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We are helping to make the world a better, healthier and more joyful place—one athlete, one volunteer, one family member at a time.
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What We Do
What We Do
Sports
Special Olympics supports over 5 million athletes, unified partners, coaches and volunteers with over 30 Olympic-type sports.
Sport and Competition
Local and international year-round sports training and athletic competitions.
Inclusive Health
Improving the health and well-being of people with intellectual disabilities.
Youth & 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.
The Revolution Is Inclusion
A peaceful campaign to end discrimination of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Community Impact
Learn more about the power Special Olympics has to make real change around the world.
In the News
Hear about Special Olympics impact from around the world.
Always On
Videos showcasing the Special Olympics movement around the globe.
Inclusion Revolution Radio
An athlete led podcast featuring athletes, partners, ambassadors, employees, and supporters of Special Olympics.
Novie Knows
Novie Knows, a subseries of Inclusion Revolution Radio, serves as an unscripted platform for host Novie Craven to provide her perspective, as a Special Olympics athlete, on the topics of her choosing.
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Events
Events
Unified Football World Cup
Paris, France to host the third edition of the Unified Football World Cup from 6 – 11 July 2026.
Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027
From October 16 – 24 2027, Santiago will welcome thousands of athletes, families, and fans from around the globe to celebrate unity, inclusion, and the power of sport.
Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029
From March 10 – 17 2029, athletes will unleash the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sport in Switzerland.
World Games Schedule and Results
Competition schedule, athlete schedule, and results.
Host an Event
Learn more about hosting an international Special Olympics event.
USA Games 2026
June 20 – 26, 2026 the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will unite 3,000 athletes, 1,500 coaches, 10,000 volunteers, and 75,000 fans from all 50 states in Minnesota.
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Athletes
Preparation & Passion: Jana Kennedy’s Recipe for Meaningful Employment
By
RJ Nealon
, November 01, 2022
Jana Kennedy’s passion for working in the prep kitchen stems from her relationship with her grandma.
Athletes
Loretta Claiborne Immortalized in New Smithsonian Book Celebrating 150 Years of Pop Culture
Special Olympics Board Vice Chair Loretta Claiborne featured in the new tabletop book "Entertainment Nation."
Community Impact
Youth Leaders Paving the Way for Inclusive Communities
Special Olympics Cycle 9 Youth Innovation Projects Launch
Community Impact
A Lifesaving Skill
Debbie Ogden considers swimming a lifesaving skill. That is exactly why she raised each one of her children in the pool.
Press Releases
Media Registrations for Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 Now Open
Berlin to host global media and broadcasters, 17 – 25 June 2023
In the News
FanSided Calls Documentary Film about Special Olympics Pakistan ‘Heartwarming and Heartbreaking’
FanSided reviews the movie As Far As They Can Run
In the News
Be Part of Something Big: Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 Tickets Now on Sale
Ticket sales have started for the largest inclusive sporting event in the world with the Special Olympics World Games taking place in Berlin, Germany from 17 to 25 June 2023.
In the News
The Washington Post Chronicles “A Very Special Christmas”
The following is an excerpt from The Washington Post article titled shared via MSN.com titled How a 1987 Christmas album changed the way the holiday sounds.
Planned Giving
When Someone You Love Has Special Needs
When you have a loved one with special needs, planning for the future is even more important, but can be more complicated. In addition to creating the necessary lifetime plans for yourself and your family, you may be concerned about how to manage care for your loved one and your assets when you are gone.
Planned Giving
Information for Advisors, Attorneys, and Executors
As you consider your clients’ plans, we encourage you to be in touch. We would be happy to help you explore ways to make a big impact and to discuss various giving options while sharing more about our mission and impact over time.
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