About Us
MANASOTA BUDS
Manasota Bringing Up Down Syndrome (BUDS) is a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is headquartered in Sarasota, FL. In 2022, the organization celebrated its 20th year of providing programs and services to the local Down syndrome community.

Upcoming Events
BUDS Family Picnic – 03/19/23
In celebration of World Down syndrome Day, Manasota BUDS is excited to host a family picnic at Summerfield Community Park in Lakewood Ranch. Food and…
2023 Buddy Walk – 10.28.23
Join us for the largest area Down syndrome awareness event! Please save this date as a placeholder. We are looking forward to providing a Buddy…
THANKS TO OUR partners
Interested in joining the Manasota BUDS family?
Membership is FREE, so join today and help us in bringing up Down syndrome!