North America

North America has 544,581 athletes participating in all 30 sports offered by Special Olympics.  It is home to athletes from Canada, the Caribbean and the United States.  Special Olympics is dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition.

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Celebrating Moms in May

They're our number one cheerleaders and so much more. Let's celebrate the "moms" of Special Olympics during May! LEARN MORE ››


Special Olympics Texas Athletes Compete in 2013 Summer Game

More than 3,000 Special Olympics Texas athletes from across the state will take over Arlington for the 2013 Summer Games this weekend. The Summer Games will be held at The University of Texas at Arlington and nearby venues. Read More ››

Crossing the Desert for Special Olympics

On June 2nd, I will once again be racing across another desert in support of Special Olympics. This time crossing the Gobi desert, I will continue my quest to complete the 4 Deserts series of ultra-distance stage events. But I won't be alone.. Read More ››


Sponsors in North America

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Hilton HHonorsThe official global hotel sponsor of Special Olympics.
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Lions Clubs InternationalLion's Club helps provide free athlete health clinics worldwide.
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Resources for Programs, Athletes, Coaches and Volunteers

Team USA Athlete
Team USA

See highlights from Team USA's 2011 World Summer Games experience in Greece. Coming soon: meet the Team USA athletes going to the 2013 World Winter Games in South Korea!
LINK: Team USA Website


Special Olympics Contact Information


Special Olympics North America
3712 Benson Drive, Suite 102
Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
Office:  (919) 785-0699
Fax:  (919) 782-3311  
Email: Lynn Idaszak
Manager, Internal Communications & Operations 

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Defying Expectations

Georgie is emerging as the only bona fide athlete in the Seigenthaler-Hayes family. There is no sport he won’t try, no athletic endeavor he’s won’t pursue. No fear. No trembling. Just do it. That’s how George rolls.

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Posted on 2013-04-23 by Tim

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