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

Celebrating Black History Month

The Continued Push for Inclusion: Black History Month 2021
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Special Olympics Virginia to Make Case for Inclusion and Impact Virtually on Capitol Hill

Special Olympics Athletes and Supporters from across the United States to Advance the Rights and Opportunities of People with Intellectual Disabilities.
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1000+ Virtual Polar Plungers #PlungeYourWAY for our Athletes

People from across the Commonwealth are “warming up” for the coolest event of the year - Special Olympics Virginia’s annual Polar Plunge!
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Special Olympics and Publix Super Markets Kick off 2021 with Signature Torch Icon Campaign

Special Olympics and Publix join forces to raise funds for thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities
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2020 A Year In Review

Our favorite stories from the year.
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A Life of My Own

Athlete Richard Cuevas wants a life just like yours.
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Adapting Inclusion to the Virtual World

Stone Bridge High School adapts Inclusive Schools Week to fit needs of evolving virtual landscape.
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Teaming up with Finish Line

This holiday season, the Finish Line Youth Foundation is fundraising for our athletes to provide them with new sneakers, free health screenings, and more.
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Young Professionals Board Uses Social Media for Giving Tuesday Fundraising Success

Our Young Professionals Board raised thousands of dollars for our athletes on Giving Tuesday.
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