– 10/3 Mid-Hudson Walk-N-Roll
-10/27 Adult Group
-10/25 Light Up the World Teal for World Spina Bifida Day!
This October, in honor of Spina Bifida Awareness Month, we invite individuals and families impacted by Spina Bifida to share their personal stories. Your voice has the power to educate, inspire, and build greater understanding within our communities.
By sharing your experience, you help humanize Spina Bifida, break down stigma, and foster connection and support. Your story can empower others, raise awareness, and drive meaningful change.
Whether you’re living with Spina Bifida, supporting a loved one, or advocating for the community—your story matters.
This Spina Bifida Awareness Month, your donation to the Spina Bifida Association of New York State helps provide free, life-changing services to individuals and families across the state.
From advocacy and education to equipment support and care navigation, every dollar you give fuels real impact—and brings hope to thousands.
Show your support this October—and all year long—by purchasing Spina Bifida Awareness merchandise. Every item you wear helps raise visibility, spark meaningful conversations, and spread awareness about Spina Bifida in your community.
Your purchase not only demonstrates solidarity with individuals and families affected by Spina Bifida, but also supports vital advocacy, education, and support programs led by the Spina Bifida Association of New York State.
Shop now and help turn awareness into action.
On October 25th, World Spina Bifida, landmarks across New York will glow teal in honor of the Spina Bifida community.
These lightings are a powerful symbol of awareness, unity, and hope—reminding the world that Spina Bifida matters.
Visit a teal-lit landmark, snap a photo, and help spread the light by using these hashtags and tagging us on Social Media. #spinabifida #lightuptheworldteal #worldspinabifidaday #sbanys
Join us in raising awareness. Share your journey today.
Share your story with SBANYS to post on our social media by clicking here.
Share your own story on social media this October and make sure to tag us and use these hashtags: #spinabifidaawarenessmonth #SBAM2025 #spinabifida #sbanys
Shoot on over to purchase a shooter from Zinful Thoughts to raise funds for Spina Bifida throughout the entire month of October! All shooters collected will be a part of a raffle basket for our Dare to Dream Gala!
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- Wear the color teal during the month of October
- Volunteer at one of our events this month or throughout the year
- Start conversations with those who might not be aware of Spina Bifida
- Share facts and stories on social media and use hashtags to gauge more awareness like #spinabifida #spinabifidaawarenessmonth
- Host a community fundraiser
- Follow and engage with us on social media: Facebook: SBANYS1 and Instagram: spinabifidanys
