Welcome to Changing Minds Foundation. We are a nonprofit started by parents for parents. Our mission is to spread the word about the available treatments for Down syndrome. In the 1990's a mouse model of Down syndrome was developed. From that mouse, researchers have been able to figure out why long term memory and learning are blocked in Down syndrome. That information has changed the lives of many. We are here to share these fantastic developments. A documentary of the scientific advances and people involved is available for a small donation of $25.

Changing A Mind - the documentary

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Changing A Mind Trailer from Sondra Martin Hicks on Vimeo.

Changing Minds Foundation is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization, dedicated to improving the mental ability of persons with Down Syndrome - NOW -with available medical treatments and proper education.

Butterfly Flutter By

Join us for the second annual Butterfly Flutter By event on Sunday, April 25, 2010 at St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Houston, TX. This is a beautiful release of 1000 live Painted Lady butterflies that represent freedom from the cognitive limitations of Down syndrome.

You can sponsor a live butterfly for a donation of $21.00. Your donation will go toward research and treatment of Down syndrome. Please go to the "Donate" page for more information and to make your donation online. Thank you!