July is Disability Pride Month
We celebrate the strength and achievements of people with all types of disabilities, while promoting inclusion and equality for everyone.
Special Olympics Florida
More than 500 athletes and Unified partners competed in 19 sports at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games!
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
88,960
Volunteers
45,225
Athletes
70,870
Competitions
213
Number of lives changed? Every one of them!
Features
Join the Inclusion Revolution
It's a celebration that culminates with a series of race events across Florida via running, swimming, or golfing. The time is now to help us build a world of inclusion and acceptance.
Support Our Mission
Special Olympics Florida's specialty license plate is a great way to show your support and be part of the inclusion revolution.
Need assistance in receiving a sports physical?
For current or prospective Special Olympics Florida athletes, who are in need of assistance in obtaining a sports physical — a requirement for participation in our program — we can help!
Learn more about your local program!
Stay In Touch
News, updates and stories!
Major League Soccer Unified All-Star Game
MLS collaborates with Special Olympics organizations across the country to promote inclusion and form Unified teams. Our Florida partners are Inter Miami CF and Orlando City Soccer.
Hearing Clearly Again
With the help of Special Olympics Florida, Monroe County athlete Jennifer Averette will be receiving new, state-of-the-art hearing aids.
DentaQuest Brightens Smiles at State Summer Games
We are incredibly grateful to the dozens of dental volunteers who take such great care of our athletes. DentaQuest, a statewide Supporting Sponsor, provided hygienists and dentists at Special Smiles screenings.
Publix Bowl-A-Thon Strikes it Big
From April through June, thousands of Publix associates take part in more than 50 bowling events to support our athletes.
Race for Inclusion Speaker Series Tackles Healthcare Challenges
Special Olympics Florida and Orlando Health hosted the first in a series of panel discussions focusing on the needs of people with intellectual disabilities.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month
The observance commemorates the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act – the landmark legislation that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, and access to services. We look forward to highlighting stories of some of our remarkable athletes during the month of July