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Enjoy stories below about the power of Special Olympics Virginia to inspire hope, confidence and courage.

Conner's World Premieres at Ashland Theatre to a Sold-Out Crowd

Conner Emmert arrived by police escort and walked the red carpet Wednesday night before a screening packed with friends, family, and the Special Olympics community.
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Keep Your Giving on TARGET

Help support Special Olympics Virginia with Target Circle Through June 30
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Conner's World Documents One Athlete's Journey to the 2026 USA Games

We filled every seat. Catch Conner's World when it goes public on April 24 — sign up below to be notified when it's live.
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A Look at What’s Happening Across Special Olympics Virginia

Alex Burns recaps recent events and shares his experience working with Special Olympics Virginia across the state
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Runs on Dunkin’: Support Special Olympics Virginia April 13–30!

From April 13–30, your daily coffee run can fuel something bigger. Head to select Dunkin’ locations across Virginia and grab a donut icon at the register to support Special Olympics Virginia athletes across the Commonwealth.
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Jersey Mike’s Day of Giving Shows Up Across Virginia

Busy stores, real moments, and a community that backed it all. Final totals are on the way, and you can still support by visiting Jersey Mike's Subs and donating through the end of the month.
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Jersey Mike’s Monday: A Coin Well Earned

Jersey Mike’s Honors Kaitlin Dykes’ Incredible Attitude
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Grab A Sub: Send Team Virginia Athletes to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games

Along with the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, we are teaming up with 106 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations across Virginia for the 16th Annual March Month of Giving campaign. Throughout March, customers can round up their purchase or make a donation at checkout to support local Team Virginia athletes and the 2026 USA Games.
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Special Olympics Virginia Partners with RCS Moving & Commercial Warehousing

Special Olympics Virginia is proud to announce a new partnership with RCS Commercial Moving & Warehousing that will strengthen our ability to deliver high-quality, impactful state-level events for athletes across the Commonwealth.
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