The Down Syndrome Community of Greater Chattanooga (DSCGC) Medical Helper Grant assists in providing needed services for family members with Down syndrome. Children and adults with Down syndrome have an increased risk of medical problems, need for intense weekly therapies, and supplemental nutrition. Unfortunately, insurance plans often do not cover many of the necessary treatments. The Medical Helper was developed as a financial aid tool for families that need it most. The program helps families pay for medical services that are used to treat individuals diagnosed with Down syndrome.

The Down Syndrome Community of Greater Chattanooga (DSCGC) Educational and Recreational Grant assists members in providing additional supplemental services for family members with Down syndrome. The goal is to provide grants to offset the cost of educational expenses, conferences, seminars, recreational activities and camps for children and adults with Down syndrome. These activities might include but are not limited to organized sports, summer camps, exercise classes, gymnastics and dance classes.

The Down Syndrome Community of Greater Chattanooga (DSCGC) Adoption Grant provides funds to assist in costs associated with adopting a child with Down syndrome through domestic or international adoption.

The Down Syndrome Community of Greater Chattanooga (DSCGC) is honored to offer the Harrison Stokes Smith Memorial Scholarship to a sibling of a child, adolescent or young adult with Down Syndrome reminiscent of Harrison Smith in his/her relationship with their sibling. The $1000 scholarship is intended for use with post-secondary school tuition expenses. Candidates should embody the character and enthusiasm of Harrison Smith and love and support their sibling in a manner that enhances their life experience. The board of directors will review all applications and along with a member of the Smith family, determine a winner. Application due by July 31, 2023

Nominate your favorite local educator that successfully creates an inclusive and accepting environment and fosters academic growth and social engagement for children with Down syndrome. You can nominate a classroom teacher, assistant, therapist, or related service provider for a $321 grant to be used as they wish. Three awards will be given out each year.

DSC of Greater Chattanooga is pleased to announce a scholarship for individuals with Down syndrome ages 3 and up for adaptive swim lessons. Lessons will be one on one with an Angelfish certified swim instructor at the Downtown YMCA. Lessons will have limited availability. Application due by June 9, 2024