Special Olympics Florida

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

Racing For Inclusion

Every step, every mile, and every swing matters. The Race for Inclusion is your chance to show our athletes that you stand with them -- that you want to help them lead happier, healthier, and more satisfying lives. Early bird registration starts now.

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

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.

#LightTheTorch

Your support helps Special Olympics athletes and helps you save on your favorite P&G brands while shopping at Publix during our annual campaign. Simply make a donation at the register during check out at your local Publix store.

Be A Champion

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.

Learn more about your local program!

 

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News, updates and stories!

Jabil Highlighted as Sponsor of Unified Sports in West Coast Region

This partnership highlights Jabil’s continued dedication and commitment to fostering inclusion, both on the field and in the workplace.

Florida Athletes Power U.S. Team to Win in Iceland

Congratulations to John David Haywood and C.J. Panatieri, who won individual medals and helped lead the United States Team to a first-place victory at the 2024 World Open Powerlifting Championships in Iceland.

Florida Media Taking Notice

We are so grateful to Florida news outlets for putting the spotlight on our volunteers, athletes, and mission.

A Huge Thanks to BJ’s Wholesale Club

We are incredibly grateful to be selected as one of BJ’s Wholesale Club's "40 for 40" recipients in celebration of its 40th anniversary. 

2024 State Fall Classic

More than 1,000 athletes and Unified partners from across the state came to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex to compete in six different sports.

Sallarulo’s Race for Champions Draws Nearly 700 Participants

The 5K run/walk, founded by Paul Sallarulo, celebrated its 19th year of supporting our athletes.