Jack's Basket Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsMinnesota, United States11-50 Employees
Jack’s Basket is a Minnesota-based nonprofit organization focused on supporting families affected by Down syndrome. As a 501(c)(3) entity, its work centers on celebrating babies with Down syndrome and ensuring that new and expectant parents have access to resources and community-based support, while also providing medical professionals with guidelines to discuss the diagnosis in an unbiased manner. The organization aims to foster a perspective where a baby with Down syndrome is recognized and welcomed alongside any other child, addressing the informational and emotional needs of families and improving the delivery of diagnoses in medical settings. Since its founding in 2014, the group has reached families across all 50 states and more than 60 countries, and its medical team has engaged with numerous providers to share recommended strategies for communicating a Down syndrome diagnosis. Jack’s Basket operates in the non-profit sector, employing staff in the range typical for organizations of its size, and is located in St. Paul, Minnesota.