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 6,209 results that match your search. There are 6,209 results that match your search.
Community Impact

Global Partnership Between FIVB And Special Olympics International Thrives with Events in Poland and Brazil

Large group of volleyball players in front of a volleyball net for a group photo.
The Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) and Special Olympics International (SOI) have solidified their worldwide commitment to the cause of inclusion through sports with a series of events in Poland and Brazil in September and October 2023.
Athletes

Special Olympics Athletes Wow the Crowds at the 2024 FIBA Open

Four men in basketball kits compete for a bouncing basketball
Eleven Special Olympics teams were among over 1,000 basketball players at the recent FIBA Open in Mies, the largest 3x3 basketball tournament in Switzerland, on 15 and 16 June 2024.
Press Releases

The awarding of the Empress Theophano Prize to Special Olympics and Chairman Dr. Timothy Shriver places focus on the rights of persons with intellectual disabilities and the need to build a more inclusive society.

""
[Thessaloniki – 18 October 2024] The 5th Empress Theophano Prize, aiming to highlight those persons or organisations in Europe and beyond who embody European and universal values, is presented to Special Olympics and its Chairman, Dr. Timothy Shriver.
In the News

From One Swim Meet to a Movement

Mother and son.
When Jillian Pierre first walked into a Special Olympics event in 2012 with her son Jaleel, she thought she was simply bringing him to swim.
Partners of the Movement

Brightspot

xgames2024_2.jpg
We have entrusted the talented, creative, and capable team at Brightspot to be our lead digital partner for years.
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.
Press Releases

Special Olympics Announces Global Expansion of Initiative for Inclusion in Education for Young People with and without Intellectual Disabilities

Two athletes from Special Olympics Romania on the court with their arms around one another's shoulders showing camaraderie.
Transformative Gift from His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Will Promote Positive Social Change and Foster More Inclusive Societies
Latin America

#CampeonesDeLaInclusión: Jaime Cruz y RAVVA

Jaime Cruz con su amigo, el cantautor RAVVA, en video de “Desde Que Te Vi”.
Los #CampeonesDeLaInclusión contribuyen a un mundo más digno, justo e inclusivo para personas con discapacidad intelectual, celebrando la fortaleza que hay en un mundo en donde todos gocemos de los mismos derechos.
Athletes

Inspiring the Next Generation of Athletes: Jamey’s Story

Players on the field.
A Special Olympics St. Kitts and Nevis Athlete Leader brings together students of all abilities through Unified football.
Community Impact

Singleton Siblings Find Passion and Support for Each Other Through Special Olympics

By RJ Nealon, January 23, 2024
A group of people pose for a photo. Alex Singleton is in the front wearing an NFL uniform.
Alex Singleton has laced up his cleats countless times throughout his amateur and professional football career. It’s part of his well-honed pre-game routine, something that does not change from game to game. But on December 3, 2023, there was a change. A noticeable and meaningful one.
Previous
Next