Hi there – I’m so happy to reach out to you before the end of the year. 

I’m Maureen McCormick, and you may know me from Dancing with the Stars, The Brady Bunch, HGTV, or a hundred other things! One of my favorite roles I’ve ever had is as a Special Olympics Global Ambassador and being part of this beautiful, worldwide, and truly joyful inclusion movement. 

Special Olympics and their Founding Partner, The Coca-Cola Company, are offering an exclusive 3X matching gift offer right now. Will you consider making a donation that goes three times as far for athletes with intellectual disabilities (ID) who are eager to train, compete, and become champions? Show that you’re all in for athletes!

I’ve been part of a proud and active Special Olympics family since I was a kid. My brother Denny, who has an ID, found a place to belong and gain confidence when he joined all those years ago. (You can see us together in the photos above!)

Today, Denny continues to bring immeasurable joy and his true authentic self to his community and family. I couldn’t be more grateful for Special Olympics as his sister, his caregiver, and his best friend. ❤️

I’m asking today for you to support Special Olympics to make more stories like Denny’s possible. The truth is that far, far too many people with ID still don’t have the communities, relationships, and support they need to reach their potential. Through the rigor and comradery of sports and competition, Special Olympics athletes discover how far they can go and how much love they are due. 

In a couple of days, 2025 will be here, and I’m personally ALL IN to make sure more people with ID can access the magic and belonging of Special Olympics next year. How about you? Donate today to get your 3X Match that will TRIPLE the power of your generous gift and help more athletes join Team Special Olympics! 

👆Here I am with Special Olympics Chief Inspiration Officer and legendary athlete Loretta Claiborne. Meeting, supporting, and having fun with SO many courageous and exemplary Special Olympics athletes has been an honor of my life.

Please join me in making more athletes' dreams come true in 2025!

Thank you for all you do for Special Olympics. And Happy New Year!

Maureen McCormick
Special Olympics Global Ambassador