Hi everyone we all know the challenges and struggles we as a world and community are going through.please everyone stay safe and cherish the time you get to spend with your loved ones. Here at SBG FITNETICS we feel blessed to be able to have a platform to help people in need. As you know we are all about fitness and sports so we want to create a fundraiser for the amazing people here at the special olympics who unfortunately won’t be able to play and sports. Please join us in raising funds for these awesome athletes.

Through the power of sports, people with intellectual disabilities discover new strengths and abilities, skills and success. These athletes inspire people in their communities and elsewhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential. Help us, help them!

Charity Fundraiser in Memory of Thomas Michel My nephew Thomas loved participating in the Special Olympics and tomorrow would have been his 41st birthday. So in his memory I will be doing a charity stream tomorrow 6/20 from 10 AM - 4 PM over at https://mixer.com/themaestro317 All proceeds will be donated to The Special Olympics at the end of the stream.

"Community Sundays" continue in August! We are coming together during the pandemic to dance while helping causes important to our community! In the month of August we will dance to support the good work of the Special Olympics. Genevieve and guest host Andrea both work in pediatrics and take a particular interest in this cause and their mission to foster acceptance and inclusion of ALL people. Please consider joining us for Community Sundays in August and making a contribution to the Special Olympics. Thank you and we hope to see you soon!

Salo Aizenberg & Downtown Investment Advisory support the Special Olympics

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.

Happy Birthday, Jeffrey Allen Loomis! I never met him, but his life has influenced mine in so many ways. Three years before I was born, my brother, Jeffrey Allen Loomis, came into this world. From all accounts, he was a sweet little angel, and he was loved to the moon and back. Jeffrey had Downs Syndrome, and he had a heart condition that kept him in and out of the hospital. He ultimately succumbed to complications from pneumonia while my parents lived overseas when he was not yet two years old. His life, his memory, have always been part of my life, shaping the love between my parents and me, who taught me to celebrate every accomplishment, because no matter how big or small they are, every one of them is important. I am certain that Jeffrey felt that same kind of love, that same kind of encouragement with each of his accomplishments, even in his short number of months here with my parents. This year, Jeffrey would have turned 50 on December 7, 2020. In his honor, I plan to do what I love the most… walk. I walk for everything I believe in and this year, I walk for Jeffrey. His spirit lives on in my own Jeffrey Alen McKnight, who at 17 is full of life with an undying love of sports. My mom has said that my Jeffrey has all of the gifts that her Jeffrey missed out on… and that his big smile, kind heart, and love of life is exactly that of her Jeffrey! He couldn’t have had a better namesake. Last spring, Jeffrey had the opportunity to work with students at his school who participate in the Special Olympics and loved the teamwork and utter happiness on the faces of each of the athletes. And I couldn’t have been more proud to see him out there with these incredible kids. It was one of my favorite athletic events of the year! I am certain that my brother would have been a fierce competitor out there. It is in his blood! Join me this month of December, Jeffrey Allen’s birth month, to walk, run, or bike a short 1.9 miles (or more, if you choose). Each tenth of a mile represents each month of his short life, a life that left an imprint on the hearts of many. And if you choose, please consider a donation to the Special Olympics in his name. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate a 50th birthday… get out there, enjoy the fresh air that we all need right now, and walk! And humming a little Happy Birthday under your breath would be okay, too! Love, Kim Loomis McKnight

Hi there! My name is Maike Schwarz, and I love taking pictures in my free time. I also have an older sister named Svenja, who was born prematurely and is therefore mentally disabled, but physically very able. This Christmas card project is where these two worlds meet: a photo card with a message. Special Olympics (the world’s largest sports organization for anyone with intellectual and physical disabilities) has been the light of our lives for quite some time. Svenja has been gifted natural talent, mixed with her hard work, for sports. Last year, she made it to the Germany Track & Field team and went to the World Special Olympics Games in Abu Dhabi, where she won two gold medals. As you can imagine, this was the most amazing experience for her and our family, and for every other athlete at this event. This year has been a difficult and confusing time for many of us. Through it all, I’ve seen my sister and many other disabled individuals struggle in their own way, and for Svenja it was difficult to stop going to her sport events, which used to give her structure, meaning, emotional release and happiness. Special Olympics had to cancel most of their events, which is why I decided to try and support them from how I can: through photos. I’ve dedicated some time to take these Christmas pictures / cards and asked the households for a small donation to SO in return. If you would like to contribute to this as well, please follow the fundraiser link / QR code below. However, please know that the biggest gift is spreading awareness and having an even bigger fan base!! Thank you for reading this, and hopefully for spreading the word about the Special Olympic impact!

The Imperial Outlanders: Emerald Empire Detachment sadly cannot attend a polar plunge this year due to social distancing, but that doesn't mean we're not going to experience the temperatures of Hoth! Our squad is putting together an ice bucket challenge to raise money for the Special Olympics of New York, an organization that has inspired and assisted people with different intellectual needs and creates empowerment through physical activity and sports. HOW IT WORKS: Within 24 hours of being challenged, participants have to record a video of themselves in continuous footage. First, they are to announce their acceptance of the challenge, followed by pouring ice into a bucket of water. Then, the bucket is to be lifted and poured over the participant's head. Then the participant can nominate a minimum of three other people to participate in the challenge. You may donate any amount of money at any time, of course. Donation Suggestions: Nominated by another IO member: $3 if you ice yourself within 24 hours of nomination $23 if you do not ice yourself within 24 hours of nomination Nominating yourself: $3 for yourself and $3 for each person you nominate to ice themselves within 24 hours of nomination. They will then need to follow the protocol above. Repeat Nominees: You may repeat the challenge as many times as you are nominated with the addition of a contribution as it states above. However, since you have already donated once, it is fair to forego donating again. If you wish, hold up a piece of paper during another video with the number of challenges you've been nominated for, share the challenge on your social media page, then nominate four more people to participate.

If you enjoyed this trivia game event, then it would be wonderful if you could donate as much money as you can to the Special Olympics Foundation, it would be much appreciated and would be put towards helping get more kids off the sidelines and into the ground of play! Thank you, Special Olympics Club Needham

Palmetto State School Counselor Association 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 my 34th birthday , I am asking for donations to my favorite charity! The feeling of helping children makes my heart full ♥️ Thanks in advance Heather Shendell

Wisconsin Business Professionals of America (BPA) is again supporting Special Olympics during the 2023-2024 year and also during the 2024 Wisconsin Spring Leadership Conference and as we celebrate CTE month during February 2024. WI BPA strongly supports the goals of Special Olympics and their work in building communities of acceptance and inclusion for all people. Please visit Wisconsin BPA https://bpa.org/wisconsin/ to learn more about the WI Career & Technical Student Organization of BPA. We hope you can help us in supporting Special Olympics. #WIBPA #WIBPACARES Together We Can Be The Change We Want To See In The World.....

Danielle, our friend and classmate, loved running and Special Olympics. Lets honor her love for life and passion for these two particular things with a fun run and some fundraising!

This fundraiser honors Dana Hackett, 1959-2021. Wonderful friend, sweet sister, beer-guzzling belly-laugher and special olympian. Dana, your friends and family in Santa Cruz love you, remember you and do our best to deserve you.

May is pseudo-National Runners month; every year, I do a " May we run" challenge and try to beat my miles totals from the last year. Something that inspires me to stay active is the incredible athletes that participate in the Special Olympics. So I'm challenging myself to donate 2$ for every mile I run in May through June 2nd, which is National runners day. Feel free to join the challenge, or donate to the cause or develop a challenge that best suits your interests. It could be "May we cook," "May we read," May we write" I challenge you to get inspired this month!

My 2021 Birthday Gift Wish Is To Raise Money For The Special Olympics! Hello all, It’s almost that time of the year again. Yep, my birthday is fast approaching! Each year, i select a charity or two to support in lieu of receiving gifts for my birthday. This year, I am continuing the tradition. I have chosen The Special Olympics as my bday charity to honor a very kind & gentle soul, Brent Applewhite (Resting In Heaven). He participated in the Special Olympics and was a fierce competitor! Brent had a “Can do” mindset & lived his life as a normal kid with special “superpowers”, on his terms. He enjoyed bowling, swimming, family/friends & challenged EVERYONE to a game of UNO (you’d better bring your A game or he’d own you LOL). So family & friends, My birthday wish this year is to raise money to support The Special Olympics participants in honor of a late, great Special Olympian…Brent Applewhite. We love & miss you Brent. There’s no better gift that you can give me than to warm my heart by helping me help those in need. —Palapala— Written parental permission to use the name/photo of Brent Applewhite received. Photo cred: Julinda Watkins

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.

While hiking the 500-mile Colorado Trail, I'm hiking to raise awareness and funds to support Special Olympics. These athletes are such an inspiration with their courage, dedication, and heart as they overcome their individual disabilities to rise up to the challenge to be better athletes while strengthening bonds with their communities. The goal is to raise $500, which is $1 for every mile of the Colorado Trail. Together, we can all be stronger athletes with the proper training and motivation!

On June 28, 2021, Mutinta Nkatiko tragically passed away from COVID. Mutinta was a joy to be around and radiated love. While we celebrate her life, we also want to celebrate the things that meant so much to her. Mutinta loved the Special Olympics and was such a proud athlete. She would excitedly tell us about all the activities she participated in and how great her coaches were. This fundraiser is to help other Special Olympians achieve their dreams and honor Mutinta's legacy.

Special Olympics is a special organization that values the importance of leadership, physical fitness, and competition.

Special Olympics is an excellent organization that values the importance of leadership, teamwork, physical fitness, and competition. At CSC, we work to build a brighter tomorrow through our five core competencies: Service, Teamwork, Tenacity, Genuine, and Agility. ....

Welcome to my 2021 birthday fundraising event! This year I have chosen to raise money for the Special Olympics organization. I have been so blessed to be able to coach athletes all the way to the State Level of the Special Olympics and have witnessed the incomparable community that the Special Olympics offer to differently-abled athletes. Help me continue to make the Special Olympics, and all the benefits they offer, available to every athlete!

Growing up with a special needs sibling, I have witnessed first hand, the difference Special Olympics made in his life, and nothing makes me happier than raising money for their good cause via this race! Tough Mudder is an endurance style obstacle course race in which participants attempt to finish a 10 mile track containing 20 obstacles. Obstacles like Arctic Enema (swimming through Icy, freezing water for a short distance), or Electroshock Therapy (walking through 1000 hanging wires zapping 10,000V: a personal non-favorite) that test mental as well as physical strength.

We proudly support the Special Olympics!

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.

Be apart of a friendly competition for an EXTRAORDINARY organization. JA Softball is partnering with Jackson Prep Softball to support the Special Olympics Mississippi. JA and Prep will honor Special Olympics Mississippi 11/3 @ Prep. Come out for the game to show your support! Help us exceed our goal and cheer us on as we take on Prep! Click and Give! Every day Special Olympics Mississippi empowers athletes to shatter stereotypes and exceed their personal bests on the playing field and in life. But for every Special Olympics champion, there is another who is waiting for a chance to win. Please donate and help us get one more athlete onto the playing field. Thank you for your support! Logan Rohman

Fordham Univerisity's Special Olympics will be hosting a fundraiser at Last Call in the Bronx. 20% of the profits will be donated to Special Olympics.

The Lions of Florida, The Bahamas, Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao strongly support the Special Olympics and are excited that the North American games will be held here in Florida in 2022. We would like to celebrate our local athletes by raising money for them to compete. Please be generous in helping us with this worthwhile cause.

Noah has a brother, Matt, and two cousins, Adam and Trevor, all with special needs. They have all participated in Special Olympics, and it was a big part of family life for Noah when he was younger.