March 2026 Donations: Honoring Lives, Supporting Families, and Strengthening Community

March was a meaningful month for the SOFT community, marked by generosity, remembrance, and shared commitment to families navigating trisomy diagnoses. Each gift—whether given in honor, in memory, or in simple support of our mission—helps ensure that families have access to trusted information, compassionate connection, and a community that understands their journey.

We are deeply grateful to every donor, volunteer, and advocate who stood with us this month. Your support allows us to continue expanding programs that provide education, peer connection, bereavement support, and practical assistance to families across the country.

Sustaining Our Mission Through Monthly Giving

Monthly donors provide the steady foundation that allows SOFT to respond to families when they need us most. Their ongoing commitment ensures continuity in programs and services that families rely on throughout the year.

March Monthly Donors

Nick Holladay
Sarah Cooper
Brianne DeMasi
Galen Grillo
Joy and Donald Anderson, in memory of Colin Patrick

We are sincerely grateful for your continued partnership and trust in our mission. Your consistent support helps create stability for families during uncertain and emotional times.

Conference and Community Support

Preparing for our annual conference and community gatherings requires the dedication and generosity of many individuals and organizations. These contributions help create welcoming spaces where families can connect, share experiences, and build lasting relationships.

We extend our appreciation to:

Mama Bear Care, for providing Welcome Dinner decorations in honor of the families they have served who received a prenatal trisomy diagnosis
Ron, Sara, and Megan Hayes, for their generous gift in honor of Megan’s 46th birthday
Melanie Ito, for her thoughtful support of conference activities

These gifts help transform gatherings into meaningful experiences that foster connection, belonging, and hope.

Community Fundraising and Awareness Efforts

March also reflected the strength of our broader community through grassroots fundraising and awareness initiatives. Events like the Walk for Trisomy Awareness continue to bring families, friends, and advocates together in meaningful ways—raising both funds and visibility for individuals living with trisomy conditions.

These gatherings do more than support programs financially; they foster connection, remembrance, and shared purpose. We are grateful to every participant, volunteer, and organizer who helped make these efforts successful and who continues to champion awareness within their local communities.

Gifts Supporting Families at Every Stage

Some donations this month directly supported programs that provide immediate resources and encouragement to families. These contributions help ensure that families feel supported from the very beginning of their journey and throughout the lifespan of their child.

We extend sincere thanks to donors who contributed to initiatives such as family support programs, care packages, and outreach efforts that strengthen connection and provide comfort during critical moments.

Gifts of Remembrance and Celebration

Many March donations were given in memory or in honor of individuals whose lives continue to inspire love, advocacy, and community. We recognize these names with deep respect and gratitude.

We honor gifts made:

In memory of Ava DeRosier, donated on behalf of Evelyn DeRosier’s friends in the Riverside community
In memory and honor of Owen, through anonymous donations from Nebraska
In memory of Harley Hart, from the Love of Harley Foundation
In honor of Jolynn Ryan, age 25, Full Trisomy 13
In memory of KallaJade216’s daughter
In memory of Erin Handle, from Lisa Handle and Erin’s Foundation
In memory of Mary Donohue, from Our Lady of Mercy K.O.C., Hicksville, New York
In memory of Meleah Jane Reed, on Trisomy 18 Day
In memory of Leon Gross, on Trisomy 18 Day
In memory of Julia Flor, from family and friends
In honor of Judie Laird
In memory of Sebastiaan Xavier Keg
In honor of Matthew Henke, anticipating the arrival of a child with Trisomy 18 in June 2026
In memory of Pascal Peterson, beloved son of Sunny and Drew Peterson

Each name represents a story, a family, and a legacy that continues to shape the strength and compassion of this community.

A Note of Appreciation

We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to organizations and partners who supported our mission this month, including Skadden Arps, whose generosity contributes to the continued growth and sustainability of our programs.

We are also grateful for the many individuals and families who offered support in March, including an anonymous donor from Texas whose generosity contributed to our ongoing work serving families.

With Gratitude

To every donor, volunteer, and advocate—thank you. Your generosity makes it possible for families to find connection, information, and hope during some of life’s most challenging moments. Together, we continue building a community grounded in compassion, resilience, and shared purpose.

We are honored to walk alongside you in supporting families affected by trisomy—today and in the months ahead.