Fundraising Events and Promotions 

Every year, Special Olympics Florida holds several major specialty fundraising events as well as ongoing fundraising programs, that help support your local Special Olympics programs. Check out other cool ways for you to raise some money, help out Special Olympics, and have a lot of FUN!

Special Olympics Florida License Plates

We need your help urgently!

In late 2009, the state of Florida more than doubled the fee for specialty plates, making the cost prohibitive and dropping sales of specialty license plates 67 percent. This is costing millions of dollars in losses to the non-profit organizations that benefit from specialty plates, including Special Olympics Florida!

Donations from Florida's 113 specialty plates fund an array of important programs: the plates are more than a show of support, they are a substantial form of funding for good works.

Click here to contact your Florida house and senate legislators and let them know that you support the repeal of the additional fees for the specialty license plates.

Organizations with specialty plates in Florida must have a minimum of 1,000 new plates sold annually in order to remain a part of the specialty plate program. Our 2010 plate sales to date are very low and if you or someone you know has ever contemplated getting a Special Olympics Florida license plate, this would be the time to do so!

As one of the very first specialty plates approved in Florida, it would be a shame to see this great revenue and awareness-raising opportunity disappear. AND our specialty plate fee is the lowest of any specialty plate at only $15 (minus State of FL fees)! Your extra $15 will benefit the local Special Olympics program in the county where you purchase your plate - not many other specialty plates programs can say that!

Since its offering in 1994, Special Olympics Florida's specialty license plate has raised over $1 million dollars to benefit Florida's children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Thousands of plates have been issued to supporters across the State. Ordering a plate can be done when you renew your registration at your local tax collector's office. Specialty tags cost a set fee ($15 - minus State of FL fees) annually above the standard Florida tag. The additional funds go to support Special Olympics Florida.  

Give a truly "moving" gift! The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Department has authorized the issuance of specialty license plate gift certificates. This program allows anyone to purchase a specialty license plate as a gift for a motor vehicle registrant.

This gift certificate program works much like any gift certificate. Upon payment of the statutorily authorized annual use fee, a gift certificate may now be purchased at an authorized motor vehicle office (e.g., state motor vehicle office, local tax collector office, or licensed tag agent) for any of the 104 specialty license plates currently available in Florida.

At the time of purchase, a receipt will be provided and a credit will be issued in the name of the gift recipient, which can then be redeemed by the recipient at the time the specialty license plate is purchased. You do not have to purchase and redeem the certificate at the same office. The gift certificate is not required to be presented to redeem the credit, just proper identification (i.e. Florida driver’s license or ID card). Once a gift certificate is purchased, the money is given to the sponsoring plate entity as specified by Florida Statutes. Therefore, refunds are not available for gift certificates.

A specialty license plates is a unique gift, and a great way to support Special Olympics Florida. Please remember that in Florida, most registrations are renewed on the birth date of the registrant, so these gift certificates can also be a great birthday gift.

 

Vehicle Donation Program

If you have a vehicle that you would like to donate to Special Olympics Florida, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , at 1-800-322-HERO x505 or 407-402-8600.  All you need to have is your vehicle, the keys, and a clear title of ownership, and we will handle the transfer fees, insurance, car pick-up, and auction expenses. 

 

 

 

Help Special Olympics FL by Vacationing!

Exchange International and its members support Special Olympics Florida through  generous donations of vacation weeks. Donated accommodations help raise funds at special events, auction and raffles around the state.

As a  year-round sponsor, Special Olympics Florida is proud to work directly with Exchange International to raise funds that allow our athletes  opportunities to reach their personal best. Exchange International features a one-of-a-kind exchange forum, an on-line resort auction and a donation program providing members a cost effective and efficient alternative to their property usage.

View our inventory of available vacation weeks now!

Visit www.exchangeinternational.com

 

 

Open A Free Special Olympics MyAccess Checking Account with Bank of America

You will get checks, debit cards, and statements with the Special Olympics logo printed on them, free of a monthly maintenace fee with no direct deposit or minimum balance requirement (special online only offer), and free Online Banking service with free Bill Pay.  So go ahead, show your support – from inside your wallet and out.

 

 

Community Health Charities Helps You Give Where You Work!

We are proud to have Community Health Charities represent us in workplace giving campaigns throughout Florida. Through payroll deduction at your workplace, you can designate Special Olympics Florida as your charity of choice.

Even if your employer provides a list of preferred charities and you don't see our name on it, you can do a manual "write-in" to ensure your donation goes to your selected charity.

Learn More About our Partnership with Community Health Charities, or contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , Special Olympics Florida, (352)243-9536 x511.

 

Use Points to Help Our Cause 

Did you know, you can redeem Membership Rewards® points from American Express for a donation?  Help us at Special Olympics Florida reach our goal of 1,000,000 points. For every 1,000 points you redeem, we will receive a $10.00 donation.  Redeem your points or dontate today!

 

 

Insurance Offer for You!

We all have to have insurance. So why not have it benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Florida?!

Special Olympics Florida and Rob Stephenson of Insurance Office of America want to help give you the piece of mind that comes from knowing your personal and business insurance needs will protect your interests and those you love – all while helping Special Olympics!

Offering a wide array of personal and commercial products, from health, property, auto and liability, to commercial business coverages, Rob Stephenson can help find the coverages that suit your unique needs.

And, the best part is that for every referral Rob receives, he and Insurance Office of America will make a donation to Special Olympics Florida! Rob Stephenson himself is a long-time volunteer and supporter of Special Olympics Florida.

In order for the donation to be made, you must work with Rob Stephenson; so give him a call at 407-925-0932 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to discuss your or your company’s insurance needs.

Insurance Office of America is a privately held, full-service insurance agency founded in 1988 and is one of the fastest-growing independent agencies in the U.S. It is Florida’s largest privately-held insurance agency; 9th largest privately-held agency by Insurance Journal-National; ranks 16 on Hales & Company Private Broker/Agencies list and 32nd largest U.S. broker by Business Insurance magazine. IOA was named one of the top three Commercial Insurance Agencies of the year, 2005, by National Underwriter. And locally, IOA receives high marks—the Orlando Business Journal awarded them 41st on the Central Florida’s Golden 100 Ultimate CEO list, 2007; plus recognized them as one of the Best Places to Work, 2007 and 2008. A member of Independent Insurance Agents of America, IOA’s home office is located in Longwood, FL with 23 branch offices reaching eight states from coast to coast. Visit www.ioausa.com

 

DialAmerica Magazines

Do you love to read magazines?   You can help Special Olympics Florida by ordering or renewing your favorite magazines through our partner, DialAmerica. You’ll get BIG discounts and DialAmerica will contribute 12-1/2% of your paid subscription to us.  It’s easy and costs you nothing. Order today.

 

 

 

Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is held each year prior to State Summer Games. The intra-state torch relay lasts the entire month of April and culminates at the Opening Ceremonies of Special Olympics Florida State Summer Games in May.  Officers from around the state join together to bring the Flame of Hopeâ„¢ into the stadium.

Click here for more details regarding this program, and contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  if you have any questions.

 

 

 

Special Olympics Florida Golf Classic
at ChampionsGate Golf Resort

The 11th Annual Special Olympics Florida Golf Classic will be held on April 27-28, 2012 at ChampionsGate Golf Resort -- where golfers compete for awards and prizes, while walking in the footsteps of legends on the Greg Norman signature golf courses.  

Sponsorship/Player Brochure & Registration Form

Thank you to the following Sponsors who are also participating in this annual event:
Anheuser-Busch
Bimbo Bakeries
Chattem
Coca-Cola
ConAgra Foods
E & J Gallo Winery
Flowers Bakery
Frito Lay Inc.
JardenCom
Heineken USA
Kraft Foods
MillerCoors
Mission Foods
Publix
Sargento Foods
Thomas' English Muffins
Tyson Foods, Inc.
Unilever

For more information about this event, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , (352)243-9536, ext 505.

 

ExxonMobil Golf Open at Reunion Golf Resort, Orlando

What better place to develop and build business relationships than the golf course. Two of the finest private courses in the state are at the Reunion Golf Resort.  Join us for the 10th Annual Golf Open and walk in the footsteps of legends on the Tom Watson and Arnold Palmer signature golf courses as you support Special Olympics Florida.  The  tournament will be in September 2012.  For more information, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , (407)402-8600.

 

 

SOFL Golf Classic at Heathrow Golf and Country Club - Lake Mary, FL

The 16th Annual Special Olympics Florida Golf Classic will be held in October 2012 at the beautiful Heathrow Country Club!  Golfers compete for awards and prizes and also receive tee gifts, lunch, on-course beverages, dinner and chances to bid on live and silent auction items.

Visit the official Special Olympics Florida Golf Classic tournament website for full details, registration and sponsorship information, interactive fun and on-line registration at www.soflgolf.org!

 

Wish List Donations

We often need goods donated in order to continue running smoothly.  Please contact us or call us toll-free at 1-800-322-4376 if you can provide any of the following items:

Laptop computers for Area/County Programs
Desktop PCs
Computer Software
Medical Supplies/Services
In-Kind Printing
Office Supplies
Decorations
Paper
Advertising


Want to Learn More?
Watch a short video about the many benefits of Special Olympics and how these fundraising events make Special Olympics a reality for thousands of athletes each year!