Special Olympics Florida

More than 500 athletes and Unified partners competed in 19 sports at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games!

April is National Volunteer Month

Volunteers power everything behind our mission. They share their talents and dedicate themselves to helping our athletes lead richer, fuller lives. If you are not yet part of our volunteer family, there is a spot that is just right for you.

Athletes

Athletes are the heart of our movement. We offer year-round sports training and competition for all abilities and at no cost to the athlete or their families!

Making a difference in Florida

It takes all of us to create a world of inclusion — athletes, volunteers, families, sponsors, coaches, the general public — who are willing to open our minds and hearts and provide new opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities.

Participation

96,341

Volunteers

51,003

Athletes

76,976

Competitions

176

Number of lives changed?  Every one of them!

Features

Guardians of the Flame

Starting in March, more than 300 law enforcement agencies will be carrying the torch on a 1,500-mile trip through 67 counties. 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.

Make A Difference

Coaches are superstars who help our athletes learn, grow and improve. Help us build our next generation of volunteer coaches. We'd love to add you to our roster.

Calling All Champions

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.

Learn more about your local program!

 

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News, updates and stories!

Savor the Bay and Sunshine Bowl

The two-day celebration of food and football took place earlier this month at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.

Volunteer Spotlight: Suellen Carvalho

Throughout the month, we are recognizing the remarkable volunteers who work with us every day to help Special Olympics Florida athletes lead happier, healthier lives.

Special Olympics Florida on YouTube

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

Volunteer Spotlight: Didi Vore

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

Volunteer Spotlight: Joshua Payne

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


Making a Splash at the Polar Plunge

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