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November 6, 2012
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Alexander's Angels is a leading community based association advocating for persons with Down syndrome. This organization aims to raise awareness outside the Down syndrome community by continuing working with local colleges and with Down syndrome organizations in a collaborative effort to promote a better understanding of people with Down syndrome, including a commitment to support research aimed at improving lives for persons with Down syndrome. Alexander's Angels consistently meets a goal within its mission by supporting Down syndrome cognitive research, which is targeted to develop drug therapies that will enhance life opportunities for persons with Down syndrome through improving memory, learning and communication. Research Down Syndrome's interaction with Alexander's Angels has been a consistently positive experience.
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April 13, 2013
Alexanders Angels is an organization that provides support and raises awareness for those individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Esther Gomez-Nieto, President of the organization is a tireless worker. Her main focus is on helping individuals with Down Syndrome and their families lead productive, inclusive lives. Alexanders Angels through it's fundraising efforts provides support to organizations that are actively involved in providing support and research relating to Down Syndrome.
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April 8, 2013
Alexander's Angels is an all volunteer organization that is focused solely on promoting the well-being of those diagnosed with Down syndrome. This is accomplished through its sponsorship of various events that increase awareness of the capabilities and invaluable contributions of those with Down syndrome. Proceeds raised at these events are used to support research and service delivery in support of those with Down Syndrome.
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April 8, 2013
As I stated last year, as President and Co-Founder of Alexander's Angels, Inc., I am proud of the achievements of our all volunteer, not-for-profit organization. What began as a project to start a Buddy Walk® in Long Island has blossomed into a full-fledged not-for profit organization. To address awareness issues in and outside the Down syndrome community--in addition to being the organizer of the annual Buddy Walk® an activity established by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) in 1995--Alexander’s Angels, Inc. established two successful programs, the exhibition series DOWNrightART (see http://www.alexandersangels.org/id25.html) that showcases the works of artists with Down syndrome, and the symposium The Up of Down: An Insight Into the World of Down Syndrome(see http://www.alexandersangels.org/id38.html) that includes at least one self-advocate. By highlighting abilities of individuals with Down syndrome, Alexander’s Angels, Inc. aims to improve the way society perceives and defines individuals, that is, by their intrinsic value, not by their disabilities.
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October 25, 2012
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As President and Co-Founder of Alexander's Angels, Inc., I am proud of the achievements of our all volunteer, not-for-profit organization. What began as a project to start a Buddy Walk in Long Island has blossomed into a full-fledged not-for profit organization.
Our family and friends met in January of 2007 after having received a contract to start a Buddy Walk in Long Island from the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS). The Buddy Walk is a trademarked event of NDSS. With the support of the Association for Children with Down Syndrome (ACDS), the Down Syndrome Advocacy Foundation (DSAF), and the Down Syndrome Research and Treatment Foundation (DSRTF), our project was quickly underway. On October 27, 2007, 560 people met at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow under deplorable weather conditions. Armed with umbrellas, covered strollers, and sheer determination, we defied the heavy downpours and windy condition and made history by walking for Down syndrome for the first time in Long Island. We incorporated in 2008 and received 501(c)(3) status in 2010.
To address awareness issues in and outside the Down syndrome community, Alexander’s Angels, Inc. established two successful programs, the exhibition series DOWNrightART and the symposium The Up of Down: An Insight Into the World of Down Syndrome. Consolidation of these projects in March 2012 generated DOWNrightART: Abilities and Possibilities, A Celebration of World Down Syndrome Day, an unprecedented event that attracted world-wide attention and participation in New York City. For nine consecutive days eighty pieces by 23 artists from around the world were on display at 28on27 in New York City. The exhibition, supported by the American Folk Art Museum in NYC, included paintings, ceramics, photographs, weaving, embroidery, and a sculpture on load by the American Visionary Museum in Baltimore. Not only did Alexander’s Angels attract international artists from around the nation and abroad, but it also gave a voice to a panel of self advocates who asserted their individual aspirations for their future; hosted a diverse panel of siblings who shared their hopes and concerns for their brothers and sisters; and facilitated a symposium on the latest advances of cognitive research. A film festival by Sprout that included award winning acting, and a concert by celebrity Chris Burke completed a two-day conference that covered a wide range of topics.
The broad scope of the program brought together, among others, people from Australia, Canada, the UK, Puerto Rico, Alaska, Connecticut, Long Island, and many other states. This group of people with different backgrounds and interests genuinely enjoyed and admired each other. While Dr. Michael Harpold kept the audience up-to-date on the progress of cognitive research, his admiration for the artists and the significance of the art exhibition was evident in his comment, “It was tremendous to speak with the artists and have an opportunity to be close-and-personal with their works.”
By highlighting abilities of individuals with Down syndrome, Alexander’s Angels, Inc. aims to improve the way society perceives and defines individuals: by their intrinsic value, not by their disabilities.
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April 8, 2013
Alexanders Angels is an organization of wonderful, caring people who provide support and raise awareness for those individuals and families living with Down syndrome. Our organizational founder and President, Esther Gomez-Nieto is a tireless worker and continues to strive to help these families lead inclusive, productive and fulfilling lives and achieve their potential that is with all of us. Alexanders Angels is a great gift to the world of Down syndrome!
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April 8, 2013
I am so proud to have been named to the Board of Directors this year. Alexander's Angels is truly a grass roots organization born of the love and lack of information found by a grandmother of a child with Down syndrome. Esther Gomez-Nieto and her family are inspirational in their dedication to education and advocacy as well as fundraising for research.
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November 6, 2012
Alexander's Angels has evolved through grass-roots organizing and the dedication of its founders. I first met Esther Gomez-Nieto as a result of being asked to help coordinate a panel presentation several years ago regarding Down syndrome advocacy and research at Briarcliffe College. I found her to be friendly and light-hearted while knowing how to get things done; a rare combination that I have always appreciated. Since then I have continued to work with the organization to promote and sponsor the annual Buddy Walk, host panel presentations, and contribute to other events developed by Alexander's Angels. It is wonderful to see how an organization born from a grandmother's love could blossom into a community for advocacy and encouragement. While we may not be "blood," the leaders of Alexander's Angels are family.
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January 5, 2013
Alexanders Angel's is a wonderful organization that not only raises money to support individuals with Down syndrome, but also supports, advocates and raises awareness for individuals themselves.
Alexander Angel's has reached out and supported our organization which focuses on individuals with Down syndrome lending guidance, support and a donation.
When I think of the slogan "We are more alike than different" I think of Alexanders Angel's....Why? They have put on and showed the world that individuals with Down syndrome can in fact do everything that everyone else can do by show casing their talent in art and supporting them. Thank you Alexanders Angel's for being supportive and advocating for our children, showing all the positive things they can do. Your mission is so inspiring to so many who are so often over looked and under estimated. Your hard work and your endless hours of dedication is so very grately appreciated. Thank you Alexanders Angel's for all you do.
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November 30, 2012
I began volunteering with Alexander's Angels for their 4th Annual Buddy Walk. I am a student at SUNY Old Westbury, majoring in Special Education. As my interest in my field of study grew, I began researching ways to reach out, volunteer, and learn more. I found Alexander's Angels, agreed with their purpose and goals, and instantly became interested in getting involved. I first began behind the scenes, helping out here and there. This past October we held the 6th Annual Buddy Walk, and I am now the Co-Chair of the Events committee. My commitment and interest has only grown with each year I have been involved with this organization. I've watched the fundraisers and events grow year by year, feeling a sense of pride to be involved in such a caring and growing organization. Not only has this organization made great strides and reached many fundraising goals, but being a part of the experiences has provided me with so much knowledge and a sense of fulfillment. Being a part of this organization has given me the feeling of being part of an extended family. Every person involved has been nothing but warm and welcoming to me since day one. I am very honored to be involved in such a great cause with a great team of support. Alexander's Angels has touched so many lives, including my own.
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November 30, 2012
As a museum professional, always looking for new ways of engaging new audiences and displaying art that represents a broad spectrum of artists, cultures and times, Alexander's Angels provided me with the opportunity to learn about and work with Down Syndrome artists and advocates in an inspiring and creative way. The opportunity to display art at museums and galleries, to invite the artists and their families and to sell their artwork is an example of necessary practices that show the world the value of the work of the artists' involved and creates new ways of understanding Down Syndrome. It has been a privilege and pleasure to work with a small organization that works so hard to present to the world in a very professional way the contributions of individual's with Down Syndrome. Examples of the different exhibitions are • Hutchins Gallery, LIU/C.W. Post - January 14 - 31, 2009, Reception, January 18, 2009. • Casa Frela, NYC - March 14 - April 4, 2009. Reception, March 14,2009• Soapbox Gallery, Brooklyn - April 2011 • Community Gallery, Port Washington Library - Sept. 1 - Sept 30, 2011. Reception Sept. 2, 2012 • 28on27, NYC, March 21 to 29, 2012. Reception, March 21, 2012. Article on this exhibition at http://www.stayclassy.org/stories/a-small-all-volunteer-organization-makes-a-difference-for-down-syndrome
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November 30, 2012
I am a mother to Maximus, a 5 year old boy with Mosaic Down Syndrome. Until I became involved with the Buddy Walk or Alexanders Angels, the only Down Syndrome support we could find was what was written in articles or Doctors. We firts joined the Buddy Walk 3 years ago and fell in love with all the participants and more importantly the Down Syndrome children they were there to support. The Buddy Walk is all about acceptance and just being around people who can relate to some of the issues a family and Down Syndrome participant face. Alexanders Angels brings advocacy groups to the walk where we are able to get tons of resources for Down Syndrome programs, they display artwork made by Down Syndrome individuals and live performances by Down Syndrome children and adults. They create a forum where these individuals don't stand out because of their DISABILITY but stand out because of their incredible ABILITIES!! I have met so many great families through the Buddy Walk and my friends and family look forward to the Buddy Walk every year.
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