We often ask members of our PALS Community "Why PALS?" to learn how our mission has impacted their lives. We can't wait to start off PALS Summer 2023 THIS MONTH in Baltimore! Hear from PALS Program Lead, Taco, about what he is excited for, plus how he is supporting PALS.
Why PALS: The Friendships Created During Camp
We often ask members of our PALS Community "Why PALS?" to learn how our mission has impacted their lives. We are eager to kick off PALS Summer 2023 next month! PALS Participants are looking forward to seeing new and old friends. Learn about Amira & Leandra's friendship formed last summer at PALS DC!
Meet the Magic Behind Planning PALS
A Peek Behind the Curtain - Spotlight on PALS Volunteers!
Supporting the mission of PALS through events: Julie Carrier
April is National Volunteer Month and we are sharing stories from PALS volunteers to thank and celebrate our community! PALS volunteers have continued to show their dedication to PALS by sharing their time and talents, not only during a week at camp, but throughout the entire year. Recently, Julie Carrier did just that by hosting a walk at her school, Endicott College, in Massachusetts.
The Impact of The Congratulations Project at PALS
As Summer approaches, PALS Staff and Volunteer Leaders are busily planning some excellent PALS programs. Each program will incorporate some core programming, components that are led at every program across the country. This framework keeps our mission central to our programs, especially as we continue to widen our reach. One of the core components of PALS is The Congratulations Project.
Welcome to the PALS Staff, Camille!
National Volunteer Month: Steve Ross
Welcome to the PALS Staff, Michelle!
Why PALS: Finding Belonging through Volunteerism
A Glimpse Into Volunteering at PALS
During National Volunteer Month, PALS is celebrating and honoring each volunteer that contributes to our mission. As a volunteer-led organization, PALS relies on the dedication of volunteers to make our programs happen. Sharaf was a volunteer at PALS Spring Break, a pilot program in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University. Here, he shares about his experience of being in community with people with Down syndrome and what he learned.
Not Too Old to Make New Friends
I joined PALS during a transition period in my life. I had just moved five hours away from home and entered a new graduate program, unsure how to find my place. I was looking for ways to engage with my community and remembered a friend posting about PALS and decided to check it out. Stepping onto Cabrini’s campus for my first program, I felt at home.
Welcome to the PALS Staff, Andrew!
A Reflection from PALS Program Intern
World Down Syndrome Day: Ian & Laura
Connecting with the Down syndrome Community at DSAIA
As an organization serving individuals with Down syndrome and their peers, we at PALS look for opportunities to connect and engage with the larger Down syndrome community across the globe. At the start of March, members of the PALS Staff team attended the Annual Leadership Conference hosted by Down Syndrome Affiliates In Action.