Collectively, they've given more than 100 years to Special Olympics Virginia, some as athletes, others as coaches. Whether they contributed from the track, behind the scenes or cheered from the sidelines, their gifts to Special Olympics Virginia are all shining examples of how we can transform communities.

Special Olympics Virginia recognized several outstanding athletes, volunteers and families at the March Annual Awards Celebration, presented by Farm Bureau Insurance. Congratulations to all of the 2010 award winners:

• Program Volunteer of the Year: Sandy Paterson, Roanoke
  
  
• Outstanding Area Volunteer: Dave and Kami Lannetti, Norfolk
  
  
• Outstanding Family of the Year: The Barnett Family, Staunton
  
  
• Coach of the Year: Lynda Barrett, Powhatan
  
  
• Athlete of the Year: Grace Anne Braxton, Fredericksburg
  
  
• Virginia H. Foster Winning Spirit Award: The Fried Family, Crozet