Hi,

My name's Claudia, or "YaYa" as I often call myself, and I want to thank you for visiting my fundraising page for the 10th Annual Buddy Walk for the Triangle Down Syndrome Network!  The very first Buddy Walk was held the year Edward and I were born so it's kind of a special event for me.

Over the years, TDSN has been a great support for my parents regarding health and developmental issues associated with Down syndrome (and also figuring out which of my conditions and behaviors had nothing at all to do with Down syndrome, like my attitude).  And it has provided a lot of assistance in learning how to best advocate for my needs with doctors, teachers, therapists, insurance companies, and all the other people we've come to know over the years.

Donating through this FirstGiving site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is the most efficient way to make a contribution to our fundraising efforts.

If you'd prefer to send a check via snail mail, just contact my parents (David or Leigh) and they can give you the address so we can log the donations on this page as offline donations toward our goal.

Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to particpate or support our cause to help individuals with Down syndrome reach their fullest potential and enrich the lives of those around them! 

Claudia "YaYa" Menconi

If you live in the Triangle area, you can sign up to attend the Buddy Walk at Brier Creek on October 12th or check the National Down Syndrome Society website for information about a Buddy Walk in your area.