April 2016
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| IN YOUR AREAFAQDONATESPONSORSHIPVOLUNTEER | |||
| Crnic Grants Fund $6.7 Million of DS Research | |||
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| Governor Hickenlooper, Congressman Coffman, and State Senator Johnston celebrated at Global’s World DS Day event where Dr. Joaquín Espinosa announced $1M in Crnic Grand Challenge Grants to a cheering crowd. The Crnic grant program has now funded $6.7M in DS research to 33 labs and over 100 scientists. More | |||
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| Global to Establish Adult DS Medical Care Guidelines Global will work with experts and the DS community to create this valuable resource, which will reflect increased life span and medical advances. The latest guidelines were published in 1999. More |
Renowned Philanthropist Named as Chair by Global Respected philanthropist and entrepreneur, Maureen Reagan Cannon, will chair Global’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show on Nov. 12. More |
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| Models with DS Wanted! Don’t Miss the May 18 Audition Judges will choose 20 models (ages 7 and up) to participate in Global’s star-studded Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show. The auditions are an unforgettable experience for 100 self-advocates. More |
Global Provides Ed Grants for Local DS Organizations Apply for grants up to $10,000 each to underwrite educational programs for self-advocates, medical professionals, teachers, and your DS community. The deadline is May 20! More |
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| More Resources: Prenatal Testing Research & Medical Care Global Grants | |||
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Dr. Kumin Presents at the Spring Educational Series May 13-14! |  |
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