Sharing Down Syndrome Arizona is the 501 (c)(3) Parent support organization founded in 1991 by Gina Johnson, proud mom of seven great children including her son David (24) who has Down syndrome. Our mission is to integrate all people who have Down syndrome into the fabric of our community by promoting positive acceptance and inclusion to improve their quality of life.

Sharing does not receive federal funding and runs solely on the generous donations of families and businesses that recognize the good work that Sharing’s Parent Support Programs provide. If you want to donate through United Way to help us keep our good work going, just make sure to mark our designated code 1175 on your check. ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE.
We do not have any paid membership fees. Our programs include…

- New Parent Welcome Folders to all 47 birthing hospitals. These folders provide relevant and positive information about the disability of Down syndrome.
- Hospital Welcome Folder to all 47 birthing hospitals.
-One-on-one Parent support in home and hospital
-Amazing Monthly Parent Support Meetings throughout the state. (Spanish & English) where outstanding guest speakers share their insight and wisdom regarding all issues related to Down syndrome.
-Advocacy: regarding Disability Educational Issues that are unique to teaching a person with Down syndrome.
-Compassionate Bereavement Support, “Good Grief” for parents who have lost a child with Down syndrome.
- Social Events: Annual Buddy Walk where over 2, 000 gather to walk in honor of someone they love who has Down syndrome, Holiday Dinner Party that is catered and with a present for each child with DS and their siblings.
- STARS Teen program for ages 12-21
- Assistance with completing DDD (Division of Developmental Disability) eligibility form for parents of older children who have Down syndrome.

Sharing is affiliated with both the National Down Syndrome Congress and National Down Syndrome Society.

Contact information:
Sharing Down Syndrome Arizona Inc.
745 N. Gilbert Rd. #124
PMB 273
Gilbert, AZ

Phone: 480) 926-6500
Website: www.sharingds.org
E-mail: gina@sharingds.org