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Celebrating 50 Years of Service to Idaho Athletes! The mission of Special Olympics Idaho is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for all 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 friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. In 2021, we kicked off our 50th Anniversary! Since 1971, Special Olympics Idaho has been providing sports training and athletic competition for Idaho children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics Idaho is one of the most recognized charities in the state and Special Olympics International is a trusted organization throughout the world, dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competitions. In a world that all too often is indifferent to those with intellectual disabilities, we’re proud to be celebrating 50 years of inclusion and acceptance here in Idaho! Become a Volunteer Join the movement and work with champions in your own community and across Idaho! We are currently recruiting coaches, team management members, and sport specific technical advisors. If you are interested in fundraising, development and event management, we are rich with opportunities that serve our mission! More Info Become An Athlete Join a local team and start training for competitions in your region and State Games. Idaho athletes also advance to Special Olympics USA & World Games! Be a part of community that celebrates differences and believes everyone has the right to showcase their skills and abilities! Apply Now Unified Champion Schools Your school can be a leader in the Inclusion Movement! Pick a sport, build a Unified Team of athletes with and without Intellectual disabilities, then compete against other schools in your area. Engage your whole school with campaigns that educate others around ability and equality. Young leaders are not waiting until tomorrow. Change the world today! Find Out How

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