We applaud the thousands of dedicated volunteers who give their time to support our mission. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our athletes. Volunteer opportunities are available year round. Get involved today!
It takes all of us – athletes, volunteers, families, sponsors, coaches, and the general public – to create a world where people with intellectual disabilities are treated with respect and dignity and given the opportunities that all people deserve.
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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.
More than 300 law enforcement agencies are carrying the torch on a 1,500-mile trip through 67 counties starting March 9. 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.
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.
Grab a delicious Jersey Mike’s sub before the end of March, and donate to Special Olympics Florida either in-restaurant or on the app. Your gift will support athletes like Laura Wuerker, who’ll be competing in golf at the upcoming Special Olympics USA Games this summer.
Grab a delicious Jersey Mike’s sub this month, and donate to Special Olympics Florida either in-restaurant or on the app. Your gift will support athletes like Hudson Adams-Farley, who’ll be competing in volleyball at the upcoming Special Olympics USA Games this summer.
Special Olympics Florida hosted a celebratory event at Inter&Co Stadium to mark 100 days until the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
In honor of World Down Syndrome Day, we’re highlighting one of our amazing Athlete Leaders -- Meghan Mellentine from Lee County.
Our new monthly webinar series has been created to bring Special Olympics families together. These virtual gatherings focus on meaningful connection—linking families to valuable information, practical resources, and, most importantly, to one another.
