DSACT's annual report is now available and presents a snapshot or our key accomplishments and activities in 2008.

We all have dreams – for ourselves, our children and our community. Many years ago, a group of Central Texas parents got together to share their dreams for support, more opportunities and increased services for their children and a more inclusive community. The Down Syndrome Support Group was born. In 1991, another Board expanded that dream by obtaining 501(c)(3) status and formally incorporating the organization as the Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas (DSACT).

Today, DSACT proactively represents and serves over 500 individuals with Down syndrome in the Central Texas area. We still have dreams, but now we also empower individuals, educate families, and celebrate the extraordinary lives of people with Down syndrome. We set goals and work to create more opportunities in our Central Texas community. We actively create a better tomorrow for all people with Down syndrome by providing valuable services to approximately 60 school districts, 400 educators, 175 obstetricians and genetic counselors, and over 260 congregations.

The dreams included throughout the annual report sum up why DSACT was created and why we continue to grow and succeed. There are still – and always will be - challenges along the way. DSACT will be there to provide support, resources, and a helping hand.

We invite you to share the journey of our amazing members with Down syndrome. Whether it be time, talent or treasure, DSACT continues to turn dreams into realities because of the generous contributions of supporters like you. On behalf of our members with Down syndrome and their families, please accept our humble and heartfelt thanks.