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What We Do

Inclusion Means a Seat at the Table

By Leia Isanhart, Senior Technical Advisor, Health, Catholic Relief Services , May 22, 2019
A man holding a small boy, the small boy is looking at the photographer and another man is reaching out and shaking the small boy's hand.
Early childhood development (ECD) interventions are critical to helping children survive and thrive. In particular, according to the WHO, children with disabilities and developmental difficulties need nurturing care just as much as any other child, if not more, to reach their full potential.
Inclusive Health

Announcement of 2019 Grant Recipients

Three people standing side by side facing the camera. A man in a suit, a women holding a read ball and a man in a black Special Olympics t-shirt.
Special Olympics is pleased to announce the 2019 Inclusive Health Innovation Grant recipients. These grants, awarded to nine leading organizations, reflect our commitment to inclusive health and to improving access to mainstream health services in the U.S. for people with intellectual disabilities (ID).
In the News

Mom Sinks 2400 Free Throws in 24-Hours

Woman throwing basketball into a basket as spectators and refs watch.
In an act of true sportsmanship and generosity, Special Olympics parent Debbie Antonelli sunk 2,400 free throws in her 24-Hour Nothing But Net marathon on May 18 to support Special Olympics South Carolina.
In the News

Ephraim & Arnold's Bond Embodies Togetherness

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Ephraim Mohlakane sitting next to one another in chairs shaking hands.
Arnold Schwarzenegger has reconnected with Ephraim Mohlakane, a Special Olympics athlete, Board member, and former Global Messenger.
In the News

Charles Melton and Yara Shahidi Invite Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® to their Movie Screening

Actors Yara Shahidi, an athlete from Special Olympics New York, and Actor Charles Melton smile for a photo.
Before premiering their new film “The Sun Is Also A Star” to the world, stars Charles Melton (Riverdale) and Yara Shahidi (Black-ish) invited Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® students to an advanced screening in New York City!
Athletes

Actor Jon Seda and Hamilton Chicago Cast Members join Special Olympics Illinois Athlete Patrick McCarthy in Gala Video

Three men in winter coats with gold chains around their necks and sunglasses on standing in front of a group of doors.
On Saturday, May 11, 2019, Special Olympics Illinois hosted the 12th Annual Inspire Greatness Gala at the Fairmont Chicago.
Athletes

Our Athletes are Role Models

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With over 6-million Special Olympics athletes around the globe, it is easy to find examples of true excellence, dedication, perseverance and motivation.
In the News

Special Olympics athletes shine at European Football Tournament in Tilburg

By Jeroen Adriaanse , June 03, 2019
Eleven women wearing orange and white football kits stand in front of a football/soccer net on a football pitch.
More than 150 players from across Europe were greeted as true champions at the Closing Ceremony of the recent Special Olympics European 8-a-side Football Tournament in Tilburg, The Netherlands.
In the News

Recent Tornado Devastates Special Olympics Training Center

Photo of the training for life campus for the Special Olympics.
A little after midnight on Thursday, May 23, my wife, our dogs, our hedgehog and I were all hunkered down in our basement in Jefferson City, Missouri, watching the news as a storm moved across the state.
In the News

Sunshine and Smiles for First-Ever Special Olympics Unified Mile in London!

Runners in red t-shirts running towards the camera across a finish line.
What do Special Olympics athletes and supporters, Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter OBE and Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah have in common?
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