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Enjoy stories below about the power of Special Olympics Virginia to inspire hope, confidence and courage.
Athlete Profile | Jesus Godinez
Jesus Godinez is a dedicated Special Olympics Virginia athlete who brings a fiery spirit to every competition.
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Jersey Mikes 14th Annual Month of Giving
To celebrate the company’s 14th Annual Month of Giving fundraising campaign, Jersey Mike’s locations across the country are joining forces with more than 200 local charities, including Special Olympics Virginia.
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Nominate a Volunteer or Athlete for the 2024 Annual Awards
Applications are now being accepted for Special Olympics Virginia’s 2024 Annual Awards recognition.
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The Largest Basketball Championships EVER!
This past weekend, we celebrated basketball season with the 2024 Basketball Championships at the Henrico Event Center
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His Way | Meet Cole Wright
Cole Wright is a 10-year-old Loudoun County Athlete that has been breaking expectations since they day he was born.
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BRRRRRave in the Attempt!
3,254 Chill Seekers Raise $1.62 Million for Special Olympics Virginia
at 32nd Polar Plunge®
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Special Olympics Virginia Name Delegates to Champion for Inclusion and Need for Critical Funding on Capitol Hill
Special Olympics athletes, organization leaders, Unified Sports® partners, and family members from across the United States and the District of Columbia will converge on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. on February 5-7, 2024 for the annual Special Olympics “Capitol Hill Day.” This long-running event is organized by Special Olympics and includes more than 250 participants and volunteers from 47 states and the District of Columbia.
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Shop Smart With Heart
Since 1980, Procter & Gamble has donated more than $40 million to Special Olympics programs across the country
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