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Government & NGO Partners

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Partnerships between Special Olympics, governments and non-government/non-profit organizations provide valuable support to our movement as we transform lives and expand our programming reach around the world. These multi-faceted relationships enhance Special Olympics’ robust platform, further growing our capacity to deliver life-changing and life-saving interventions to people with intellectual disabilities and champion change at the highest levels of governance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Supporting Special Olympics

Thank you for your support of Special Olympics. Because of your support, more athletes with intellectual disabilities around the world are discovering the power of sports to change their lives.

Note: The questions and answers on this page apply to donations made in the United States. For answers to questions regarding donations made outside the United States, please contact the Special Olympics regional office nearest you.
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Health and Care Workforce

People with IDD face stigma and unique communication barriers when accessing the health system and interacting with healthcare professionals. Comprehensive, evidence-based training can help bridge the gap between patients and providers.
Special Olympics Europe Eurasia

Initiatives

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Special Olympics in Europe and Eurasia encompasses a diverse range of cultures, languages and customs. From Iceland to Israel, from Portugal to Siberia, Russia, Special Olympics athletes and supporters are dedicated to promoting respect, inclusion and human dignity for people with intellectual disabilities through sports.
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Major Donors & Family Foundations

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Special Olympics is honored to work with committed individuals, families, foundations and institutions who are passionate about the impact their philanthropic investments can make.

Significant gifts from key individuals and foundations have powered our Movement for over 50 years and have been critical to the success of our most important accomplishments. We remain grateful to these key individuals and institutions who are driving our mission forward through their exceptional commitments.

To learn more about how you can support Special Olympics please contact us at strategicgifts@specialolympics.org

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Whether it’s a birthday, wedding or other special occasion, your personal fundraiser for Special Olympics will help us change lives by getting more athletes off the sidelines and into the game.

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

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There are many ways you can support Special Olympics’ mission to create a more inclusive world. Explore fun and easy ways to give back to Special Olympics through your purchases and activities below. Thank you for supporting our work to end discrimination against people with intellectual disabilities.
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