Tell your story here. Why did you choose to raise money for the Special Olympics? What is the special occasion for which you are raising money - birthday, bar or bat mitzvah, wedding, anniversary, etc? What made you decide on the Special Olympics as the beneficiary? Be as specific and compelling as possible.

Tell your story here. Why did you choose to raise money for the Special Olympics? What is the special occasion for which you are raising money - birthday, bar or bat mitzvah, wedding, anniversary, etc? What made you decide on the Special Olympics as the beneficiary? Be as specific and compelling as possible.

For the last year 10 years, I have volunteered for the Special Olympics and this foundation means the world to me! For my 35th Birthday this year… I am asking for a small amount of generosity to help support the future generation of children! Thank you in advance . to help an excellent cause and help support the next generation

Thru-Hike Challenge for the Special Olympics My challenge is to complete the thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine. The Special Olympics offer those with intellectual disabilities to compete in sports in this world-wide event. The Special Olympics is much more than a competition. These Olympians show us that each of us has the gift to inspire others. So, I ask that you donate to this worthy organization as I meet my challenge. Thank you!

I have to phrase this carefully, as not all the rights to do this fund raiser have been gained. Recently a performer and singer died. His music has been climbing the charts since then. He once did a performance for Special Olympics to raise money for the organization. I have a story idea on what may have happened to him after his death. He ended up in Oz, which is referred to in one of his songs. His also deceased writing partner is there. During the course of their time there, they manage to help banish the evil witches from the North and South, with the help of the good witches and the Wizard, of course. The book containing this story would have money from its sale donated to Special Olympics. In addition to the story, there would be illustrations and a music disc containing at least the song he sung for Special Olympics and his hit song, referring to the building of the Emerald City. I can provide you with samples of my writing if you wish. I have not yet contacted the heirs of these musicians yet. I decided to contact you and see if you were interested first. If you are, I will contact the heirs. Please let me know as soon as possible. Thank you. Mark Philip Steele 269-547-0187 1715 Princeton Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49007 icarus_23@hotmail.com https://citizensaline.wordpress.com/ethiopian-revelations/

On Target Home Inspection loves to advocate for our clients and the community. As a part of our Quarterly Community Outreach Program we have decided to give back to the Special Olympics! We are pleased to help raise funds for this organization, as it is near and dear to the hearts of one of our clients, whose daughter is autistic. We love that this organization gives so many opportunities for people to reach their goals and full potential, while overcoming their difficulties through hard work and discipline! Please help us in our mission to raise $1000 or more during April 1st, 2022 - June 30th, 2022!

On Target Home Inspection loves to advocate for our clients and the community. As a part of our Quarterly Community Outreach Program we have decided to give back to the Special Olympics! We are pleased to help raise funds for this organization, as it is near and dear to the hearts of one of our clients, whose daughter is autistic. We love that this organization gives so many opportunities for people to reach their goals and full potential, while overcoming their difficulties through hard work and discipline! Please help us in our mission to raise $1000 or more during April 1st, 2022 - June 30th, 2022!

For my birthday this year, I'm asking for a donation to the Special Olympics in lieu of a gift!!! This organization means the world to me. My son, Anders, has nonverbal autism. He is the center of my universe literally; he has played in the Special Olympics games before and it has meant the absolute world to him and to us as his parents for him to be able to participate in something like this. Something quote unquote normal! As you know the normal fun activities for children with special needs like my son can be very limited. The Special Olympics organization makes it possible for these children to experience the joy that they are often deprived of because of their special needs. As a parent this is heartbreaking to watch your child being left out! We all want the best for our children, and we special needs parents are no different! If you would consider donating, it would mean the absolute world to me; a small donation will help this wonderful organization continue to make it possible for children like Anders to be included in these fun activities and games and to experience the childhood joys that all children should be able to experience no matter their special needs! Thank you so much!!!

Dale Grabill had a great time in her life participating in the special olympics. She especially loved the swimming and bowling. Overall, she was a social butterfly and loved being around people. We humbly as for any donation to continue her passion, and pass opportunities on to other individuals with special needs.

Engel & Völkers North Tacoma Engel & Völkers is a proud champion of the Special Olympics Play Unified Campaign. Dedicated to promoting social inclusion through shared sports training and competition experiences, Unified Sports joins people with and without intellectual disabilities on the same team. It was inspired by a simple principle: training together and playing together is a quick path to friendship and understanding.

This is a memorial fundraiser for Jean Williams. Jeannie loved the Special Olympics, and participated in many events. She liked to win, and collected many medals over the years.

We created Special Sports - a non-profit dedicated towards bringing sports equipment and the funding for it - to bring athletic opportunity to areas that do not have prominent access, especially for athletes will disabilities. Sports provide common goals and common ground for all, breaking the divide between culture, race, language, and much more, proving to be extremely valuable in the modern world. However, disabled athletes are exceptionally marginalized in the world of sports. With few to no athletic opportunities in certain regions, Special Sports has the goal of providing sports equipment for allowance of new organizations in more remote areas to start athletic events for athletes with special needs.

It is that time of the year where we want to give back to the community in any way that we can! All of the donations go 100% to the Special Olympics organization!

As the creator/administrator of a growing community of boots, denim, and watch collectors/enthusiasts, I figured we had an opportunity to do great things in the form of charity. Along with the moderators, we at RUGGED Outdoor Apparel have decided to help support an especially needed cause like Special Olympics. My daughter, Emery, has Down Syndrome and has been a special olympian for 5 years including placing 2nd in the state of Ohio in swimming at her age level. She has built strong relationships, lasting friendships, a sense of belonging, a sense of achievement, and many other lasting positives in her life. So, please help support the Special Olympics through a straight monetary donation here, or consider purchasing The Emery Boot from Frank’sXRUGGED at www.franksboots.com. Thank you.

Good morning. I am making this post as I walk out the door to take a great big bite out of my slice of life. Today I will start a 100-mile ultramarathon (GULP!) at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, AL. I hope to punctuate 2022 and 2023 with exclamation points by running out of one year and into another. Such a feat has been a goal of mine for years, and after months of training, today I will try to make it a reality. Whether I cover the distance is less important than making the effort to do so. I simply must try, and I am grateful for the support and encouragement that Lori and my family have provided. Ultrarunning can be a selfish sport. It takes a lot of time away from family and commands discipline. To make this challenge less selfish, every mile that I cover will increase my contribution to the Special Olympics in the memory and honor of Samuel Hurt. Last year, my friend and co-worker named Brian Hurt and his family unexpectedly lost their teenage son, Samuel Hurt. Samuel was an avid supporter of the Special Olympics and the ideals it embodies. My goal is to raise funds supporting the Special Olympics in Samuel’s honor as a tribute to him and his volunteerism for the Special Olympics. If you are so fortunate as to be able to support any charitable cause, I encourage you to make a contribution towards this fundraising effort (https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/SPECIAL/TroyMouton) OR the charity of your choice for each mile that I cover. Our combined efforts will create meaning from miles and breathe life into causes that need our collective support. I expect to see Lori periodically as this event unfolds, and she will share with me any observations about the causes that may benefit from this effort based on your comments and commitments. When the dust settles and I am able to share results, I will offer a race report that includes the miles completed should that distance impact any contribution you wish to make. Thank you for your consideration, support, and motivation to keep moving forward. Troy

I am excited to announce that I will be fundraising for Special Olympics this year! Special Olympics is an amazing organization that is dedicated to providing year-round sports training and athletic competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The organization's mission is to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition. Through Special Olympics, athletes have the opportunity to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. Special Olympics not only helps to improve physical fitness and motor skills, but also builds self-confidence, promotes inclusion and acceptance within communities, and provides athletes with access to health screenings, education and leadership opportunities, and other resources to help them succeed in all aspects of life. As a supporter of Special Olympics, I believe in the organization's mission and the positive impact it has on the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities. That's why I am fundraising for Special Olympics this year. I want to do my part to support the organization and the athletes it serves. With your help, we can make a real difference in the lives of these individuals and their communities. I hope you will consider supporting me in my fundraising efforts for Special Olympics. Every little bit helps and is greatly appreciated. Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Hi friends and family! In lieu of gifts, please consider donating to a cause that is important to us. Love, Jen and Ian

Gerstell Academy's Junior Class of 2024 would like to be generous with our time, talents, and treasures to give back and support a good cause. In the past years, Gerstell students have had the privilege of volunteering with the Special Olympics. However, since COVID, it has been difficult to keep this tradition alive. In order to continue our support of this wonderful organization, we would like to create a fundraiser and donate all proceeds to the Special Olympics.

We are raising funds for Missouri Special Olympics with our No Shave November event. Where students give money to the staff member they want to see when the best beard.

NCAA Athletes of Compass, From one athlete to another, let's make a difference.

We are fundraising for the Special Olympics and to support the Superstars Special Olympics Gymnastics team at Exxcel Gymnastics in Newton, MA that we founded in 2022. My older daughter Zoe, a competitive gymnast, and I were inspired to create this team to provide children with disabilities the opportunity to experience the joy and benefits of gymnastics. Our family has been actively involved with the Special Olympics for many years. My younger daughter, Zara, who happens to have been born with Prader-Willi Syndrome, has been a Special Olympics athlete since age 8, both in swimming and track & field. She really enjoyed gymnastics classes as a young child, but when she got older, there were no opportunities for her to continue to participate in this sport, which is so helpful to develop strength, coordination, flexibility and balance. The owners at Exxcel Gymnastics graciously allowed us to start this program there. We are grateful to them, as well as to the Exxcel gymnasts and others volunteers who help coach our wonderful athletes. The highlight of our season is competing at the Special Olympics Summer Games of Massachusetts. Our goals in creating this team are to: Foster the physical, mental and social wellbeing of individuals with intellectual disabilities through sport Provide them an opportunity to develop physical fitness, have fun, develop meaningful social connections, build confidence and demonstrate courage through gymnastics training and competition Promote inclusivity by providing volunteers the opportunity to connect with individuals with disabilities The Special Olympics organization has a long and storied history, the beginnings of which started in Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s backyard in the early 1960s as a summer camp for children with intellectual disabilities. It has since grown to become an international movement that brings together people with and without intellectual disabilities through the transformative power of sports and play. It includes Unified sports programs in which individuals with and without intellectual disabilities compete in various sports on the same team. The Special Olympics supports over 4 million athletes, volunteers and coaches throughout the world, culminating in the World Winter and Summer Games. Its reach goes beyond sports, however. Some of their other programs include: Health and wellness programs, such as medical and vision screenings Leadership programs for both those with and without disabilities Advocacy work to promote an inclusive world Refugee programs The Special Olympics organization strives to drive social change to combat discrimination against those with intellectual disabilities and to enable their full participation in society. Thank you for visiting our fundraising page and thank you so much for your donation!

To celebrate NCAA Division III Week and the partnership with the Special Olympics, the Marywood University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) will be raising funds for the Special Olympics!

It's Greek Week 2023! We are raising money for Special Olympics Pennsylvania.

Tell your story here. Why did you choose to raise money for the Special Olympics? What is the special occasion for which you are raising money - birthday, bar or bat mitzvah, wedding, anniversary, etc? What made you decide on the Special Olympics as the beneficiary? 3rd annual Cars on Main in Kenly to be held on June 10, 2023 presented by the Kenly Area Chamber of Commerce

Hello everybody! My name is Marc, I was born and raised in Cologne, Germany and am very thrilled to announce that this summer, I will embark on the most ambitious athletic endeavor of my life. I will ride down by bicycle the whole 3900 km/2400 miles of Route 66, from the shores of Lake Michigan in Chicago to the Pacific Coast in Los Angeles. My journey will take me through the green forests and pastures of the Midwest, the unsparing deserts of the Southwest and all the vibrant, culturally enriched cities along the way. I am dedicating my athletic efforts to Special Olympics, a highly respected non-profit organization that empowers people with Intellectual Disabilities through the transformative power and joy of sport. It is active all around the globe, offering opportunities to more than three million athletes on six continents. The donations are used by Special Olympics to finance sport activities for those that are not able to be included or are even actively excluded from regular sport programs. While athletic activities for non-disabled people have a strong stance in society and are available at almost every corner, special needs based sport programs are heavily underrepresented and underfunded. For people with Intellectual Disabilities, sport is a privilege that only few are lucky enough to enjoy, even if it has major therapeutic value. Special Olympics’ programs are the only possibility for many of its athletes to participate in athletic activity and experience the joys and benefits of sports. Specifically, your donation would be used for even more than inclusive sport programs. Special Olympics also provides large-scale health screenings in areas in which people with disabilities have restricted access to healthcare and educates coaches on special needs training in an effort to encourage inclusion beyond its own projects. I therefore sincerely invite you to support Special Olympics’ mission by donating whatever amount you deem appropriate. No matter how seemingly small your contribution might be, it is through a collective effort that we will be able to support equity, inclusion, and equal access to challenge and opportunity. No matter if you choose to make a donation, spread the word about my cause or are simply cheering me on along on my journey, I am very much thankful for any kind of support. Let’s embark on this journey together and let’s make it one worth remembering! If you are interested in following me along on my journey, you can do so on TikTok and Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@marcsdigitaldiary?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc https://www.instagram.com/marcsdigitaldiary/

I learned about the Special Olympics when I was in first grade, the same year I began my taekwondo journey. I want to help all kids, regardless of ability or disability, to gain the same love of sports that I have. This summer I will be testing for my First Degree Black Belt and part of that involves a service project. I’ve chosen to raise money for the Special Olympics to help other kids fall in love with sports just like I have. I will collecting donation until June 15. Please consider supporting my service project to help this great organization!

Serve for Disability Pride! This is a Volleyball Tournament organized in order to raise money for the Special Olympics. Either donate in cash and we will donate it to the organization or be one of the first 16 teams to sign up for this exciting tournament. Price is $10 a person and 6 people per tea. Disclaimer: There MUST be 6 people on the team.

As someone who has been actively involved through the Special Olympics and has enjoyed every experience with the organization, I am passionate to be raising money to support the cause. Making the world a more inclusive place is incredibly important to me, and by gathering donations I would love to support the many amazing athletic communities that the Special Olympics fosters for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Your donations are essential to the success of the Special Olympics, and are what allows each athlete to shine!

Good afternoon, My company is doing a one day golf tournament. We have about 5 - 6 teams of four currently planning on playing. We wanted to create an opportunity on each of the 9 holes to do some sort of charity fundraiser. I've personally been involved with the Special Olympics and absolutely love this organization. I'd love to be able to donate all of our proceeds to the Special Olympics that we collect. Please let me know how I'm able to go about this. Our event is Sunday 8/6. Thank you!

Tell your story here. Why did you choose to raise money for the Special Olympics? What is the special occasion for which you are raising money - birthday, bar or bat mitzvah, wedding, anniversary, etc? What made you decide on the Special Olympics as the beneficiary? Be as specific and compelling as possible.