Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility
Find Special Olympics Near Me
We are helping to make the world a better, healthier and more joyful place—one athlete, one volunteer, one family member at a time.
Your Program
Based on your location, your local program is %location%.
Your location could not be automatically determined. Choose a program below:
Your Special Olympics Local Program:
Looking for a different local program? Choose a program from the list below:
Africa
""
Asia Pacific
""
East Asia
""
Europe Eurasia
""
Latin America
""
Middle East North Africa
""
North America
""
Find It Fast
Find job opportunities with Special Olympics
What sports does Special Olympics offer?
Contact Special Olympics
Find events near me
Ways to give to Special Olympics

Search Results

There are 6,903 results that match your search. 6,903 results
In the News

International Tennis Federation and Special Olympics Publish New Course on ITF Academy

Female athlete playing tennis; taking a swing at the ball during a game.
In an exciting first, Special Olympics has worked with our partner, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) to create a free e-learning course called an "Introduction to Coaching Players with Intellectual Disabilities" for the ITF’s online learning platform the ITF Academy.
Latin America

Velocidad y Sonido

Female athlete on the track running. Another two female athletes are in the background along with spectators in the seats.
La atleta ecuatoriana Jacqueline Gilces protagonizó uno de los momentos más emotivos de Abu Dabi 2019. Llegó de tercer lugar en la carrera de 400 metros, con muchísimo esfuerzo, ya que sus rivales eran muy fuertes en esa disciplina.
In the News

Special Olympics Albania Show how to Stay Healthy at Home

By Silvia Cassina , May 12, 2020
Three athletes sitting on a platform working out.
Amidst the COVID-19 crisis, athletes across the Europe Eurasia region have been looking for ways to keep active and stay connected to their communities.
Get Involved

How Will the CARES Act Impact Charitable Giving in 2020?

Athlete bending down to receive his gold medal while it's snowing .
On March 27, Congress passed and the President signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. This law provides unprecedented support for nonprofit organizations and is the largest stimulus package in U.S. history.
In the News

Down the Road. Aventura: Reality TV Adventure for Special Olympics Romania

By Roxana Ossian, May 21, 2020
Group photo of the, "Down the Road. Aventura" reality show.
Ahead of the Special Olympics Sweden Invitational Games 2020, a few lucky athletes from Romania embarked on the journey of a lifetime. They became the stars of Down the Road. Aventura, an adventure reality TV programme hosted by well-known Romanian TV personality Mircea Radu.
In the News

The Mission of Inclusion Includes Digital Accessibility for All

Two girls sitting side by side taking a selfie.
Global Accessibility Awareness Day recognizes the need to make digital tools and information available to people of all abilities. Digital accessibility is more important than ever to keep people informed, connected and active during these uncertain times due to the effects of the COVID-19 virus.
Press Releases

Announcing 2020 Special Olympics Xbox Virtual Gaming Event

On the left text that reads: Special Olympics | Microsoft: 2020 Special Olympics XBox Virtual Gaming Event. On the right an image of a Toyota race car.
Back in 2018, Xbox hosted the first video gaming tournament at Special Olympics USA Games that were held in Seattle, Washington. Special Olympics athletes from four states competed head-to-head at the University of Washington and showed us the passion that existed for such an event.
In the News

Special Olympics Chief Health Officer on the challenges coronavirus poses for people with disabilities

Over the years, Special Olympics has provided over 2 million free health screenings (in the areas of vision, hearing, dental, etc.) in over 135 countries and trained nearly 280,000 health care professionals on the topic of people with ID.
“At Special Olympics, when we can’t be in our competitions and our events, we still are everyday connecting with our athletes to make sure they aren’t socially isolated,” said Dr. Alicia Bazzano, Chief Health Officer for Special Olympics during an interview with MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell Reports.
In the News

ESPN on Staying Fit During COVID-19 with WWE Superstar Becky Lynch

Becky Lunch and athletes doing jumping jacks.
In a recent interview with ESPN, WWE Superstar Becky Lynch explains why engaging with Special Olympics is important to her, and why she worked with athletes on the School of Strength fitness campaign
In the News

American Academy of Developmental Medicine & Dentistry Webinar: COVID-19 and People with ID: Special Olympics Responds

Athlete receiving a blood pressure test while two others stand/sit beside her.
The American Academy of Developmental Medicine & Dentistry (AADMD) recently invited Dr. Alicia Bazzano, Special Olympics Chief Health Officer, to keynote a webinar titled COVID-19 and People with ID: Special Olympics Responds.
Previous
Next