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Special Olympics is one of the most respected charities in the country. While there is no cost for the athletes to participate in Special Olympics, Special Olympics needs money, equipment and sports facilities. As we recruit more athletes and volunteers, the need grows. Special Olympics relies on donations from individuals and corporations to help us meet that need. You can do your part by conducting your own fundraiser and have fun doing it.
There are many ways to raise funds for Special Olympics year-round.
- Car washes
- Walk-a-thons, Shoot-a-Thons, Jump Rope-a-thons and Bowl-a-thons
- Bake sales and Ice Cream Socials
- Movie Nights, Dances, Talent Shows and Festivals
- Holiday parties
- T-shirt, pins or school product sales
- Polar Bear Plunge with Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
- Collections at places of worship (ask your worship leaders of they give to charity)
- "Dining out" nights at neighborhood restaurants
Fundraisers and be simple or complex. You can take them on as an indvidual, plan them as part of a group, or do it as entire school event. There are no limits to what you can accomplish. Your contributions help make it possible for a person with intellectual disabilities to kick a soccer ball for the first time, to know the joy of sport and hear the thunder of applause. Find out how you can make a difference and download the
Playbook and get detailed ideas to help plan your fundraiser.
