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1. www.specialolympics.orgSpecial Olympics

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   Special Olympics is a nonprofit organization that offers sports training and competition for people with intellectual disabilities. Learn about its history, mission, programs, stories, and how to get involved or donate.

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Special_OlympicsSpecial Olympics - Wikipedia

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   Special Olympics is the world's largest sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities providing year-round training and activities to 5 million participants and Unified Sports partners in 172 countries. [2] Special Olympics competitions are held daily, all around the world—including local, national and regional ...

   • Area served: International
   • Origins: Camp Shriver

   • Founded: July 20, 1968; 55 years ago
   • Founder: Eunice Kennedy Shriver

4. www.specialolympics.org › about › historyHistory - Special Olympics

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   Learn how Special Olympics evolved from a backyard summer camp for people with intellectual disabilities to a worldwide movement that promotes respect, inclusion and acceptance. Explore the chronology of the events and people that shaped the organization from 1968 to the present.

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     People go "Over the Edge," rappel down building to raise money for Special Olympics Delaware

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     The Torch Run kicked off in downtown Huntsville with Madison County Sheriff’s deputies and many surrounding agencies passing along a “Flame of Hope” for Special Olympics awareness. Brent Patterson with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office said this event is a good way to honor special needs children in the state.

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     'You Are Perfect To Me': Special Olympics athlete Karsyn Dahlke a bright light in Great Falls

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7. sooh.orgSpecial Olympics Ohio | Sports & Training For Athletes With ...

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   Special Olympics Ohio provides an inclusive space for athletes with intellectual disabilities to train and compete. Search for: contact us. 921 Eastwind Drive, Suite 120

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   What is Special Olympics?

   • Special Olympics is the world's largest sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities providing year-round training and activities to 5 million participants and Unified Sports partners in 172 countries.

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   Does Special Olympics have a young athlete program?

   • For young people with and without intellectual disabilities ages 2–7, Special Olympics has a Young Athletes program—an inclusive sport and play program with a focus on activities that are important to mental and physical growth. Children engage in games and activities that develop motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

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   Who are Special Olympics athletes?

   • Athletes are the heart of Special Olympics. Our athletes are children and adults with intellectual disabilities from all around the world. They are finding success, joy and friendship as part of our global community. They're also having lots of fun! Intellectual disabilities happen in all cultures, races and countries.

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   How many athletes are involved in Special Olympics sports training & competition?

   • More than 5.7 million athletes and Unified Sports partners are involved in Special Olympics sports training and competition in 204 countries and territories. The organization offers year-round training and competition in 32 Olympic-style summer and winter sports.

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