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These global stories are about the power of Special Olympics to inspire hope, confidence and courage. Special Olympics changes the lives of our athletes with intellectual disabilities but also our coaches, families, volunteers and others who have the opportunity to take part.

Unified Snowboard & Ski Races Set to Commence on Friday at X Games Aspen

2022 Special Olympics Unified Snowboard & Ski Races Set to Commence at X Games Aspen on ESPN
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Special Olympics was highlighted by NFL players during the 2021 #MyCauseMyCleats Activation

Special Olympics was highlighted by NFL players during the 2021 #MyCauseMyCleats Activation.
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Two Members of National Work Team Share Bond Forged Through Special Olympics

Special Olympics brings people together, even when they least expect it. For Mercy Ogutu and Britney Bautista, who live across the country from each other, Special Olympics is exactly how their connection began .
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Special Olympics Becomes Extended Family for Father-Daughter Duo

Each athlete coached and each teammate of Rylie’s becomes a part of the Halls’ extended family. That’s the way it’s always been.
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Special Olympics Lebanon shares a VERY SPECIAL Seasons’ Greeting!

A wonderful video created by Special Olympics Lebanon team and athletes to wish everyone a joyful Christmas holiday.

Special Olympics Australia Athlete Tim Gould Shows Us How to be a Champion

The world's number one tennis player with down syndrome, Tim Gould, shows us how to be a champion.
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JR Jackson of CBS Sports Radio teamed up with Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® to host the "Media for the Movement" tour

JR Jackson of CBS Sports Radio teamed up with Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® to host the "Media for the Movement" tour.
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2022 Special Olympics USA Games Wins the Amazon Web Services Grant

2022 Special Olympics USA Games wins the Amazon Web Services Grant for nonprofits.
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Coaches Across the Special Olympics North America Region Recognized as Outstanding

For coaches nationwide, teaching and helping develop athletes is what drives them to continue making an impact. But for those who coach Special Olympics, it’s much more than just watching athletic success.
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Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 Logo Reveal

Special Olympics athletes participated in a workshop to help design the logo.
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2021 Holiday E-Card

A Special Holiday Greeting from Athletes and Friends of Special Olympics*
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