Did you know we have a YouTube channel filled with videos featuring our amazing athletes?

April is National Volunteer Month, so we are highlighting the work of our incredible volunteers.

To celebrate National Volunteer Month, we are spotlighting some of the dedicated volunteers who make our work possible. 

Indian River County athlete Zach Stambaugh has qualified to run in the world-famous Boston Marathon in April.

Duval County athlete Caleb Prewitt is now a Guinness World Records holder!

Thank you to our friends at Adventure Island and to all the teams who turned out to support our athletes!

Kellie Matthew captured two gold medals in Alpine skiing at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy.

This year's inductees are athletes, coaches, and volunteers who embody the spirit of Special Olympics Florida, and who champion the principles of inclusion and acceptance. They are individuals who lift up those around them and carry Special Olympics Florida’s message throughout the state.

Broward County athlete Kellie Matthew headed to Italy this week to compete in the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin.

Members of the Special Olympics Florida community attended the Florida Panthers game against the Edmonton Oilers.

Polk County athlete Briana Sheffield is inspired by her mother, Carolyn Sheffield.

Columbia County athlete Travis Ford is inspired by his father and coach, Kelvin Ford.

It’s been almost two weeks since Super Bowl LIX, but Special Olympics Florida Athlete Leader Malcom Harris-Gowdie is still buzzing about covering the game as a credentialed reporter.

Leon County athlete Ashley Harrell is inspired by her longtime mentor Anika Fields.

Our annual Polar Plunge at Aquatica Orlando was a huge success as we celebrated our fundraising event's 15th anniversary.

Special Olympics Florida is best known for its sports training and competitions, but we are equally committed to ensuring our athletes have access to high quality healthcare.

Broward County athlete Peter Reece is inspired by his mother Jo-Ann Reece.

This annual event was filled with activities for athletes, students, and special guests, including ESPN’s Miami Dolphins reporter Marcel Louis-Jacques.

Special Olympics Florida Athlete Leader Monica Hernandez appeared on WESH 2 in Orlando this week to discuss Polar Plunge.

Escambia County athlete Stacy Barnes is inspired by her mentor and coach Regina Williams. 

Malcom Harris-Gowdie is heading back to the Super Bowl, and this year he’ll be reporting from inside the stadium during the game.

Several Special Olympics Florida athletes had the opportunity to star in a film exploring friendship and autism, called “Lights, Camera, Friendship!”

Tyler Boyd is headed to the 2025 Pro Bowl Games after being named an “NFL PLAY 60 Super Kid.”

The accomplishments of the Immokalee High School Unified flag football team were highlighted recently by FOX 4 in Cape Coral.

We just wrapped up this year’s campaign and are grateful to Publix, Procter & Gamble, and all who participated.

Chief Operating Officer Meghan McLean and Athlete Leader Juliette Soos talked about the ongoing Torch Icon Campaign at Publix.

Southwest Miami Senior High School kicked off the new year in a big way, celebrating its designation as an ESPN Unified Champion National Banner School!

Special Olympics Florida is thrilled to announce that Shania Williams has been named the Don Taft Athlete of the Year.

Our annual Torch Icon Campaign at Publix is receiving some high-profile media attention from News4Jax in northeast Florida.

A year-end message from Special Olympics Florida President and CEO Sherry Wheelock.