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The first year I went to the Special Olympics summer games, we had a team victory dance party after the events — but I didn’t join in. I was embarrassed and I felt shy. 

But my team welcomed and encouraged me, and pretty soon I was really busting a move! It felt so great to feel seen and supported. And now, I LOVE to dance and help get other athletes hyped and energized! 

Special Olympics brings me so much JOY and HAPPINESS. And I want every single person with intellectual disabilities (ID) to have the chance to experience that same joy — the feeling of belonging, being included, and excelling in sports and life.

I’m inviting you to make a gift to Special Olympics — which will be MATCHED — to help athletes like me have the opportunity to branch out and experience something life-changing and new. Donate now >>



Everyone who helps out with Special Olympics, whether they are sharing their time or their money or even their love, helps give athletes like me a space to be celebrated just for being ourselves — and sometimes it's the first time we’ve felt that way.

Donate for the very first time today, and you’ll be helping show the world that those of us with intellectual disabilities (ID) can be athletes, heroes, inspirations, and dancers. Support Special Olympics athletes with your gift of $25​, $50, or even $75 today – and your generous gift will go twice as far. 

Thank you for giving me and all Special Olympics athletes the space and opportunity to dance.

Your friend,

Alex Hannah
Special Olympics Tennessee