Welcome
Up with Down is a 501c non-profit organization that is dedicated to glorifying God by improving the quality of life for children with Down Syndrome, their families, and the communities they live in. Located in Voronezh, Russia, the center will use a Christian school enviroment to teach the children how to have a personal relationship with God and introduce them to biblical teachings through scripture. It is the goal of the center to foster an attitude of love and understanding towards these children. God has already done some amazing things with the center. Please contact us to learn more about the center and how you can get involved.
About Us
The Up with Down Center was founded by Frank Baxter after making several mission trips to Voronezh, Russia. While on these trips, God opened Frank's heart to the need that Russia has for children with Down Syndrome. In Russia, these children are rejected by society and generally do not have the opportunity to attend public schools.
This need was made more evident on one of the mission trips when Frank was approached by a woman who had a child with Down Syndome. She wanted to raise her child to have a normal life and asked for Frank's help in this area.
At the time of the mission trips, Frank was volunteering at a school in Tulsa, Oklahoma called The Little Lighthouse. It was at this school that Frank learned about Down Syndrome and discovered his passion for helping kids with special needs. In a step of faith, Frank decided to open the center in Vonorezh and allow God to work miracles in the lives of these children and their families.
Foundational Scripture
"And He(Jesus) took a child, and set him in the midst of them; and when had taken him in his arms, he said unto them, whosoever shall receive one of such children in my name, receiveth me; and whosoever shall receive me, receiveth not me, but him that sent me."
Mark 9:36-37
Contact Us
Office: 918.355.88563109 Battlecreek Drive
Broken Arrow, OK 74012
upwithdown1@netzero.net