We are in the home stretch and nearly 170 athletes need your support to chase their dreams, represent Florida with pride, and experience the life-changing power of competition and inclusion at the Special Olympics USA Games next month.
It takes all of us – athletes, volunteers, families, sponsors, coaches, and the general public – to create a world where people with intellectual disabilities are treated with respect and dignity and given the opportunities that all people deserve.
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Our statewide fundraising campaign is designed to unite communities in support of athletes with intellectual disabilities. The Race for Champions will feature 5K events across Florida, bringing together runners, walkers, supporters, and fundraisers to make a lasting impact.
More than 300 law enforcement agencies are carrying the torch on a 1,500-mile trip through 67 counties starting March 9. The intrastate torch relay will culminate at the Opening Ceremony of our Special Olympics Florida State Games in May when they bring the Flame of Hope™ into the stadium.
On June 20-26, 2026 the brightest beacon of inclusion is headed to Minnesota. And Team Florida will be there! Through the power of sports and inclusion, the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will spark a change that transforms lives, communities and the world.
Two Special Olympics Florida leaders have been named finalists for the 2026 SPORTYS, highlighting their impact on Central Florida’s sports community. Lori Newcomb and BJ Mealy were among 65 finalists announced by the Greater Orlando Sports Commission for its annual awards program recognizing excellence across the industry.
In honor of National Volunteer Month, we want to thank the more than 55,000 volunteers who bring our mission to life. Without their support, our work simply would not be possible. Today, we turn our spotlight on Felicia Marable-Williams from Osceola County.
As we continue celebrating National Volunteer Month, today we recognize Special Olympics Florida coach Valerie Lundin of Pasco County.
April is National Volunteer Month, so we wanted to shout out a few of the incredible volunteers who work to create unforgettable moments for our athletes across the state. Today, we recognize the Nunez family from the South Region.
A huge thanks to Baptist Health and the Miami Host Committee for FIFA World Cup 2026 for coming together to support the athletes of Special Olympics Florida.
To celebrate National Volunteer Month, we are turning the spotlight on some of the amazing volunteers who have committed themselves to helping our athletes reach their full potential. Today, we highlight Phyllis Crain from our West Coast Region.
