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Giving a voice to Kiwi kids with Down syndrome
Since 2003, UpsideDowns has been providing essential speech and language therapy (SLT) for children with Down syndrome across New Zealand. Founded by dedicated parents, our mission is clear: to ensure every child can communicate and thrive.
Why Support Us?
Many families lack access to individualized speech therapy through the public system. Without UpsideDowns, these children face significant barriers. We receive no government funding, relying on donations to raise $350,000 annually.
Our Impact
We currently support over 300 children in every region of Aotearoa. SLT equips them with the skills to communicate, learn, and succeed in life. Your support transforms futures.
Join Our Mission
Help us reach more families and provide essential therapy. Together, we can build a brighter future for Kiwi kids with Down syndrome.
Donate today and make a difference that lasts a lifetime.
Latest Updates
UpsideDowns was recently visited by one of our favourite Christmas helpers, Dame Denise L'Estrange-Corbet, who led a workshop to create some beautiful cards to gift to friends and whānau these holidays.
October is a time to celebrate the abilities and wonderful accomplishments of people with Down syndrome.
We know your child is a superstar and we’d like to show the world, with the UpsideDowns 2024 Calendar!
We had a blast when some of our Auckland members stopped by UpsideDowns HQ in Avondale for a super fun activity day!
UpsideDowns supporter Viv Alborough is one committed superstar — she volunteered to sacrifice her hair to raise money to help provide speech and language therapy to Aotearoa’s kids with Down syndrome!
The UpsideDowns team was very excited to hear that toy maker Mattel would this year be releasing its first Barbie doll with Down syndrome, so that more children have access to toys that represent them.
Father’s Day is coming up! If you’d like to spoil Dad and support the generous businesses that help UpsideDowns give a voice to kiwi kids with Down syndrome, we’ve got just the gift guide for you.
All children deserve to have their voices heard. But for kids born with Down Syndrome, communication is a big challenge. Without proper support, many will remain non-verbal throughout their lives.
UpsideDowns was thrilled when one of our member whānau from the Hawke’s Bay reached out with the idea to host a charity golf day to celebrate this year’s World Down Syndrome Day.
See what we do
Watch the video below to see the All Black brothers, Beauden, Jordie, and Scott Barrett, introduce their sister, Zara, and UpsideDowns.
Meet Miles in the video above, and learn how UpsideDowns has been life-changing for him and his family.