As you probably know, World Down Syndrome Day is often celebrated by everybody rocking their odd socks! People with Down Syndrome have a third copy of the 21st chromosome. The odd socks symbolise difference, and due to chromosomes having the appearance of socks this is where the idea originated from.
For World Down Syndrome Day this year, local small business Tie Dye Seas created a special range of tie dye socks to sell to raise money for Sunshine & Smiles. You may have seen a few pairs included in our World Down Syndrome Day odd sock montage here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHeIB4-s0s7/
These fabulous socks (pictured) raised a wonderful £80 for Sunshine & Smiles - thank you so much to Sam and Emily from Tie Dye Seas for organising this.
More news articles
18th May 2026
Sunday 31st May is Hollybush Conservation Centre's popular annual plant sale.
Read more...The Yorkshire Ability Triathlon
18th May 2026
What a fantastic day at the Yorkshire Ability Triathlon yesterday! It was wonderful to see so many Sunshine and Smiles families coming together to enjoy such a fun-filled event.
Read more...18th May 2026
The Sunshine and Smiles team will be working reduced hours over the half-term holiday, but we are still available via phone or email for advice, support and signposting.
Read more...