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July 14, 2024 at 2:12 PM

SIGN THE CARD 📝

Cheer athletes on!       Special Olympics brings out the best in everyone. From empowering athletes to inspiring supporters, Special Olympics events bring people together to experience the joy of sports and the power of inclusion.  And we just feel so lucky! We have the most car…

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  Abby Thomas · [email protected]

July 12, 2024 at 2:16 PM

🌞You can brighten an athlete's day 🌞

Sign our card!       Hi there,  At Special Olympics, we know how to throw a celebration! Our athletes put their hearts into everything they do, both on and off the field, to help build a more inclusive world. And we're here to cheer them on every step of the way! This is where …

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

July 10, 2024 at 1:48 PM

She said this 56 years ago…

Our founder’s vision continues because of us.         Your donation transforms lives. DONATE NOW GIVE MONTHLY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 |…

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  Birthdays @ Special Olympics · [email protected]

July 9, 2024 at 1:17 PM

A lasting legacy of inclusion 🫶

Celebrating our founder, Eunice Kennedy Shriver and YOU!       Hi there –– Almost 56 years ago, one woman’s vision turned into a powerful mission filled with hope, love, and opportunity. Eunice Kennedy Shriver not only founded Special Olympics but also dared the world to grant p…

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  Special Olympics · [email protected]

July 4, 2024 at 2:16 PM

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day 🇺🇸

Red, white and blue         Your donation transforms lives. DONATE NOW GIVE MONTHLY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gift …

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  Patrice Jackson · [email protected]

June 30, 2024 at 2:46 PM

⏱ Beat the buzzer by MIDNIGHT and put a basketball in the hands of athletes

Your 2024 Halftime Report       A basketball is a powerful thing. It can bring joy, spark friendship, empower a leader. We’re soooo close to meeting our goal of putting 1,000 basketballs in the hands of athletes. But we need your help by MIDNIGHT TONIGHT to beat the buzzer! I’m…

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  Shira Mitchell · [email protected]

June 29, 2024 at 1:41 PM

Your support is a slam dunk

Help us reach our 1,000 basketball goal.       A single basketball might seem like a small gift. But the impact that a basketball could have on a Special Olympics athlete is immeasurable.  Athletes like Andrea, from Special Olympics Spain.  For Andrea, playing on a Unified Bask…

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  Progress Report via Special Olympics · [email protected]

June 28, 2024 at 1:02 PM

For $60, get 🏀🏀🏀 for 3 athletes!

Can you chip in today?         Your donation transforms lives. DONATE NOW GIVE MONTHLY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gift…

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  Special Olympics Halftime Report · [email protected]

June 26, 2024 at 1:35 PM

Help get 1,000 basketballs to athletes!

5 days. 1,000 basketballs. LET’S GO!       Can you believe we’re almost halfway through 2024?! Looking back, we hope you’re proud. Because of Special Olympics supporters just like you, we’ve already had an unforgettable six months of games, competitions, friendships, and the on…

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  Sean Wheeler · [email protected]

June 24, 2024 at 9:55 PM

Take your best shot 🏀

Are you a Basketball Pro?       Hi there –– Do you have a favorite Special Olympics sport? Mine has to be basketball. I’ve been playing Special Olympics Unified Basketball now for several years and it’s always the highlight of my week. Whether you're a fan of buzzer-beaters or …

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  Brian Gresham · [email protected]

June 21, 2024 at 2:46 PM

Start off your weekend with some Feel Good Friday

Plus our Caption This winner!         Your donation transforms lives. DONATE NOW GIVE MONTHLY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us |…

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  Sara Deur · [email protected]

June 18, 2024 at 1:32 PM

Look at this photograph 🤳

Pick your favorite caption for this Summer Games photo       Hi there –– From coast to coast, a wave of excitement is building. Special Olympics athletes across the country are competing in their state’s Summer Games! Time and again, athletes say that there is nothing quite lik…

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  Tim Shriver, Special Olympics Chairman · [email protected]

June 16, 2024 at 3:16 PM

I’m thinking about my dad today

Sign the official Special Olympics Father’s Day e-card       Happy Father’s Day! Today, I’m thinking about the millions of Special Olympics dads, father figures, coaches, and volunteers who enrich the lives of athletes with intellectual disabilities (ID). One of the best things …

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  Team Special Olympics · [email protected]

June 14, 2024 at 1:44 PM

Sunday is Father’s Day

Celebrating Special Olympics Dads everywhere         Your donation transforms lives. DONATE NOW GIVE MONTHLY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | …

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  Team “I Defy” via Special Olympics · [email protected]

June 11, 2024 at 1:25 PM

“They said I’d never be anything…”

Josh is an athlete who inspires us.           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 …

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  Monica Muten · [email protected]

June 9, 2024 at 2:09 PM

6 hours. 46 minutes. 10 seconds.

Defying history takes courage.       Lloyd wasn’t intimidated.  A phenomenal Special Olympics Great Britain athlete and track star, a person with Down syndrome, and a spirited teenager, Lloyd set a historic goal: He wanted to be the youngest person with Down syndrome ever to c…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

May 31, 2024 at 1:17 PM

Our Summer Equipment Drive is over at MIDNIGHT →

What your gift can do!       Hi there –– There are only a few more hours left to help set up athletes for success this summer and we still need your help! Here are three incredible things your gift to our Summer Equipment Drive can help accomplish: Help provide equipment and su…

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  Megan Wolf, Special Olympics · [email protected]

May 30, 2024 at 2:37 PM

Make summer sports dreams come true!

Deadline: TOMORROW 🚨       ⏰ Deadline Approaching! ⏰ Support our Summer Equipment Drive now and help get more athletes what they need to thrive this summer >> Hi there! As someone who grew up in Florida, let me tell you: We LOVE the water down in the Sunshine State!  But i…

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  Special Olympics | Friday Deadline · [email protected]

May 29, 2024 at 2:24 PM

Support athletes with new equipment →

Have you stepped up?         Your donation transforms lives. DONATE NOW GIVE MONTHLY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a Gift…

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  Special Olympics Equipment Drive · [email protected]

May 28, 2024 at 8:55 PM

🚀☀️ We’re launching our Summer Equipment Drive!

Athletes need the gear and support to go for gold this summer!       Hey there, The days are getting longer… Temperatures are rising… And Special Olympics athletes are eager to get out onto the field for their annual Summer Games and much, much more! They already have the winn…

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  Solve the Puzzle (via Special Olympics) · [email protected]

May 24, 2024 at 2:14 PM

Don’t let this puzzle you

Find the missing piece       Hi there,  Special Olympics athletes show strength, courage, and dedication. Coaches, partners, and volunteers bring enthusiasm. Parents and friends provide love and support. But there's one vital piece missing. Can you guess what it is? Well it’s Y…

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  Special Olympics Poll >> · [email protected]

May 22, 2024 at 1:42 PM

☀️ Summer Games Poll for You 📊

We need respondents from your state!       Hey! Summer may officially kick off in June, but we've already dived head-first into the excitement of the: 🏊 Special 🎳 Olympics 🎾 Summer 🥎 Games! 🏃🏽‍♀️ All across the country, thousands of eager athletes with intellectual disabilities …

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  Brian Gresham · [email protected]

May 17, 2024 at 1:55 PM

✨ We think you’re gonna have a great weekend ✨

It’s finally friday         Your donation transforms lives. DONATE NOW GIVE MONTHLY Special Olympics 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037, United States (800) 380-3071 | Email Us | Make a …

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  Hanna Joy Atkinson · [email protected]

May 12, 2024 at 1:04 PM

A letter to my mom 💌

Meet my legendary world-class mom       Hi there –– Hanna Joy Atkinson here! My mom just shared all the incredible messages that supporters like you have been sending in, and it's truly heartwarming! Since today is Mother’s Day, I wanted to take a moment to shine a spotlight on…

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  Colette Atkinson, Special Olympics Mom · [email protected]

May 10, 2024 at 2:12 PM

My daughter Hanna

Sign the card for Special Olympics athletes       Hi there –– My name is Colette Atkinson and I am writing you today as a Special Olympics supporter, but more importantly as a proud mom.  There’s no one quite like my amazing daughter, Hanna Joy Atkinson. Her journey through life…

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  Sports @ Special Olympics · [email protected]

May 8, 2024 at 1:46 PM

Take our ⛳ Golf Day quiz:

The answer is 1 click away →       Grab your clubs, and get ready to par-tee because it’s officially Golf Day!  Did you know that golf has been an official Special Olympics sport for almost 30 years? It's true! Since its inception, Special Olympics athletes from all over the wo…

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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…

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  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…

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  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…

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  [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 | …

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  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…

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  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…

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  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 …

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  [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…

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  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…

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  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…

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  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…

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  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…

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  [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 …

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  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 …

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  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,…

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  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…

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  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…

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  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 …

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  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…

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  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…

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  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…

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  [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…

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  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…

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  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…

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