Spring Athlete Fund @ Special Olympics · [email protected]

April 21, 2021 at 2:01 PM

2 minutes to help athletes return to play

Will you donate to the Spring Athlete Fund?       In your community and throughout the country, Special Olympics athletes are staying fit at home and preparing to take the field as soon as it’s safe again. They’re eager, excited and ready, so we need to make sure our events and…

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  Nick Morgan · [email protected]

April 19, 2021 at 2:14 PM

YES 🟢 or NO 🔴

Let us know what you think       It’s been a tough year for our athletes. Many have not seen their Special Olympics teammates, friends and coaches in person in far too long. But Special Olympics athletes have been training at home and are ready and eager to jump back in the pool…

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  Let Us Know @ Special Olympics · [email protected]

April 16, 2021 at 2:13 PM

What will you do?

Let us know how you plan to be healthy this weekend!       Friend  –– Though social distancing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is keeping most people indoors, this Special Olympics athlete, Nick Borders, took it as an opportunity for a new –– and healthy –– start.  At…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

April 14, 2021 at 2:14 PM

All it takes is one click

Send some appreciation       Talented captain, motivated leader, and now virtual fitness instructor? Tan Yee Shu, an athlete from Special Olympics Singapore, checks all those boxes. When COVID-19 halted competitions and in-person training, Tan Yee Shu got busy. Despite lockdown,…

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  Robert Schneider · [email protected]

April 9, 2021 at 2:32 PM

🔮We Predict Good Vibes this Weekend 🔮

Happy Friday!             Donate              Special Olympics1133 19th Street NWWashington, DC 20036-3604United States (800) 380-3071 [email protected] unsubscribe  

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

April 7, 2021 at 9:31 PM

RE: Expires at MIDNIGHT: Before World Health Day ends...

See your gift go twice as far to support healthy athletes.       Friend, did you have a chance to read our email below? Today is World Health Day, and at Special Olympics, inclusive health means everyone has access to quality health care and services. We’re so grateful that you …

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  World Health Day @ Special Olympics · [email protected]

April 7, 2021 at 4:24 PM

Expires at MIDNIGHT: Before World Health Day ends...

Make a gift to support inclusive health care.       This is an outrage: Recent data shows people with intellectual disabilities (ID) are almost six times more likely to die from COVID-19 than people without ID — and yet they’re not on the priority list for the vaccine in many U…

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  Chad, Special Olympics · [email protected]

March 30, 2021 at 4:41 PM

We are so close 💪

help us reach 150 donors       Goal: 150 Generous Donors! Hi, Friend. I have big news — and a request: First, the big news. We're getting close to reaching our end-of-month goal of 150 donors! So now, the request: We really, really need to reach this goal — because it's the act…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

March 26, 2021 at 2:26 PM

Make every athlete feel like a champion

Here’s how you do it             Donate              Special Olympics1133 19th Street NWWashington, DC 20036-3604United States (800) 380-3071 [email protected] unsubscribe  

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  Kelli Seely, Special Olympics · [email protected]

March 25, 2021 at 2:57 PM

Will you be one of 150?

Say you'll chip in today       GOAL: 150 generous donors! This makes me proud: Here's why. Every time the number on this counter goes up, it represents a Special Olympics athlete whose life we've been able to change since you opened this email. Really: Each time you see that nu…

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  Nick Morgan · [email protected]

March 23, 2021 at 9:32 PM

Quick question for you, Friend

let us know what you think       Friend,  Here at Special Olympics, we believe that individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) should have equal access to quality health care. But did you know life expectancy for people with ID is on average 16-20 years shorter, and they ar…

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  Robert Schneider · [email protected]

March 19, 2021 at 8:23 PM

Guess what day it is?!

It’s Feel Good Friday!             Donate              Special Olympics1133 19th Street NWWashington, DC 20036-3604United States (800) 380-3071 [email protected] unsubscribe  

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  Mary Davis, Special Olympics · [email protected]

March 11, 2021 at 5:02 PM

People with ID deserve priority access to the COVID-19 vaccine

Will you speak up with us?       Tell Congress: People with ID deserve vaccine access now Send your message >> One year ago today, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. Our friends with intellectual disabilities (ID) have been even more isolate…

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  Tim Shriver, Special Olympics · [email protected]

February 26, 2021 at 2:09 PM

The R-word is still being used

Pledge to stop its use and spread inclusion.       A punch in the gut. Someone spitting in your face. A cruel insult. Friend, that’s how hurtful, demeaning, and destructive the R-word is to the millions of people with intellectual disabilities (ID) worldwide. Our children with a…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

February 20, 2021 at 2:54 PM

Athletes need consistent support

Start your monthly gift.       Friend, did you know that making a monthly gift is the easiest, most effective way to support athletes this year? It’s true! For monthly supporters, recurring gifts allow you to plan your giving level each month that is comfortable, affordable, and…

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  Rick (Special Olympics Dad) · [email protected]

February 19, 2021 at 3:18 PM

My son is a fighter

How Special Olympics helped Wyatt realize his full potential.       Hi there, Today, I want to share the story of my son Wyatt, and how supporters like you helped him discover the joy of sports and his true potential as a competitor.  But, writing about Wyatt is hard for me beca…

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  Robert Schneider · [email protected]

February 17, 2021 at 6:12 PM

"I wouldn’t be anywhere without Special Olympics.”

Cindy needs your support       To Cindy, Special Olympics is home. It’s where she learned to work hard, to set, reach, and exceed her goals through sports. It’s where she acquired the skills to be a leader and mentor to her peers in her community. It’s where she finally found s…

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  Wyatt Spalding, athlete · [email protected]

February 16, 2021 at 3:58 PM

L👀k at what Special Olympics gave me

the chance to be an athlete       Hi there —  My name is Wyatt and I’m a Special Olympics athlete.  When I was little, I looked up to NBA players. At 12 years old, I couldn’t go out for my middle school basketball team because of my cerebral palsy. But I kept trying. My brother …

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  Love @ Special Olympics · [email protected]

February 14, 2021 at 3:49 PM

Show your ❤️ for an athlete

Sign our Valentine’s Day card             Donate              Special Olympics1133 19th Street NWWashington, DC 20036-3604United States (800) 380-3071 [email protected] unsubscribe  

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

February 12, 2021 at 3:46 PM

Celebrating Black History Month

The Continued Push for Inclusion             Donate              Special Olympics1133 19th Street NWWashington, DC 20036-3604United States (800) 380-3071 [email protected] unsubscribe  

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  Natalie Green, Special Olympics Athlete · [email protected]

February 9, 2021 at 3:15 PM

Athletes are telling Congress why Special Olympics matters. Will you support them?

Your gift will get them on the field.       Hi,  My name is Natalie Green and I am a Special Olympics athlete from the great state of Utah! Today, I am meeting virtually with my Members of Congress, along with Special Olympics athletes, Ambassadors, and supporters from 48 sta…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

February 8, 2021 at 5:13 PM

Yes or No?

we want to know what YOU think       Hi, Right now we are doing something powerful. This week, Special Olympics athletes, families and supporters from 48 U.S. states are meeting virtually with members of Congress. We're asking lawmakers to provide federal support for people wi…

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  Megan Wolf · [email protected]

January 31, 2021 at 3:46 PM

FWD: Returning to play in 2021

Athletes need your support in the year ahead.       Hi there -- I know you care about Special Olympics’ mission and our work to build a more inclusive world. That’s why I wanted to reach out to you about committing to our 2021 Fund. Together, we can make 2021 a remarkable year…

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  2021 Fund @ Special Olympics · [email protected]

January 29, 2021 at 2:58 PM

Give the joy of sports this year

Make a gift to our 2021 Fund.       Friend, have you heard about our 2021 Fund? It’s an incredible effort by this community to help athletes get everything they need to be safe and healthy in the year ahead. When you donate to the 2021 Fund today, you’ll help us: Send sports eq…

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  Kelli Seely, Special Olympics · [email protected]

January 28, 2021 at 6:02 PM

Returning to play in 2021

How your gift makes that possible.       Hi there,  I hope you and your loved ones are safe, healthy, and doing well as we begin a new year. Last year was challenging for everyone. We all had to adapt to a new normal, filled with so many uncertainties.  For Special Olympics ath…

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  Robert Schneider · [email protected]

January 22, 2021 at 9:57 PM

2021’s Inaugural Feel Good Friday

Start your year off right             Donate              Special Olympics1133 19th Street NWWashington, DC 20036-3604United States (800) 380-3071 [email protected] unsubscribe  

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 5:08 PM

🎉 Happy New Year!

We can't wait to see what we achieve together this year       Happy New Year! We feel like celebrating! Thanks to our amazing community of supporters who helped us get through a challenging year. Your commitment to Special Olympics will help us continue the fight for health equality in 2…

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  Tim Shriver · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 3:12 AM

[my final 2020 note] Right now we're short of our funding target

and need your help.       Hi there, we’re facing a critical moment for athletes. Right now we’re short of our year-end funding target. The donations we raise before midnight tonight are crucial because they help determine what we’ll be able to accomplish for athletes next year. That’s why we…

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  Megan Wolf · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 12:08 AM

⏳ LAST CHANCE: 5X matched tax-deductible gifts! ⏳

And add your name to the donor wall       Time is running out to have your tax-deductible gift 5X MATCHED! Donate $10 before midnight (just a few hours away!) and it will be matched to become $50. Plus, to honor your incredible year-end gift, we’ll add your name to our website’s donor w…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 9:52 PM

[Just Announced] 5X gifts! 🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁

Ends at midnight!       Great news: Until midnight tonight, your tax-deductible gift of $10 becomes $50 to help us reach even more athletes in 2021! This is our biggest match of the year and the best chance to give athletes everything they need to succeed! Donate now to see your gift…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 2:57 PM

Please review before midnight!

It's your Athlete Supporter Record       What an opportunity! When you chip in, you get to be a part of an athlete’s journey to fitness, success, and happiness in 2021 — and your impact is TRIPLED if you give by midnight! We’re reviewing our donor files before the midnight tax deadline…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 10:54 AM

🚨 3X gifts access expires at midnight 🚨

Don't miss this chance!       We wanted to send you your 2020 supporter record, and make sure you have a chance to access your 3X match offer before it expires at midnight:   2020 Supporter Record   Name: Not on fileSupporter ID: 2109399Representing: your city2020 Online Giving To…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 2:08 AM

👀 See your supporter record and match offer

The deadline to update is tomorrow!       Friend, here’s what your TRIPLE MATCHED gift right now can mean for athletes in 2021: $30 = $90 >> Helps send basketballs to THREE teams in your community! $60 = $180 >> Helps train THREE athletes for an entire year! $200 = $600 >…

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  Special Olympics TRIPLE match · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 11:49 PM

(response needed) - athletes need you!

Don't miss this! TRIPLE match closing soon!       Help our athletes achieve their dreams! Don't wait: TRIPLE your tax-deductible gift to Special Olympics now! CLOSING SOON. Hi there –– A year like 2020 requires reflection –– about who we are, what we value and where we sit in the world.…

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  3X Impact @ Special Olympics · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 8:20 PM

[Expires tomorrow] A 3X gift from your family

for athletes everywhere!       There’s one thing Special Olympics athletes want next year –– a chance. A chance to get on the field together when it’s safe again. A chance to be healthy and receive equitable, quality health care. A chance to be included and valued for exactly who they ar…

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  Kelli Seely, Special Olympics · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 5:20 PM

(Please read) About our year-end funding goals

Athletes need your support!       Hi there –– After looking at our numbers today, I’m a little worried we won’t reach our year-end funding goals for 2020. But if every amazing supporter reading this email –– like you –– makes a gift of $10 today, we’ll meet our targets to make 2021 a st…

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  Mary Davis · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 1:19 PM

How a gift from your state helps athletes like Wyatt

This is the best time to make an impact!       TRIPLE MATCH!Your gift of $10 goes three times as far >> One person can change the world. More than 50 years ago, our founder, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, started Special Olympics in her backyard. Now we reach over 5.7 million athletes in…

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  Maureen McCormick for Special Olympics · [email protected]

December 29, 2020 at 10:46 PM

[triple match] Your incredible support for people like my brother

It means so much to Special Olympics families.       Hi there! You may know me for my role as Marcia Brady on “The Brady Bunch”. But you may not know that along with my brother, Dennis, I have been a life-long supporter of Special Olympics. And today, as a Special Olympics Global Ambassa…

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  Cailey · [email protected]

December 29, 2020 at 3:09 PM

3X PPE = 3X the hope for athletes!

This brings me hope       I’ll give you the hard news first: People with intellectual disabilities (ID) are at a higher risk for COVID-19. But together we can send them resources, equipment, and hope during this difficult time. When you donate today, your gift of $10 is TRIPLE matched to…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 28, 2020 at 11:11 PM

✏️ Adding your name to the donor wall

Triple your impact to get your name added!       We’re so excited for January, and there’s a really fun reason why: every donor who makes a gift before midnight on December 31 will have their name featured on the Special Olympics website next month! Plus, every dollar donated right now…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 26, 2020 at 4:16 PM

We need your input

Answer this quick question today.       Friend, you know how important it is to support people with intellectual disabilities (ID) through the power of sports and inclusion. We’re so grateful you’re a part of this community and want to know if athletes can count on you in 2021. Will you ta…

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  Mary Davis, CEO Special Olympics · [email protected]

December 25, 2020 at 4:07 PM

Happy Holidays!

From all of us at Special Olympics       To: Your Family From: Your Special Olympics Family Dear Friend, Every day, but especially today, we are so grateful for the support we’ve received in this incredibly challenging year. We would have never made it here without you! I’m thrilled …

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  Tim Shriver · [email protected]

December 22, 2020 at 3:14 PM

[Video] My fireside chat with Cindy

Take a look!       I’m so thrilled to share this with you, Friend. Recently, I sat down with Cindy Bentley, a Special Olympics athlete from Wisconsin, for a fireside chat. You can watch our conversation now to hear us chat about her childhood, key moments from this year, and our vision for…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 21, 2020 at 3:21 PM

⏰ Just a few hours left to add your name!

We're sending a holiday card to the Shrivers!             Donate              Special Olympics 1133 19th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036 (800) 380-3071 [email protected] email was sent to: [email protected]  

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  Robert Schneider · [email protected]

December 18, 2020 at 3:41 PM

F 🎉 R 🎉 I 🎉 D 🎉 A 🎉 Y

that's right the weekend is finally here             Donate              Special Olympics 1133 19th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036 (800) 380-3071 [email protected] email was sent to: [email protected]  

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  Megan Wolf · [email protected]

December 17, 2020 at 3:14 PM

✍️ Add your name next to mine

Let's fill this card!       Will you help me thank the Shriver family this holiday season? Yesterday, we sent you an email about sending a holiday card to our chairman, Tim Shriver, and his family. Our goal is to fill it with as many names as possible to show just how much we appreciat…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 16, 2020 at 4:09 PM

A holiday card from YOU

and all Special Olympics supporters!       Do you have a moment to help us with a surprise? We’re sending a holiday card to our chairman, Tim Shriver, and the whole Shriver family, and we want to fill it with the names of all the dedicated supporters in this community! Will you add your…

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  Nick Morgan · [email protected]

December 12, 2020 at 3:50 PM

FWD: [last chance] 3X more hopeful, active, connected

Make your matched gift now!       Hi Friend! This is the last call to make next year THREE TIMES more hopeful, more active, and more connected for Special Olympics’ athletes! When you donate right now, your gift will be TRIPLE matched to help more athletes experience the joy of sports i…

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  Countdown @ Special Olympics · [email protected]

December 11, 2020 at 5:30 PM

⏰ Just hours left for 3X gifts ⏰

Together, we make our movement stronger.       Your TRIPLE match status Name: N/ASupporter ID: 2109399Suggested Gift: $10 which becomes $30 Match your gift today! Do you believe that every person with intellectual disabilities (ID) should be treated with dignity and respect? Do y…

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  Shira Mitchell, SOI · [email protected]

December 11, 2020 at 1:11 PM

3 big reasons to support athletes like Prince:

People with ID need your support.       Hello, We’re just about halfway through our 48-hour match, and there are three big reasons we hope you’ll support athletes before this opportunity expires: Your gift of $10 will be instantly TRIPLED to $30 to support athletes in 2021! To honor yo…

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