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Special Olympics Programs Throughout North America Pivot to Host Virtual Summer Games

All Special Olympics Programs are experiencing a new kind of normal in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing all to go virtual this year.
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Volunteering at the Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles 2015

Since February 2015 when she first volunteered for Special Olympics at the Special Olympics New York State Winter Games, she has been committed to serving the athletes in the movement.
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Special Olympics Pennsylvania athletes featured in Aerie’s #AerieREAL Campaign

Special Olympics and lifestyle brand Aerie have announced their new partnership that will expand Aerie’s #AerieREAL campaign to include models with intellectual disabilities!
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Special Olympics Athletes Ready to Run the 2019 Boston Marathon

For the first time, five Special Olympics athletes from five states around the U.S. have qualified to run in the annual Boston Marathon.
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Smithsonian Highlights Our Athletes, Our History

“Special Olympics at 50” exhibit at the National Museum of American History celebrates diversity and inclusion in sports
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Justin "JJ" Jones Gets His Motto From His Dad

Justin has been with Special Olympics Pennsylvania for three years, competing in multiple sports, though swimming is his favorite.
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Sebastian Joynes Found Acceptance at Special Olympics

His mother knew getting active was crucial for him, but they had trouble finding the right fit—until they found Special Olympics.
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Why Coaches Asked Matthew Grabowski to Join a Leadership Team

The role means he is involved in solutions to make all aspects of the program better for athletes. Learn how he got there.
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