DSA Niagara Community Photo Gallery (1997–2025 Event & Program Media)
Lewiston Public Library (305 S 8th Street, Lewiston, NY 14092) — Vocational training cafe run by DSA Niagara members every Tue/Wed/Thu/Sat 10am–12pm.
Runners and walkers launching from the Fort Niagara State Park shoreline course in Youngstown, NY.
Overall Male Winner Luke Wolfling (16:59, East Aurora NY) and Female Winner Colleen Carroll (21:00, West Seneca NY) among 130 finishers.
Participants crossing the timing mat at Fort Niagara State Park timed by Score This!!!
DSA Niagara officers presenting medals and ribbons following the 5K race and 1-Mile Fun Walk.
Fast, flat loop along Lake Ontario and the Lower Niagara River in Youngstown, NY 14174.
Competitive runners and family walkers sharing the morning course in support of DSA Niagara.
Multi-generational families gathering at Fort Niagara State Park to celebrate loved ones with Down syndrome.
100% volunteer race committee check-in, water station, and hospitality team.
Event announcement for the June 8, 2024 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk at Fort Niagara State Park.
Commemorative poster for the returning Down River Run 5K & 1-Mile Fun Walk in Youngstown, NY.
Runners, walkers, and DSA Niagara board officers gathered under the park trees.
Supporters walking the 1-mile accessible park loop along the Lower Niagara River.
DSA Niagara families carrying the official affiliate banner during the Lewiston Kiwanis Peach Festival Parade.
Walkers assembling at the Red Brick School (North 4th & Onondaga St) in official commemorative shirts.
Parents, siblings, and self-advocates waving to parade spectators along Ridge and Center Streets.
Youth and parent leaders holding the Family & Friends Down Syndrome Association of Niagara banner.
Extended family team dressed in matching gear for the annual September advocacy walk.
Pre-parade gathering on the historic Red Brick School lawn before stepping off at 11:00 AM.
Hundreds of Western New York supporters celebrating the abilities of individuals with Trisomy 21.
DSA Niagara's award-winning community presence at Niagara County's signature autumn festival.
Children enjoying music, games, and friendships following the 1-mile village walk.
Teens and young adults celebrating together at DSA Niagara's seasonal social events.
Principal Officer on the 2024–2025 IRS Form 990-EZ and lead coordinator of Chapter's Coffee Cafe and the Down River Run.
1997 Co-Founder of DSA Niagara, Vice President, Co-Treasurer, and curator of the Lewiston Library Collection.
Form 990-EZ Corporate Secretary and family outreach coordinator in Lewiston, NY.
Dedicated travel assistance grant program for Niagara County infants and children requiring out-of-state heart surgery.
Official NRRCC Chamber recognition supporting DSA Niagara and Chapter's Coffee Cafe in Lewiston.
Grant partnership supporting vocational training at Chapter's Coffee Cafe inside Lewiston Public Library.
Niagara County's authorized NDSS affiliate and organizer of the Buffalo Niagara Buddy Walk.
Families, board members, and self-advocates united across Western New York since 1997.
Official September 2021 family safety and community update banner.
Official 2022 race announcement for the Down River Run 5K & 1.5 Mile Walk.
Founding community emblem banner of The Family & Friends Down Syndrome Association of Niagara.
Emblem of The Family & Friends Down Syndrome Association of Niagara, Inc. (EIN 80-0265472).
Proud Member Since 2023: Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce (NRRCC) in Lewiston, NY.
United Way Partner: Chapter’s Cafe is partially funded by The United Way of Greater Niagara as a 2025 funded agency.