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

SOVA Family Launches Victor Wear on World Autism Awareness Day

A new inclusive brand whose mission is to secure futures for those with disabilities
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Thank you, Publix!

Publix's annual campaign comes to a close in Virginia, and the numbers are in!
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Procter & Gamble + Special Olympics Partner to Build More Inclusive Communities

For 42 years, Procter & Gamble and their brands have joined forces with Special Olympics to build more inclusive communities, and this January was no different.
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In-Person Basketball Championships Returns to Stafford

This past weekend, 300 Special Olympics Virginia athletes competed at the 2022 Basketball Championships at gyms across the Stafford region. Basketball Championships – one of our annual statewide competitions; last took place in 2020. For many of our athletes, this was their first return to competition since that time.
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Buy a Sub: Send Team Virginia to the 2022 USA Games

Jersey Mike’s 12th Annual “Month of Giving” Celebrates Special Olympics Athletes Nationwide
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Special Olympics Virginia + Richmond Public Schools Make Virtual Visit to Capitol Hill

Special Olympics athletes, volunteers, family members and leaders – including two Richmond Public Schools (RPS) staff – engaged virtually on February 9 and 10 for Special Olympics’ “Capitol Hill Day”
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Special Olympics Virginia Delegates Make Virtual Visit to Capitol Hill

Special Olympics athletes, organization leaders, Unified Sports partners, family members, and supporters from across the United States will engage virtually on February 9 and 10 for Special Olympics’ annual “Capitol Hill Day.”
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You’re ALL IN. I’m ALL IN. We’re all ALL IN!

2,580 Chill Seekers Raise $1.1 Million for Special Olympics VA at 30th Polar Plunge
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Seeking Coaches and Sports Managers for the 2023 Games in Germany

The application process is underway to apply to be part of this once in a lifetime event.
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