The Road to Victory Starts Here
Enter for a chance to win a Toyota All-Electric bZ and support Special Olympics athletes.
ENTER THE SWEEPSTAKES
No purchase or contribution necessary. See SpecialOlympics.org/sweepstakes-rules for details.
What We Do
Every day, Special Olympics events are taking place around the globe transforming the lives of millions of individuals with intellectual disabilities both on and off the playing field.
Sports
Special Olympics supports over 5 million athletes, unified partners, coaches and volunteers with 32 Olympic-type sports.
Inclusive Health
Improving the health and well-being of people with intellectual disabilities.
Youth and Schools
Empowering Youth Leaders, educators, coaches, and families to build inclusive schools and communities for all.
Inclusive Leadership
Unleashing leadership potential in people of all abilities.

Make a Difference
Please donate and help us get one more athlete onto the playing field.
Stories of Impact
Stories from around the world, inspiring courage, hope and confidence.
Remembering Giorgio Armani
The Special Olympics community is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of fashion designer Giorgio Armani.
1 Min Read
3x3 Unified Basketball World Cup Draw Sets First Round of Play
The Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup Draw Ceremony was held today in San Juan, Puerto Rico officially marking the start of the World Cup and setting the stage for what teams, spectators, families, and basketball fans around the world can expect for gameplay come 5 – 7 December.
2 Min Read
Special Olympics Athletes Make History on Formula 1 Racecar
For the first time ever, Special Olympics athletes are featured on a Formula 1 racecar, part of the Visibility Drives Change initiative powered by TeamViewer, an official partner of Formula 1.
2 Min Read
The Mirror Image Project: Special Olympics Athletes Shine as Global Icons
The Mirror Image Project is a social media campaign by Special Olympics that invites Special Olympics athletes to recreate famous photos of Special Olympics Global Ambassadors or celebrity supporters.
1 Min Read
Sport in Color
Special Olympics Singapore athlete Noah Tan has forged a career in visual arts, but his 12 years as a bowler helped his craft in a curious way.
2 Min Read
Special Olympics Africa Region Uses Education to Expand Inclusive Sport
This Mandela Day, Special Olympics is spotlighting the importance of sport and education in the Special Olympics Africa Region as it creates opportunities for those with and without intellectual disabilities to experience the benefits of sport as it pertains to health, well-being, and fitness.
3 Min Read
Our Global Reach
With 5 competitions per hour across the globe, our movement represents over 5.3 million athletes, unified partners, coaches, and volunteers.
4,660,299
Athletes and Unified Partners
256
National and State Programs
24,383
Unified Schools
393,943
Coaches
68,053
Athlete Health Screenings
820,832
Volunteers

Join Our Movement
Join our movement, belong to an inspiring community and help us to build a better tomorrow for people of all abilities. With over 30 sports and nearly 50,000 games every year, there's an opportunity for you!
Featured Partners

Global Supplier of Ophthalmic Lenses for Special Olympics the Opening Eyes program

Supporting Special Olympics throughout the world

Exclusive Global Supplier of Ophthalmic Frames and Sunglasses for the Special Olympics Opening Eyes program

Stay Connected
Share your contact information so we can keep you up-to-date on all of the exciting work happening within our movement.