At the York Area Down Syndrome Association (YADSA), we love highlighting organizations that share our mission of celebrating individuals with Down syndrome and supporting families from the very beginning. One such organization is Jack’s Basket — a nonprofit that’s making a beautiful impact across the country.
Jack’s Basket was founded in 2014 by Carissa Carroll, a mom who wanted to change how families are congratulated and supported when their baby is born with Down syndrome. After her son Jack’s birth, Carissa saw firsthand how many new parents didn’t receive the joyful congratulations every family deserves. From that experience, Jack’s Basket was born — with a mission to ensure every baby with Down syndrome is welcomed with love and celebration.
Each Jack’s Basket is filled with baby items, books, and resources for families, but perhaps most importantly, it comes with a connection — another parent who has walked the same journey and can offer encouragement, hope, and community.
Since its founding, over 10,000 baskets have been delivered across all 50 states and in several countries worldwide. Each basket serves as a reminder that every child’s life is worth celebrating and that no family should walk this path alone.
YADSA is proud to share in this same spirit of inclusion and celebration. Together, organizations like Jack’s Basket and YADSA help families feel supported, connected, and valued — from those very first moments and throughout every stage of life.
To learn more, request a basket, or support their mission, visit www.jacksbasket.org.