Serving Northern Michigan Since 2000

DsUpNorth

May 2025
Advocates for and connects people with Down syndrome and their families across Northern Michigan.

Cause

Down Syndrome Support

Serving

Grand Traverse & Surrounding Counties

website

dsupnorth.org/

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We’re honored to recognize the Down Syndrome Association of Northwest Michigan (DsUpNorth) – a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting individuals with Down syndrome and the families, friends, and caregivers who walk alongside them.

With a mission rooted in hope, encouragement, and acceptance, DsUpNorth offers meaningful support through advocacy, education, awareness, and inclusive social opportunities. Their work creates a community where everyone is valued and celebrated for who they are.

Whether it’s hosting events, providing resources, or simply being a steady source of connection, DsUpNorth is making a beautiful difference across Northern Michigan.

Know a cause worth supporting?

Some of our most meaningful community partnerships begin with a nomination or recommendation from a neighbor. If you know a nonprofit, local organization, or family making a difference—or one that could use extra support—we want to hear about it.

Help Us Make a Difference

Your nomination helps us discover important work happening throughout the area and gives our team another opportunity to give back.

Together, We Can Do More

Community care starts close to home.

Your nomination helps us discover important work happening throughout the area and gives our team another opportunity to give back.