OUR MISSION The mission of Special Olympics Colorado (SOCO) is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendships with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. OUR HISTORY & VISION Special Olympics was founded in 1969 on the belief that people with intellectual disabilities can, with proper instruction and encouragement, learn, enjoy and benefit from participation in individual and team sports. Special Olympics believes that consistent training is essential to the development of sports skills, and that competition among those of equal abilities is the most appropriate means of testing these skills, measuring progress and providing incentives for personal growth. Special Olympics also believes that through sports training and competition, people with intellectual disabilities benefit physically, mentally, socially and spiritually; families are strengthened; and the community at large, both through participation and observation, is united in understanding people with intellectual disabilities in an environment of equality, respect and acceptance.
External link for Special Olympics Colorado
12450 E Arapahoe Rd.
Ste. C
Centennial, Colorado 80112, US
Meet our athletes and coaches who will join Special Olympics USA to compete in Italy next year on a world stage! Catherine, Ryan, Aspen, Diane, Scott, Chaka and Susan will join select delegates from across the country to represent the US at Special Olympics World Games next March! Meet the full team & learn more at SpecialOlympicsUSA.org. #Cheer4USA #Turin2025
Secure your spot in the 2024 Unified Fore Joy Topgolf ProAm in Thornton and support Special Olympics Colorado athletes in the Northeast Region! This special event will bring together individuals of all abilities who will be competing at Topgolf locations around the globe to celebrate the joy of the game and take part in some friendly competition. Join us for this unique opportunity to compete alongside athletes and against teams from across the globe all while raising awareness and funds to support sports, health, school, and leadership programs for athletes who live and compete in the Northeast Region. Learn more and register today 👉 https://loom.ly/AeGp4W0 #SOColorado #Topgolf
Is your school planning to attend the 2024 Youth Summit? The 2024 Youth Summit is geared toward students in grades 6-12 and focuses on inclusive youth leadership within their school communities. This Youth Summit will provide students with the tools to empower youth leaders in their schools. We recommend that students register as Unified pairs (students with and without ID) to get the most from this summit. Teachers and administrators are also encouraged to attend to learn more about how to support inclusive programs within their school communities. Register your school to attend the Youth Summit 👉 https://loom.ly/wRa775A #YouthSummit #UnifiedChampionSchools #SOColorado
The Denver Police Department has been a key partner and supporter of Special Olympics Colorado for more than 25 years. Over that time, they have raised an astounding $500,000 in critical funding to directly support athletes that SOCO serves. Their embodiment of inclusivity within our community has led them to be awarded the title of Law Enforcement Agency of the Year. Join us at the Hall of Fame Luncheon on Tuesday, October 22 as we celebrate the Denver Police Department and this year's awardees. RSVP as a table sponsor, table host or individual! 👉 https://loom.ly/b1G8BTs #2024HallOfFame #SOColorado
Spooky season is almost here!! 👻 Join us on October 18 for the 7th Annual Fall Fest Trunk or Treat benefitting Special Olympics Colorado Young Athletes! ALL are welcome to partake in everything Fall Fest has to offer, from the trunk or treat street, games, storyteller and MUCH MORE! Learn more and register to attend 👉 https://loom.ly/5xE4PD0 #FallFest #SOColorado
Tune in to the Special Olympics Colorado Town Hall TOMORROW, September 6 at 9:00 a.m. on Zoom. This will be a very exciting Town Hall you don't want to miss. Register to attend and submit any questions you have 👉 https://loom.ly/4FtJLu0 #TownHall #SOColorado
Today marks a monumental day for youth sports in our state – it's the inaugural Colorado Youth Sports Giving Day and Special Olympics Colorado is so excited to be included in the fun! Supporting youth sports in Colorado means giving kids the lifetime benefits and confidence that come from playing sports. Donations made Sept. 4th -30th will be matched, and go on to support more than 8,000 youth with and without intellectual disabilities in Colorado. Empower play and give today at https://lnkd.in/g-k9fc4F #YouthSportsGivingDay
The Special Olympics Colorado Unified Champion Schools team invites you to become an exhibitor at the 2024 Youth Summit Resource Fair! This Youth Summit is dedicated to Middle and High School students to learn strategies and gain resources on how to build inclusive schools and create Inclusive Youth Leadership opportunities. We project an attendance of 150 educators, paraprofessionals, athletic directors and school/district administration, as well as 800 students from around the state of Colorado. We are hoping you can join us in providing resources about your organization for educators, administration, and students in attendance! Learn more and become an exhibitor: https://loom.ly/rROIIKo #ResourceFair #YouthSummit #SOColorado
Colorado Youth Sports Giving Day is an opportunity for Coloradans to help our youth thrive! When kids play, we all win. Let’s come together to champion the next generation of leaders, team players, and game-changers! Starting tomorrow, the Daniels Fund, Weld Trust, Denver Broncos Foundation, Alpine Bank, Rose Community Foundation, Strohm Family Foundation and others will match all donations exceeding $800,000. Pitch in for youth sports at https://lnkd.in/g-k9fc4F #YouthSportsGivingDay
🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of all the amazing individuals who contribute to the growth and prosperity of our nation. Whether you're enjoying a well-deserved day off or working today, take a moment to appreciate your efforts and the collective power of labor that keeps our world moving forward.