Dash for Down Syndrome Volunteer
The Wisconsin Union
Event Details
Date
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time
7:15 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location
We will depart from and return to Union South, Union South
Description
GiGi’s Playhouse is a non-profit organization that provides free programs for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families. We’ll be volunteering at their Dash for Down Syndrome, April 25th, an annual run/walk fundraiser! Some volunteer tasks include: event set-up (tables, signage, balloons, activities, etc.), Kids Dash (cheer on runners, direct children of where to run to), Field-Day (help engage participants in games/sports after the walk/run concludes), and clean-up (take down of tables, signage, etc.). This event is free and transportation is provided! It is expected that participants will volunteer for the full time. Volunteers will receive a Volunteer t-shirt and name tag to wear (other than that, dress appropriately for the weather). The event will run rain or shine. There will be a coffee truck and a few food truck vendors at the event, however these are NOT free. We recommend either bringing your own lunch or money to enjoy the food vendor options, and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. We have 14 spots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Filling out the form does not guarantee your spot, you will receive a confirmation if your spot is confirmed at this event. This is a high-demand event with limited space. Signing up and failing to attend may affect your eligibility for future travel events with WUD Volunteer Action.
Cost
Free
Contact
Accessibility
We value inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations for this event. Please call 608-265-6788 (voice only) or email union@union.wisc.edu to make a disability-related accommodation request. Requests should be made by Saturday, April 11, 2026, though reasonable effort will be made to support late accommodation requests.