Special Olympics Florida triathlete Ryan Aytona crossed the finish line of one of the world's most challenging endurance events.

Special Olympics Florida athlete Cesar Aponte’s story is currently featured on the Special Olympics USA website.

We are proud to celebrate 13 Florida schools that have earned national recognition for their commitment to fostering school environments where students of all abilities can learn and compete together.  

October 6 is National Coaches Day, so we’re celebrating the people who make our work possible: our coaches!

We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Leadership Award Winners. These extraordinary individuals, families, and organizations embody the true spirit of dedication, leadership, and joy. 

Special Olympics Florida celebrated two outstanding members of its community at the 2026 Champions Gala, honoring Athlete Tori Bilyk-Seguine and Coach David Hawk.

High school junior Charley Ross has founded a student-led club at her school to promote inclusive spaces and foster connections with people with intellectual disabilities.

Special Olympics Florida athlete and musical prodigy Ethan Olaes recently took the stage to perform at the Miss America pageant in West Palm Beach’s Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts and Convention Center, showcasing his extraordinary talent.

Central Region athlete Shawn Squires recently received critical medical care thanks to a recommendation from Healthy Athletes.

School is back in session, and we are thrilled to celebrate our Unified Champion Schools program. With more than 500 participating schools statewide, this initiative is transforming campuses by bringing together students of all abilities. 

If you're not sure where to start when planning your will, that's okay! The Special Olympics Florida Foundation is sharing news with you from Special Olympics about free resources from their partners at Giving Docs that will help families plan with confidence, and protect the people and causes you care about most.

On July 31, Dutch Bros and its 35 locations across Florida are coming together for a give-back campaign supporting our mission.  They will donate $1 from every single drink sold to Special Olympics Florida. 

Our athletes delivered on the playing field and off, representing the very best of the Special Olympics spirit. Across 16 different sports, their performances were record-breaking, and their dedication to their teammates was inspiring. 

Athletes competed at the 5th Special Olympics European Open Triathlon Competition, held in Šamorín, Slovakia, bringing together athletes from around the world to compete in swimming, cycling, and running while celebrating determination, sportsmanship, and inclusion.

Special Olympics Florida is grateful for the generous support of Laceeze, whose innovative shoe bands helped Team Florida athletes compete with confidence at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.

The Special Olympics Florida community is heartbroken by the passing of Publix Community Relations Manager Brian West.

Special Olympics Florida athletes received an enthusiastic send-off from Orlando International Airport as they departed on June 19, for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota.

About 200 athletes, Unified partners, coaches, and staff representing Special Olympics Florida were cheered on at Orlando International Airport as they departed for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Representing all 50 states, nearly 3,000 athletes supported by 1,500 coaches will compete across 16 Olympic-type team and individual sports.  Tune in to watch all the excitement and cheer on Team Florida!

You can keep up with all the action of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games and follow Team Florida by downloading the “Champions App.”

The 2026 State Summer Games generated plenty of media interest around the state, with news outlets featuring our athletes in print, online, and in their local TV news coverage. 

It’s graduation season and Special Olympics Florida is celebrating athletes who are reaching major milestones through college programs, career training, and other education opportunities. 

Special Olympics Florida and the Special Olympics Florida Foundation are excited to share the news that Florida House Bill 453 has officially become law — creating new opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities across the state.

Two Special Olympics Florida leaders have been named finalists for the 2026 SPORTYS, highlighting their impact on Central Florida’s sports community. Lori Newcomb and BJ Mealy were among 65 finalists announced by the Greater Orlando Sports Commission for its annual awards program recognizing excellence across the industry.

In honor of National Volunteer Month, we want to thank the more than 55,000 volunteers who bring our mission to life. Without their support, our work simply would not be possible. Today, we turn our spotlight on Felicia Marable-Williams from Osceola County.

As we continue celebrating National Volunteer Month, today we recognize Special Olympics Florida coach Valerie Lundin of Pasco County. 

April is National Volunteer Month, so we wanted to shout out a few of the incredible volunteers who work to create unforgettable moments for our athletes across the state. Today, we recognize the Nunez family from the South Region.

A huge thanks to Baptist Health and the Miami Host Committee for FIFA World Cup 2026 for coming together to support the athletes of Special Olympics Florida.

To celebrate National Volunteer Month, we are turning the spotlight on some of the amazing volunteers who have committed themselves to helping our athletes reach their full potential. Today, we highlight Phyllis Crain from our West Coast Region.

Our volunteers are the backbone of our organization. They make our work possible, and they are our athletes’ biggest fans.  Happy National Volunteer Month!