Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities, at no cost to the athlete or their caregiver, as a means to achieve physical fitness, self-esteem, socialization skills, and the life skills necessary to be a productive, respected and contributing members of their communities. As the world’s largest program of sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, Special Olympics serve nearly 3 million people in more than 180 countries. Here in Florida, 15,000 athletes train and compete year round, in 20 different team and individual sports of their choice.
Founded in 1972, Special Olympics Florida is a certified 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization funded solely through the generosity of individuals, businesses and civic groups. This support allows Special Olympics to never charge the athlete or their families a fee for participation. Unique to the organization is that when you give in Florida, the money stays in Florida: so your support benefits local athletes!
To learn more and become involved, visit www.specialolympicsflorida.org.
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