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Francesco Alipede Is Dreaming of Success in Abu Dhabi 2019

By Aoife O'Grady, March 05, 2018
Volley Week reinforced a determination to follow his dreams - all the way to the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019!

Special Olympics Bahamas, Engaging The Youth

By Gilbert Williams, May 02, 2017
On April 11, Special Olympics Bahamas held its annual local season ending soccer tournament, bu there was one important difference.

Down Syndrome

Down syndrome describes a set of cognitive and physical symptoms that result from having an extra copy or part of a copy of chromosome 21.

Autism

Autism is a complex neurological and developmental condition that affects how a person learns, communicates and interacts with others.

Golisano Foundation

In 2012, businessman and philanthropist, Tom Golisano committed $12 million over four years towards launching the Special Olympics Healthy Communities initiative. The goal was to create communities in eight countries and six U.S. States where Special Olympics athletes and other people with intellectual disabilities have the same access to health and wellness resources and services—and can attain the same level of good health—as all community members.

Other Intellectual Disabilities

There are many other types of intellectual disabilities—some have known causes, while others remain unknown.

The Coca-Cola Company

For the past 48 years, the Coca-Cola Company has led a true commitment to showcasing the unlimited potential of individuals with intellectual disabilities.

ESPN

ESPN and Special Olympics have had a partnership for more than 30 years. That partnership has never been stronger and more significant than it is today.

Safeway

Working through its local Programs in the United States, Special Olympics is part of the Safeway Foundation’s annual customer fundraising campaign for people with disabilities.

TD Bank

Since 2009, TD Bank has partnered with Special Olympics on an annual fundraising campaign, which has raised more than $9.5 million and built awareness for the Play Unified movement.