North Central Kansas Down Syndrome Society

Buddy Walk 2026 is live.

Registration is open for Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Clifton-Clyde High School. Join a team, start a team, volunteer, or support the walk while helping NCKDSS build a stronger culture of acceptance across North Central Kansas.

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Main event

Let's fill Clyde with teams, shirts, cheers, and support.

70 Days To Go

One registration flow now covers participants, sponsorships, shirts, and event items, so families and supporters can take care of nearly everything in one stop.

Date Sunday, October 4, 2026
Location Clifton-Clyde High School
Day Flow Activities at 1:00 PM, welcome ceremony at 3:00 PM, and the walk around 4:00 PM.
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Register as a walker or supporter Choose a team, order shirts, and add sponsorships or event items in one form. Start a team Team captains can register their team and unlock captain tools. Volunteer for event day Help create a welcoming day for every star, family, and guest.
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Buddy Walk 2026

Registration is live for walkers, team captains, sponsors, and supporters. Buddy Walk is the biggest day on our calendar, and this year's launch is ready to roll.

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Date Sunday, October 4, 2026
Schedule 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location Clifton-Clyde High School
Why it matters

Buddy Walk brings families, schools, businesses, and friends together in Clyde for one joyful day that puts belonging and acceptance on full display.

Theme More than awareness - acceptance.
Registration Participants, sponsors, shirts, and items in one form
Day Flow Activities at 1:00 PM, welcome ceremony at 3:00 PM, and the walk around 4:00 PM.
Buddy Walk Hub Team Photo Times
Sponsorships, shirts, and event-day support can all start through the Buddy Walk registration flow, and the full hub is ready if someone needs more details first.
Our Mission

Support, awareness, and acceptance in action

Support • Resources • Awareness → Acceptance

Awareness is great… but we’re looking for acceptance.

Support

A community that understands and shows up for each other.

Resources

Sharing helpful information and opportunities for families.

Acceptance

Promoting inclusion in schools, workplaces, and communities.

What we do

  • Host the annual Buddy Walk and community events
  • Share resources and support across North Central Kansas
  • Promote inclusion and acceptance through advocacy