Community Impact
Every day, our athletes inspire people everywhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential. Learn more about the power Special Olympics has to make real change all around the world.
Changing the World through Sports
Special Olympics transforms lives every day, everywhere.
Come Out and Play Unified
Watch as Olympians like Michelle Kwan talk about playing on teams that unite athletes with and without intellectual disabilities.
A Day in the Life of an Alpine Skiing Coach
Join Cristoph Scheurer, Special Olympics Alpine Skiing coach for Team Germany for an inside look at World Winter Games
Describe Special Olympics—in 3 Words or Less
This compilation was created by students at the University of Miami in response to, "What does Special Olympics mean to you?"
"I Never Saw the Things My Child Couldn't Do"
Watch this beautiful Procter and Gamble ad featuring Special Olympics Michigan athlete Molly Hincka (and her devoted mom, Kerry).
Watch Nelson Mandela at the 2003 World Summer Games
The former South Africa President, who died in 2013, said Special Olympics athletes are proof of "our capacity to overcome hardships."
Her Legacy Continues: Tribute to Eunice Kennedy Shriver
Watch a video tribute to the founder of Special Olympics, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, with an introduction from Nelson Mandela.
Nelson Mandela on Justice for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Watch him talk about the work of Eunice Kennedy Shriver and the ongoing fight for justice for people with intellectual disabilities.
Maria Shriver Celebrates her Mother's Legacy of Hope
Watch Maria share a personal message in celebration of her mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver.
See Our Athletes Around the World in "Join Hands"
This video shows the both the joy found every day thru Special Olympics, as well as the tremendous global reach of our movement.
Changing the World Through Sports
Special Olympics transforms lives every day, everywhere through the power and joy of sports.