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Enjoy stories below about the power of Special Olympics Virginia to inspire hope, confidence and courage.
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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Legendary Joy on the Court at the 2026 Basketball Championships
More than 900 athletes competed over two days at the Henrico Sports & Events Center.
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Special Olympics Virginia Athletes and Unified Partners Lead the Call for Inclusive Education and Health Funding on Capitol Hill
WASHINGTON, D.C. — February 6, 2026 — Delegates from 47 states and the District of Columbia, including athletes, program leaders, Unified Sports® partners, and family members from Special Olympics Virginia, traveled to Washington, D.C. to advocate for people with intellectual disabilities (ID) during Special Olympics’ 22nd annual Capitol Hill Day, held February 9–11.
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Nominate a Volunteer or Athlete for the 2026 Annual Awards
Applications are now being accepted for Special Olympics Virginia’s 2026 Annual Awards recognition.
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Virginia Beach Goes All In for Inclusion
A record-breaking 5,432 plungers and runners came together to raise $1.7 million for Special Olympics Virginia, proving inclusion knows no temperature.
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Fitness Collaborative Brings Leaders Together
A weekend focused on shared learning and practical fitness experiences.
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Alex Burns on Why the New Autistic Barbie Matters
A Special Olympics Virginia athlete shares his perspective on Mattel’s new autistic Barbie and what it means for the disability community
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What's Been Going on with Special Olympics Virginia
Alex Burns breaks down what's happening in the Commonwealth
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