Austin Davenport Memorial Scholarship for NDSC Youth & Adults Conference
Funding Amount
Up to 10 scholarships for conference attendance
Deadline
June 11, 2026
64 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Austin Davenport Memorial Scholarship for NDSC Youth & Adults Conference
Funder: Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas
Geographic Scope: Serves individuals in North Texas with Down syndrome
Focus Areas: Educational and empowering conference experience for self-advocates
Program Description
The Youth & Adults (Y&A) Conference is part of the NDSC Annual Convention, planned and presented by self-advocates (individuals with Down syndrome) for self-advocates. It is designed to be a fun, educational, empowering, and inspiring experience.Thanks to a generous donation honoring Austin Davenport, the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas awards scholarships to help individuals with Down syndrome attend this national conference.
- Ages: 15 years of age or older
- Residency: North Texas area (implied)
- Status: Must have Down syndrome
Eligibility
- Number of Scholarships: Up to 10 individuals per year
- What is Covered: Conference attendance for the NDSC Youth & Adults Conference
Award Details
- Contact Person: Jennifer Ford
- Organization: Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas
- Phone: (214) 267-1374
- Email: info@downsyndromedallas.org
- Address: 1651 N. Collins Blvd., Suite 170, Richardson, TX 75080
Contact Information
Additional Resources
Full NDSC Convention details including schedule, sessions, and additional conference options available at: https://www.ndsccenter.org/annual-convention/youth-adults-conference/How to Apply
Application Process
Deadline: Friday, June 11 (annually)
Steps:
1. Complete the Austin Davenport Memorial Scholarship application
2. Submit application no later than the June 11 deadline
3. Contact Jennifer Ford with questions
Required Materials:
Application Format: Not specified in available information
Submission Method: Not specified in available information
Note: Complete details regarding the scholarship and application process can be found on the program page (specific URL not provided in source material).
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