Get involved
Our work for children with Down syndrome depends on the generosity of families, friends, companies and
foundations around the world. Your support is vital and you can give in many ways.
There are many ways to help our work: donating, organising fundraising events, introducing us to corporate
sponsors or trusts and foundations, and remembering us in your will.
How to donate
Donate securely online
selecting from a wide choice of payment cards and currencies.
Alternatively, you can call us on +44 (0)23 9285 5331 to pledge a donation, or post a cheque (including
CAF cheques) to our main office.
Organise a fundraising event
Runs, walks, cycles, climbs, swims and tea parties - the list of fantastic fundraising ideas is endless.
Why not organise your next event to support our work?
You can accept sponsorship from supporters easily online using Virgin Money Giving or
Justgiving. Please contact us for sponsor forms and other assistance
at giving@dseinternational.org or call +44 (0)23 9285
5331.
Introduce us
We are always looking for introductions to companies, trusts and foundations whose interest may align
with ours. We have a variety of opportunities for corporate sponsorship, including Corporate Social
Responsibility initiatives, and for charitable grant giving, social enterprise investments and more.
To make an introduction, please get in touch with us at giving@dseinternational.org
or call +44 (0)23 9285 5331.
Remember us in your will
Legacies provide an important part of our income and ensure that our work continues to benefit future
generations of young people with Down syndrome. Please get in touch with us at
giving@dseinternational.org or call +44 (0)23 9285 5331 for more information.
Tax efficient giving for UK and US taxpayers
We can reclaim income tax paid on donations by UK taxpayers via the Gift Aid scheme (please tick the
appropriate box on our donation forms). Higher rate UK taxpayers can claim further deductions in respect
of donations on their personal tax returns.
US taxpayers may wish to donate to support our work through our associated US nonprofit.
Down Syndrome Education USA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.