Corporate Partners

Publix is our most treasured and longest-standing partner for Special Olympics Florida, a true example of a fully-integrated partnership.

The host for our annual Polar Plunge Orlando, a family fun event that has raised over $1.7M in the last 10 years and a past recipient of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Award for Florida.

Their support spans over two decades by donating broadcast time for two separate half-hour programs shown throughout the year. They were inducted into the Special Olympics Florida Hall of Fame in 2006.

Since 1986 Disney has brought their brand of magic to us via strategic leadership, providing VoluntEARS, hosting State Summer Games and State Fall Classic, and chairing an annual golf tournament that has raised more than $1M.

The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation, Inc. was created in 1997 by the late Frederick DeLuca, co-founder of the global Subway® restaurant chain, to provide youth and adults the tools to achieve independence and self-sufficiency.

Giving...making a difference in someone's life...is Jersey Mike's mission. In 2022, they raised $20 million to support 4,000 athletes who participated in Special Olympics USA Games, giving them an opportunity to compete in high-level competition.

Chiefs, officers, sheriffs, deputies, agents and cadets from federal, state, county and municipal law enforcement, volunteer their time year-round and participate in the Torch Run the largest annual public relations and fundraising event.

One of our newest partners, Nomi Health is passionate about addressing obstacles in healthcare. They have invested in our athletes through the support of our Health Programs and our Race for Inclusion.

This Official Central Florida Health Home sponsor provides life-changing impact for our athletes health, fitness, well-being, and sports experience, and is a health screening sponsor at our State Summer Games and State Fall Classic.

A supporter of Special Olympics since 1980, raising over $56M in the U.S. over the span of the partnership -- consistently driving sales, market share and incremental retail activity. P&G is a member of the Special Olympics Florida Hall of Fame.

Wawa has raised over $1M during their long history with Special Olympics via in-store promotions. Here in Florida, they have provided meals for State Summer Games, coffee at events, and participate in our Polar Plunge.

Through their participation in our Polar Plunge, Sunshine Bowl and Champions Gala, and coordinating internal fundraisers, they are committed to enhancing the fan experience and bringing their passion for sports as our Official Merchandise partner.

A long-standing Title Sponsor of the Special Olympics Florida Invitational -- playing an important role in this golf fundraising event that raises more than $1M annually.

In 2009, Club members created The Chuck Smith Golf Classic benefitting Special Olympics Florida in memory of a much-loved resident. This annual event raises critical funds due to the diligence, passion and skill of the organizing committee.

As Presenting Sponsor of State Surfing and State Stand Up Paddle, Ron Jon Surf Shop is committed to making surfing more accessible for people of all abilities and was instrumental in helping us launch our surfing program in 2014.

Sales of this specialty license tag in Florida has helped our surfing program to grow statewide since 2014.