Grand Rapids, MI

DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN MICHIGAN

EIN 38-2641856

Health & Wellness Disability Services & Support People with disabilities

Mission

The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan (DSAWM) is a resource and advocacy organization that promotes public awareness and supports lifelong opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome and their families across western Michigan.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

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About DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN MICHIGAN

The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan (DSAWM) is a long-established 501(c)(3) serving the Grand Rapids and greater West Michigan community with education, advocacy, family support, and community-building programs. It operates regular member events, therapeutic and educational groups, and provides resources and referrals to families and professionals.

DSAWM maintains active local programming (including play groups, cooking/independence classes, early childhood readiness offerings, and community events), a Member Financial Assistance Fund for eligible families, and partnerships with national Down syndrome organizations to expand services and outreach. The organization files annual Form 990 returns and continues to list ongoing activities and events on its public website, indicating active, donor-facing operations.

Notable achievements

Established, sustained local services

DSAWM has operated as a dedicated local Down syndrome support and advocacy organization for decades, maintaining programs that serve families across western Michigan and filing regular Form 990 tax returns to document ongoing operations.

Member Financial Assistance Fund

The association established a Member Financial Assistance Fund to help members cover medical, therapeutic, equipment, and program costs; reimbursements are available under published guidelines (up to $500 per member per calendar year as stated in the fund policy).

Program expansion and community events

In recent years DSAWM has expanded program offerings — including therapeutic play-and-learn sessions, early childhood readiness classes, skills-based programs for teens and adults (e.g., cooking/independence classes), and community events such as a fall festival — to increase family engagement and member services.

At a glance

Total assets: $96K
Annual revenue: $428K
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 38-2641856
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Website: dsawm.org
On Mahalo since: May 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Meets recognized charity accountability standards (listed by national charity-review services for disclosure and accountability).

Member of national and peer networks for Down syndrome organizations (including Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action and affiliation with broader Down syndrome advocacy networks), strengthening program quality and resource sharing.

Maintains publicly available annual Form 990 filings and appears in nonprofit information services (demonstrating financial reporting and public transparency).

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