The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

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  Special Olympics Healthy Athletes · [email protected]
May 3, 2024 at 2:57 PM

How we’re taking care of our mind 🧘

for Mental Health Awareness Month       Did you know May is Mental Health Awareness Month? Special Olympics champions mental wellness through our Healthy Athletes Strong Minds program. Athletes can discover effective coping strategies and access resources to boost relaxation an…
  Let’s Dance! [Special Olympics] · [email protected]
April 29, 2024 at 4:43 PM

👀 Check out the OFFICIAL playlist! 🎶

Taylor Swift + Aretha Franklin + Queen + many more!       💃 Are you a dancing queen? Today is International Dance Day! We’re celebrating Special Olympics athletes who have ALL the right moves – like Alexea, who you see above and who dances her heart out in both competitive chee…
  Cailey Doran · [email protected]
April 26, 2024 at 12:39 PM

We're sprinting towards the finish line! [progress report]...

Let's reach our goal before the clock strikes midnight       Your chance to transform a life for just $60 >> Quick update on our Spring Training Fund!  We still need your help to hit our goal of 250 gifts by midnight TONIGHT! Your gift of $60 to the Spring Athlete Fund ca…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
April 25, 2024 at 1:40 PM

6️⃣6️⃣ potential athletes are still waiting…

Let’s hit this crucial goal before tomorrow!         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | …
  Spring Training Fund [Special Olympics] · [email protected]
April 24, 2024 at 1:58 PM

40,000 steps in ONE day? Meet Ethan →

Help more athletes like Ethan go for the gold!       Are you hitting 10,000 steps every day? That’s a walk in the park for Ethan, a Special Olympics athlete and certified track STAR. According to Kate, his mom, Ethan can easily wrack up over 40,000 steps a day – that’s about 20…
  Sean Wheeler · [email protected]
April 23, 2024 at 1:49 PM

Can you guess this sport?

Spring training is here       Spring has sprung and training has just begun!  Our athletes are back from hitting the slopes and are ready to jump into the pool. As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, Special Olympics athletes are starting to train to get ready for t…
  Brian Gresham · [email protected]
April 19, 2024 at 2:58 PM

😀 Just a little happy note to make your day 😀

and your weekend         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gift …
  [email protected] · [email protected]
April 18, 2024 at 2:45 PM

It’s National High Five Day

Up top ✋       Here at Special Olympics, we love to celebrate! From scoring the game-winning goal to crushing your final exam, every accomplishment deserves recognition. And it all starts with a high five! Today is National High Five Day, and we want to spread the joy and posit…
  Celebrating Siblings @ Special Olympics · [email protected]
April 10, 2024 at 2:32 PM

The unbreakable bond of family 💗

It’s National Siblings Day       Siblings play a major role in the Special Olympics movement, and there’s no better example than our founder, Eunice Kennedy Shriver. She and her sister, Rosemary, grew up playing sports together. The sisters swam, they sailed, they skied, and t…
  Stefanie Schiavone · [email protected]
April 8, 2024 at 1:49 PM

📢 NEWS: 2X Match Extended!

We’ve got ONE day to get this done:       This just in! We’ve extended our match until MIDNIGHT TONIGHT.  We’re extending our World Health Day match for TODAY ONLY! Why, do you ask? Because we want to make sure Special Olympics athletes in your your community and around the wor…
  Special Olympics | 2X Match · [email protected]
April 7, 2024 at 12:08 PM

💪 2X Match for World Health Day 💪

TODAY ONLY: Every $1 = $2 to support athletes       Hi there, Today is World Health Day, and here at Special Olympics, we have two questions for you: Did you know that people with intellectual disabilities (ID) still face staggering discrimination and obstacles when trying to a…
  Abby Thomas, Special Olympics · [email protected]
April 6, 2024 at 1:18 PM

[EARLY ACCESS] Your gift **doubled**

in honor of World Health Day        📅 Tomorrow is World Health Day! 🌍 We’re starting the celebration NOW with a 2X matching gift offer proudly powered by the Aerie Real Foundation! Help Special Olympics support high-quality, fully inclusive health care for athletes with intelle…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
April 5, 2024 at 4:39 PM

Which one of these health services does Special Olympics offer?

Keeping our athletes happy AND healthy       Hey there –– Did you know Special Olympics is more than a sports organization? We're not just chasing gold medals—we're on a mission to boost the health and happiness of our incredible athletes worldwide! And we have a quick question …
  Team Special Olympics · [email protected]
April 2, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Today is World Autism Awareness Day

We are celebrating our athletes         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gift …
  Patrice Jackson · [email protected]
March 31, 2024 at 2:05 PM

[LAST CHANCE] To meet our goal

Athletes are counting on us to raise $30,000 >>       I just wanted to check in real quick before our end-of-quarter deadline tonight. Special Olympics athletes are capable of breaking records, transcending limitations, and tearing down boundaries: But in order to do this,…
  Status Update @ Special Olympics · [email protected]
March 29, 2024 at 2:26 PM

Calling ALL supporters, including!

Athletes are counting on us to raise $30,000 >>         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Em…
  Spring Athlete Goal | Special Olympics · [email protected]
March 27, 2024 at 2:02 PM

🌺 Spring is here! Get athletes into the game >>

We need your state's supporters to step up!       Spring is in the air! 🌺🏀🌼🎾🌳🧢 In your state and across the country, spring sports like basketball and track are kicking into gear, and spring training is opening up for athletes of all ages, from the pros to the rookies to everyo…
  Celebrating Athletes @ Special Olympics · [email protected]
March 21, 2024 at 1:39 PM

Celebrating Differences: World Down Syndrome Day

You can help transform a life         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gift …
  Megan Wolf · [email protected]
March 20, 2024 at 1:28 PM

Breaking barriers, today and every day

Join us in celebrating World Down Syndrome Day tomorrow!       Tomorrow is World Down Syndrome Day and we’re celebrating early!  Down syndrome is one of the most common types of intellectual disabilities (ID), and today we raise awareness about the condition and advocate for acc…
  Cailey Doran · [email protected]
March 17, 2024 at 1:01 PM

Let’s wish these athletes the best of luck 🍀

All it takes is one click!       Today we’re feeling as lucky as a four-leaf clover. As we celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick's Day, let's join together in spreading joy and support to four incredible Special Olympics athletes. Your encouragement goes a long way and you don’t…
  Brian Gresham · [email protected]
March 15, 2024 at 3:17 PM

😎 Good Vibes Only 😎

Because it’s FEEL GOOD FRIDAY!         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a G…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
March 9, 2024 at 3:13 PM

Last Chance: Double Your Impact

Our International Women’s Day Match has been extended       >> INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2X MATCH EXTENDED << Friend –– Over 124 people stepped up yesterday on International Women’s Day to honor Special Olympics women around the globe. We're overwhelmed by the outpou…
  International Women’s Day @ Special Olym · [email protected]
March 8, 2024 at 9:22 PM

Have you claimed your match?

We love the women of Special Olympics!       Have you claimed your match?  All gifts are DOUBLED today ONLY to support women athletes on International Women’s Day. Make twice the impact, donate now →   Your 2X donation transforms lives.   MATCH…
  Shira Mitchell · [email protected]
March 8, 2024 at 3:42 PM

HUGE news for International Women’s Day >>>

💕 Your gift is DOUBLED – today only❗       Happy International Women’s Day! Today is an AWESOME moment to be on Team Special Olympics for two big reasons: We’re cheering on and standing strong with the millions of extraordinary women athletes with intellectual disabilities (I…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
March 7, 2024 at 2:31 PM

Celebrating the women of Special Olympics

Tomorrow is International Women’s Day         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Mak…
  Jonathan Schillace · [email protected]
March 6, 2024 at 10:14 PM

FWD: Spread the Word

Celebrating 15 years 🎉       Hi there, An inclusive world can be created through individual acts of inclusion: finding and welcoming those who have been left out being a teammate becoming a friend By joining the Spread the Word movement, you will join over 1,000,000 people who…
  Spread the Word (via Special Olympics) · [email protected]
March 6, 2024 at 1:01 PM

Spread the Word

Join us in the fight for inclusion       Today is an exciting day, because we are celebrating 15 years of Spread The Word! It started in 2009, when our movement joined forces with advocates across the country and launched Spread the Word to End the Word, a campaign dedicated t…
  World Tennis Day @ Special Olympics · [email protected]
March 4, 2024 at 11:22 PM

Game, Set, Match: World Tennis Day

Take a swing at this question       We’re serving up excitement today! It’s World Tennis Day. Since 1987, tennis has been one of the most popular sports here at Special Olympics, loved by athletes around the world.  As soon as Special Olympics athletes hit the court they feel t…
  Patrice Jackson · [email protected]
February 29, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Double the impact until MIDNIGHT❗

In case you missed this →       ⚠️ This is your LAST CHANCE for this offer! ⚠️ Until midnight tonight, our most loyal Special Olympics supporters like you can upgrade to our monthly giving program with a BIG perk: Your first three months of gifts will be DOUBLED!! Make 2024 the…
  Make Monthly Impact [Special Olympics] · [email protected]
February 28, 2024 at 3:55 PM

3 monthly gifts MATCHED [Act Now!]

Athletes in your state are still waiting on the sidelines…       🌟 EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Start your monthly gift today for 2X the impact for the first three months >>      Your monthly donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY …
  Special Olympics [Exclusive Offer] · [email protected]
February 26, 2024 at 11:02 PM

2X the impact for 3 months >>

❤️ Your past generosity is so appreciated ❤️       Do you think “two is better than one,”? Special Olympics Thailand athletes Sitthiphon and Sittikon Phisajarn – who are identical twin brothers and fierce competitors on the track – certainly think so! After years of struggling …
  Brian Gresham · [email protected]
February 23, 2024 at 2:45 PM

It’s time to kick off your weekend!!

Celebrating Black History Month         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a G…
  Kindness @ Special Olympics · [email protected]
February 17, 2024 at 1:04 PM

Small Acts, Big Impact: Let's Celebrate Kindness Together!

It’s Random Acts of Kindness Day       There’s a simple philosophy we live by here at Special Olympics. Kindness creates more kindness. And it can change lives!  It's incredible to witness how a small act of kindness can create a ripple effect, touching hearts and inspiring ot…
  💘Team Special Olympics 💘 · [email protected]
February 14, 2024 at 3:39 PM

Send some 💕 love 💕 to athletes

Sign our Valentine’s Day card!         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gift …
  Justin Hunsinger, Special Olympics · [email protected]
February 6, 2024 at 2:52 PM

I’m going to Capitol Hill! Here’s why:

Send athletes some ❤️       Hi there! I’m Justin, a Special Olympics employee and an athlete from Special Olympics Maryland. Good to meet you! Today I’m heading to Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. for “Hill Day”! It’s one of the MOST important days of the year for Special Olymp…
  Sara Deur · [email protected]
January 31, 2024 at 2:24 PM

FWD: 2X matching gifts until TOMORROW →

💙💙 DOUBLE your impact expires at MIDNIGHT       Hi there –– We just wanted to check in and make sure you are taking advantage of this limited-time match! When you make a donation today, you say 'no' to isolation and fear — and 'yes' to the idea that Special Olympics athletes hav…
  2024 Athlete Fund @ Special Olympics · [email protected]
January 30, 2024 at 2:34 PM

[2X MATCH] Your support DOUBLED 💪💪

Here’s your exclusive offer →         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gift …
  Dan Orzechowski, Special Olympics · [email protected]
January 28, 2024 at 3:25 PM

Just Announced: 2024 Athlete Fund

💙💙 DOUBLE your impact for athletes waiting for their chance.       🏃‍♀️We aren’t wasting any time! 🏃‍♀️ Today we are launching our 2024 Athlete Fund to support unstoppable athletes with intellectual disabilities (ID) ready for their first chance this year! Here’s the best part:…
  Brian Gresham · [email protected]
January 26, 2024 at 2:17 PM

Here’s to a great weekend! 😊

Kick it off with Feel Good Friday         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make …
  Shira Mitchell, Special Olympics · [email protected]
January 23, 2024 at 3:46 PM

99% of you said this:

Athletes are waiting right now for their first chance.       Hi there!  First things first: Thank you to everyone who completed their 2024 Special Olympics Supporter Survey! Submissions are still rolling in, but I wanted to share one key result that stood out to us: We couldn’…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
January 20, 2024 at 3:50 PM

Help us create a more accepting world 🌎

It’s International Day of Acceptance       H,  Here at Special Olympics, we challenge expectations every day. We create community. We build confidence. And we help each other realize our full potential. We are a place where everyone is accepted and today is a very special day. …
  Quick Question from Cailey · [email protected]
January 19, 2024 at 4:08 PM

Your input means the world to us

Take our 2024 Supporter Survey         Your donation transforms lives.   DONATE TODAY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gift …
  [email protected] · [email protected]
January 17, 2024 at 7:16 PM

✏️ Can you answer this quick question?

This will just take a minute       Hi there –– You’re one of the most important members of our Special Olympics family!  As we finalize our plans for this year, we're eager to hear from you. How can we make 2024 the best year ever for Special Olympics athletes? Help us prepare f…
  Mary Davis, Special Olympics CEO · [email protected]
January 2, 2024 at 4:06 PM

❤️ My heart is full today ❤️

Thank you for EVERYTHING you did in 2023.       Happy New Year, from all of us at Special Olympics! My heart is incredibly full today. I wanted to reach out to say THANK YOU for being a part of our one-of-a-kind Special Olympics family. You helped make 2023 one of the most succe…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
January 1, 2024 at 4:01 AM

[5X MATCH] This is our last ask of 2023 >>

Every $1 = $5 until MIDNIGHT!!         Your donation transforms 5X lives.   MATCH MY GIFT Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gi…
  Shira Mitchell · [email protected]
January 1, 2024 at 1:04 AM

Your FINAL supporter record of 2023 INSIDE:

🎉 This 5X match is TODAY ONLY!       Want to make 5X THE IMPACT for Special Olympics athletes? 🎉 All you have to do is claim your 5X MATCH by the final 2023 midnight deadline!! Don’t wait – the clock is ticking… In case you need to know, here’s where your record of support stand…
  Special Olympics HQ · [email protected]
December 31, 2023 at 10:02 PM

🚨 5X MATCHING GIFTS NOW 🚨

This 5X match just CAN’T go unclaimed…       Make your tax-deductible gift before it’s too late >> All gifts MATCHED 5X for you >>   Your donation transforms 5X lives.   MATCH MY GIFT Special Olympics 2600…
  Chris Bence · [email protected]
December 31, 2023 at 8:16 PM

Make your tax-deductible gift before MIDNIGHT →

Close out 2023 strong with us >>>       We’re sooo close! If we keep up this incredible momentum, we could have the best year of online fundraising EVER at Special Olympics!! We put together this visual to show you our progress so far: So, here are the facts: We only …
  Tim Shriver, Special Olympics Chairman · [email protected]
December 31, 2023 at 5:04 PM

5X MATCH 🔑 Just unlocked!

Change 5X the lives right now →       5X MATCH: Your tax-deductible gift can change the lives of FIVE TIMES as many Special Olympics athletes today. I invite you to give now >> This is tremendous. Special Olympics has just unlocked our most impactful match of the year! Y…
  Closing the 2023 Books | Special Olympics · [email protected]
December 31, 2023 at 2:01 PM

⚠️ Rush your gift before 2023 is over

Change 3X the lives. Give by midnight.       : YOUR LAST CHANCE IS TODAY. Until midnight tonight – the last moment of 2023! – you can STILL see your donation to Special Olympics matched THREE-TO-ONE by our Founding Partner, The Coca-Cola Company! Here’s where you stand with only…