Up for Reading helps good causes

At least one-half of the money raised by Up for Reading will support Down Syndrome Education International's vital work helping children with Down syndrome everywhere.

The remainder of the money will benefit the nurseries, schools and Down syndrome support groups taking part in Up for Reading who can also opt to keep some of the proceeds to support their own activities.

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Schools, kindergartens, families and support groups in the USA can raise money for the work of the new nonprofit organisation Down Syndrome Education USA by taking part in Up for Reading USA...

Down Syndrome Education International

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Up for Reading is organised by Down Syndrome Education International, a UK registered charity (number 1062823).

The charity's work improves the development, education and social achievements of many thousands of people living with Down syndrome around the world today.

One of the charity's biggest achievements has been to show that reading is a strength for many children with Down syndrome, and that they are able to start learning to read during their preschool years.

Alongside conducting scientific research to find out more about the ways children with Down syndrome learn, the charity publishes books, web sites and films and provides training that helps thousands of families and teachers all across the UK and in over 130 countries around the world.

Schools and nurseries

Any school or nursery taking part in Up for Reading can opt to keep 25% of the money they raise for their own use - for example to put towards their PTA funds for new books for their library or for new playground, sporting or teaching equipment. Find out about how to get involved...

Local Down syndrome support groups and charities

Any local Down syndrome support groups and charities taking part in Up for Reading can opt to keep 50% of the money they raise to support their own vital work. Find out about how to get involved...

Local Down syndrome support groups can also raise money by encouraging schools and nurseries in their local area to take part in Up for Reading. Each school/nursery can opt to keep 25%, and so can the local support group. The remaining 50% goes to support Down Syndrome Education International's work for children with Down syndrome everywhere.