Special Olympics Florida

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

Building Unified and Inclusive Communities

Celebrating a community where everyone has the lifelong opportunity to develop physically, socially, and emotionally through sports, wellness and leadership training.

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

79,004

Volunteers

36,742

Athletes

58,461

Competitions

236

Number of lives changed?  Every one of them!

Features

Drive Awareness to 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!

Join the Inclusion Revolution

It's a celebration that culminates with a series of race events across Florida via running, swimming, golfing, or paddling. The time is now to help us build a world of inclusion and acceptance.

Learn more about your local program!

 

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News, updates and stories!

State Tennis Championships and Pickleball Invitational

We had two amazing days of competition at the 2023 State Tennis Championships and Pickleball Invitational last, with some 200 athletes turning out to show off their skills.

Torch Run Makes its Way to Lake County

The Law Enforcement Torch Run season is in full swing, and this week, runners came out to our headquarters in Clermont for the Lake County leg.

2023 Sunshine Bowl

This year’s event drew more than 30 teams in the flag football tournament, nearly 100 participants at our cheer clinic, and 150 players at the Jack in the Club evening event.  We are so grateful to everyone who made it possible!

21st annual Special Olympics Florida Golf Classic


We are incredibly grateful to the more than 300 golfers who took on the course at ChampionsGate Golf Club in Central Florida.

Pasco Athlete Runs Boston Marathon

Marlynne Stutzman ran the world-famous Boston Marathon. Her story was featured on FOX13 Tampa Bay.

Champion Volunteers Honored at Area 7 Games

These award winners truly embody the mission of Special Olympics Florida.  They are champions of inclusion, they understand the power of sports, and they have committed themselves to building a better world for people with intellectual disabilities.