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Ways to Donate

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Every day we empower athletes to shatter stereotypes and exceed their personal bests on the playing field and in life. But for every Special Olympics champion, there is another who is waiting for a chance to win. Please donate and help us get one more athlete onto the playing field.

Ways to Donate

Create a Fundraiser

Whether it’s a birthday, wedding or other special occasion, your personal fundraiser will help us change lives.

Donate by Mail

Download a printable donation form and follow the instructions for mailing.

Donate by Phone

Call Donor Services at 1-800-380-3071

Special Olympics Tribute Giving

Honor a loved one with a gift to Special Olympics today.

Face-to-Face Fundraising

Have you seen Special Olympics Fundraisers in your Neighborhood?

Donor FAQs

Frequently asked questions about supporting Special Olympics

Donor Advised Funds

Learn more about charitable giving accounts

Qualified Charitable Distributions

You can transfer funds from your IRA directly to Special Olympics.
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Bequests & Planned Gifts

What is planned giving? Learn more and consider including Special Olympics in your estate plans and make a lasting impact.

Gifts that Give Back

Fun and easy ways to give back to Special Olympics through purchases and cause marketing.

Strategic Gifts

Working together, we align your philanthropic goals with the needs of the Special Olympics Movement.
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Special Olympics Program Emergency Relief Fund

Special Olympics is the largest grassroots sports organization for people with intellectual disability globally.
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How Your Gift Helps

In all that we do, Special Olympics strives to create a better world through acceptance and inclusion.
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Make a Difference

Please donate and help us get one more athlete onto the playing field.
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