Come enjoy your own holiday quality time with Santa. Decorate cookies, make holiday crafts, create yummy hot chocolate treats, & sing Christmas karaoke with your family. Saturday, December 14th at White Oak United Methodist Church — choose your 30 minute time slot.

Professional pictures included !!!

BOOtiful ladies, let's kickstart the most spook-tacular time of year with all your favorite witches!

Put on your best pointy hats, hop on your brooms, and fly on over to Witches and Wine Monday, October 21st to support Downside Up, Inc.

Enjoy drinking delicious wine, eating yummy hors d'oeuvres, dancing to our DJ jams, bidding on fabulous silent auction items, and participating in our best hat & costume contests. Buy your tickets now — $40 online, $50 at the door

All proceeds go to Downside Up, Inc. registered 501 (c) (3)

ODDSTORY BREWERY is doing it again !!! Giveback night for Downside Up — we are so very grateful for this opportunity and love spending dinner with our favorite friends and families. Last time, we had over 100 people show up to hang out, eat, and enjoy the company at a super cool spot. Thank you to the ODDstory crew!! We hope to see you all there any time between 6pm-9pm.

1604 Central Avenue Chattanooga, TN 37408

Stacey Pollom has a beautiful dream, & it starts October 1st !! Her art debut will be celebrated with great friends, thoughtfully curated wine, light bites, and delicious truffles from the Hot Chocolatier! All art profit will benefit Downside Up & Renew Women’s Disciplship Ministry!!! Thank you, Stacey, for including us in this amazing new adventure. We are thrilled to celebrate with you.

Tuesday, Oct. 1st

Common House

6:00-8:00pm

We are so excited to volunteer again at Ironman Sunday, September 29th. We receive a donation from the Ironman Foundation for each volunteer, so if any of you would like to join us, we really need helpers, it is super fun and a great experience for all involved. We are heading up Run Station 6 at Curtain Pole Road off of Amnicola at the Riverpark.

We will cheer the runners on and hand out refreshments. There are 3 time slots available (10-4:30, 4-7:00, & 6:30-11). This is a great day to not only help these amazing athletes but also help support our fabulous families at downside up, inc. !!! It’s a win win all around.

Great way to get volunteer hours in for college and high school students — invite teams, sorority/fraternity, youth groups, etc to come volunteer together!!

Please help us !!! For more info or to sign up, go to the link below. Thanks so much!!

We are so excited to volunteer again at Ironman Sunday, May 19th. We receive a donation from the Ironman Foundation for each volunteer, so if any of you would like to join us, we really need helpers, it is super fun and a great experience for all involved. We are heading up Run Station 6 .

We will cheer the runners on and hand out refreshments. There are 2 time slots available.. This is a great day to not only help these amazing athletes but also help support our fabulous families at downside up, inc. !!! It’s a win win all around.

Great way to get volunteer hours in for college and high school students — invite teams, sorority/fraternity, youth groups, etc to come volunteer together!!

Please help us !!! For more info or to sign up, go to the link below — make sure to sign up for Downside Up Run Station 6 — Thanks so much!!

Thank you for your continued support of this wonderful event and the families we serve. Join us for the 7th year!!

Our Downside Up Annual Charity Golf Event features 18 holes of golf at Creeks Bend Golf Club - carts, hole sponsors, food, drinks, door prizes, contests, and an all out good time. Shotgun start -- foursome scramble. Registration starts at 12:15 — start at 1:00pm!!! See you soon.

• Per golfer = $125

All money raised will go to Downside Up -- a registered 501 (c)(3) nonprofit. 

Spring Break Nature Camp will be at Tendrils Therapy this year and run by Jenny Peet.

Monday March 11 - Thursday March 14

Choose morning or afternoon sessions.

Morning Glories

This session is catered to children who like the simple joys of nature… basking in the sun, stopping to smell the flowers and enjoying the company of others. Easily accessible games, crafts and experiences will be available. Caregivers are welcome to stay and play or drop off and return to a happy, relaxed child.

Suggested ages 4-8 years old

Afternoon Adventurers

This session is for the get up and go kids! Lots of high energy activities, information about nature and opportunities to socialize will be presented. For safety purposes, children in this group should be able to understand verbal directions (or follow the group) and walk short distances on their own.

Suggested ages 6-12 years old

Saturday February 17

Join us at Tendrils Therapy for a seasonally inspired Family Nature Play Day, co-sponsored by Downside Up. Families with members with all abilities are welcome! 

• Explore outside and enjoy active play with our playscapes and gardens 

• Use natural materials to decorate a festive wreath to take home

• Prepare and enjoy healthy snacks that may become family favorites!

Activities are designed by a pediatric Occupational Therapist to encourage joyful outdoor experiences for the whole family. We strive to be a no-judgment zone, understanding that participation may look different for some families. If you you need more information to make sure your family will enjoy this experience, please contact Jenny@tendrilstherapy.com

When: Saturday, February 17

Morning Session: 10am to 12pm

Afternoon Session: 12pm to 2pm

Where: 3510 Stoney Brook Lane Chattanooga, TN

Cost: $15 Per Family

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR MEMBERS!!!

Join us at AMC THEATRE at 5080 South Terrace at noon for a family movie date. We have the theatre all to ourselves for a showing of The Jungle Bunch - Operation Meltdown. We appreciate your support and encouragement throughout the year and hope to see you there.

Email us to let us know how many will be in your group on Saturday:

Family Play Day

Join us at Tendrils Therapy for a seasonally inspired Family Nature Play Day, co-sponsored by Downside Up. Families with members with all abilities are welcome! 

• Explore outside and enjoy active play with our playscapes and gardens 

• Use natural materials to decorate a festive wreath to take home

• Prepare and enjoy healthy snacks that may become family favorites!

Activities are designed by a pediatric Occupational Therapist to encourage joyful outdoor experiences for the whole family. We strive to be a no-judgment zone, understanding that participation may look different for some families. If you you need more information to make sure your family will enjoy this experience, please contact Jenny@tendrilstherapy.com

When: Saturday, December 16th

Morning Session: 10am to 12pm

Afternoon Session: 12pm to 2pm

Where: 3510 Stoney Brook Lane Chattanooga, TN

Cost: $10 Per Family

Saturday December 16th Time slots available from 9:00am - 4:30pm

Let’s have some holiday fun. Limited spots available for your personal family visit with Santa.

Enjoy cookie decorating, holiday crafts, hot cocoa bar, Christmas karaoke, and of course pictures with Santa.

$50 per family — register today to save your spot

(Members use code word SANTA for your membership discount)

Location: White Oak United Methodist Church 2232 Lyndon Ave Chattanooga, TN 37415

The Rudolph Run benefits Downside Up!! Please join us for our 2nd Annual Downside Up Rudolph Run 5K & Family Walk/Run/Roll 1 mile. Thank you to our title sponsor The Robinson Team of Keller Williams Realty !!!

Event activities include an ugly sweater contest, pictures with Santa, and an opportunity to ‘Race the Elf’. Hot cocoa will be provided at the finish line and finishers will receive a t-shirt and an ornament in lieu of a medal.

Awards for the Top 3 M/F in the 5K.

Sunday November 12th Time Slots from 10:30a to 3:30p

This event is about you and your family. Bring your family to Hearts and Hooves Corrals Family Pictures and meet some great therapy horses and people that support you and understand your unique needs. 

Whether you join in on the fun to make a great family photo or a photographed experience of meeting a friendly horse, Hearts and Hooves welcomes your visit. We all just want your family to have fun, try something new together and enjoy the incredible horses at the corral.

This event is free for families served by Downside Up.

You must register with Cindy at Heartsandhoovescorral@gmail.com

Family Play Day

Monthly themed play dates at Tendrils Therapy, in conjunction with Downside Up, will be seasonally relevant and full of fun! This is a time for the whole family to come together and play outside with other families who “get it.” No individual therapy will be provided, and caregivers are expected to be present and having fun next to their children at all times to ensure safety for everyone. One to two nature-based activities will be encouraged at your families own pace and interest. $10 per family, reservations required.

Dates: November 11th, 10am- 12pm

Host Location: Tendrils Therapy

3510 Stoney Brook Ln, Chattanooga, TN 37415

Family Play Day

Monthly themed play dates at Tendrils Therapy, in conjunction with Downside Up, will be seasonally relevant and full of fun! This is a time for the whole family to come together and play outside with other families who “get it.” No individual therapy will be provided, and caregivers are expected to be present and having fun next to their children at all times to ensure safety for everyone. One to two nature-based activities will be encouraged at your families own pace and interest. $10 per family, reservations required.

Dates: October 28, 10am-12pm

Host Location: Tendrils Therapy

3510 Stoney Brook Ln, Chattanooga, TN 37415

Ladies, kickstart the most spook-tacular time of year with your favorite witches! Put on your best pointy hats, hop on your brooms, and fly on over to Witches and Wine at The Chattery downtown, Thursday, October 19 to support Downside Up, Inc. Enjoy drinking delicious wine, eating yummy hors d'oeuvres, dancing to our DJ jams, bidding on fabulous silent auction items, and participating in our best hat contest.

All proceeds go to Downside Up, Inc. registered 501 (c) (3)

We are so excited to volunteer again at Ironman Sunday, September 24th. We receive a donation from the Ironman Foundation for each volunteer, so if any of you would like to join us, we really need helpers, it is super fun and a great experience for all involved. We are heading up Run Station 6 at Curtain Pole Road off of Amnicola at the Riverpark.

We will cheer the runners on and hand out refreshments. There are 3 time slots available (10-4:30, 4-7:00, & 6:30-11). This is a great day to not only help these amazing athletes but also help support our fabulous families at downside up, inc. !!! It’s a win win all around.

Great way to get volunteer hours in for college and high school students — invite teams, sorority/fraternity, youth groups, etc to come volunteer together!!

Please help us !!! For more info or to sign up, go to the link below. Thanks so much!!

The Family Growing garden program is a family-friendly event that promotes nature exploration and horticulture therapy. Led by experienced horticulturalists, the program offers hands-on activities and plant identification exercises for all abilities. Families can bond over a shared love of nature while learning valuable skills and techniques. It's a fun way to spend a Saturday morning while connecting with the natural world. This is event is hosted by Tendrils Therapy.

SATURDAY MAY 20TH 10AM TO 11:30AM

Meeting Location Tendrils Therapy

Please join us on Thursday, May 4th 12 pm lunch - 1 pm shotgun start

Our Downside Up Annual Charity Golf Event features 18 holes of golf at Creeks Bend Golf Club - carts, hole sponsors, food, drinks, door prizes, contests, and an all out good time. Shotgun start -- foursome scramble. 

• Per golfer = $125

• Hole Sponsor = $150 a hole or $350 for 3 holes

• Mulligans = $15 each or 4 for $50

• Corporate Sponsor Opportunities = $1000, $2500, $5000 , $10,000

All money raised will go to Downside Up -- a registered 501 (c)(3) nonprofit. 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

• MASTERS (TITLE SPONSOR) = $10,000 (only 1 available) includes name/logo on title of tournament (Downside Up Golf Tournament Presented by Organization Name), banners, swag, & all presentation elements, advertising, & event materials across multiple media platforms, sponsor table, 12 golfers, 18 hole sponsorship signs, recognized as MASTERS Title sponsor at tournament, logo on all , and in our physical space (Training Wheels)

• EAGLE = $5000  includes 8 golfers, 18 hole sponsorship signs, logo on all printed & social media, recognized as an EAGLE sponsor at the tournament, on our website, and in our physical space (Training Wheels). 

• BIRDIE = $2500      includes  8 golfers, 9 hole sponsorship signs, logo on all printed & social media, recognized as a BIRDIE sponsor at the tournament & on our website.

• PAR = $1000             includes 4 golfers, 4 hole sponsorship signs, logo on all printed material, recognized as a PAR sponsor at the tournament & on our website.

Thank you to (Be)caffeinated Coffee for choosing us as their Giveback recipient for January! We are so happy to be so generously supported by such a wonderful group of people and love collaborating with them throughout the year with other local nonprofits. Please visit any (Be)caffeinated Coffee Shop in Chattanooga to enjoy delicious coffee and have a percentage donated to Downside Up — it’s definitely a WIN - WIN for all involved. Our CEO will be at the Northshore location all day on the 26th, so come say hello!!

What is the Giveback Program?

The Giveback Program is the most direct way that (Be)Caffeinated connects with and gives back to the community. By partnering with local nonprofits we are able to support them and the great work they do through events, fundraisers, and more.

How does the Giveback Program work?

The Giveback Program takes many forms depending on the needs of the nonprofit, but the most common way is through our Giveback Day. For a full month, we partner with a nonprofit and promote what they do through our social media channels and at our shops. We also will take part in any events that the nonprofit is hosting that month. It all leads to the Giveback Day, typically a Thursday near the end of the month. On that day a percentage of our daily proceeds goes directly to the nonprofit to help them achieve a particular goal.

Saturday December 17th Time slots available from 9:00am - 4:30pm

Let’s have some holiday fun. Limited spots available for your personal family visit with Santa.

Enjoy cookie decorating, holiday crafts, hot cocoa bar, Christmas karaoke, and of course pictures with Santa.

$50 per family — register today to save your spot

Let's celebrate rain or shine all abilities at the Rudolph Run 5k & Family Fun Run (1 mile)
hosted by Baylor School on December 11th at 1pm. All proceeds will go to support
Downside Up-- a local nonprofit that helps children with disabilities and
their families build community through creative spaces and experiences.

• Ugly sweater contest

• race the Elf

• cocoa, holiday songs, & festive fun

• pictures with SANTA

THANK YOU TO OUR TITLE SPONSOR — CHATTANOOGA SHOE CO.

Participants for 5K/family fun run, register HERE.

Student rate for registration is $10!!!

Volunteers are always needed and appreciated, so please sign up to help.

If you cannot make it to the race, but you would like to support what we do at Downside Up, please donate below. We are so grateful for the continued generosity of our community and look forward to seeing you at our space and/or an event soon.