About f21
Our aim is to enhance and support existing services and to raise the public’s awareness of the positive contributions individuals with Down syndrome make in our community.
foundation 21 is dedicated to helping ease the financial burden placed on families who have a child with Down syndrome. Without financial assistance some families may never have access to the extra services that their child requires.
It has been widely published that to maximise communication development in children with Down syndrome they should receive early and continuing instruction.
We raise funds through corporate sponsorships, donations, bequests and other fundraising initiatives, such as Buddy Walk and an annual gala dinner. All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible
Our Mission
To give children with Down syndrome a brighter future….
About foundation 21
foundation21 is a non profit organisation which seeks to enhance and support existing services and to raise the public’s awareness of the positive contributions individuals with Down syndromemake in our community.
At present, our focus is providing funding for speech therapy. It has been widely published that to maximise communication development inchildren with Down syndrome they should receive early and continuing instruction.
We chose the name foundation21 to reflect the fact that individuals with Down syndrome have an extra copy of chromosome 21
“They are all wonderful, unique individuals who must be given every opportunity to succeed, to flower and to explore.” – W. Artmitage
The foundation’s work
New Parent Kit – Information to help new parents understand Down syndrome.
Speech Therapy – Provide speech therapy to children with Down syndrome.
Grants – f21 offers grants to fund education, information and social programs.
Magazine – Developed to communicate events, updates and new information.
D.A.D.S. – Assisting and supporting fathers and families of individuals with Down syndrome through fellowship.
Gordon Andrew Program – Life skills program for teenagers and young adults with Down syndrome
