by Diane Smith You could say that Spreading Sunshine all started with a birthday. Or rather, a birth day. When David (nicknamed Sunshine) was born with Down syndrome and faced serious health issues, his mom Abigail was blessed by the support of family and friends. But...
by Diane Smith, Executive Director Time and time again we see how meaningful a small, loving gesture is to our Sunshine Families. If you know someone whose child is facing a serious illness, here are some ways to encourage them. 1. Write them a note or send a...
by Dawn Graczyk, Sunshine Mom As we are approaching Valentine’s Day, love is everywhere. The candy aisles are loaded with red, heart-shaped boxes and jewelry commercials abound. But what does it really mean to love someone? We need look no further than our Sunshine...
Christmas is a time of music. While there may be lots of debate about the appropriate time to begin playing Christmas music (October is too EARLY!), we can all agree that music is powerful in worship and celebration. But it’s also powerful in something else....
By Diane Smith, Executive Director of Spreading Sunshine I see it time and time again. A volunteer steps up to make a Sunshine card or collect items for a Sunshine Box. It’s something that they might consider a small gesture. But when they realize the joy of children...
Abigail Sacran, Founder of Spreading Sunshine For Down Syndrome Awareness Month, I was asked to write a blog post about Down syndrome. This month has me feeling a little sad, somewhat reflective and looking forward with hope. I remember sitting in that green,...
