Voya Cares and the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)

Voya Cares entrepreneur grant

Since 2020, the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and Voya Cares® have partnered to provide financial support to entrepreneurs with Down syndrome, allowing them to create or expand their businesses. The NDSS and Voya Cares® Entrepreneur Grant celebrates both Down Syndrome Awareness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month and elevates the national conversation about the need for greater employment opportunities for people with Down syndrome and other disabilities.

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Sponsorships and collaboration

New York City Buddy Walk

Woman speaking with large group of Voya employees wearing orange shirts supporting a walk through Central Park in New York City.

For seven years, Voya Cares has supported this premier advocacy event for Down syndrome in the U.S., as part of our shared mission to make a positive difference in the lives of people with disabilities and special needs from birth through aging, by providing advocacy, resources and solutions.

New York City Gala

Group of well dressed Voya employees supporting the National Down Syndrome society at a fundraising event.

Voya is a sponsor of the annual New York City Gala and Auction. The 2024 event celebrated individuals who have helped expand representation for the Down syndrome community in film and television over the past four decades.