2026 Special Olympics USA Games

Thank you to all the talented Special Olympics Minnesota athletes who lent their voices to explain the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games logo, its ten individual icons, and what they represent. Every aspect of the Circle of Inclusion is intentional with unique characteristics that work in harmony, symbolizing the unity of the athletes, organization, and host state of Minnesota. Watch to learn more as the athletes explain the meaning behind each one and let us know what you think! #2026USAGames #InclusionRevolution #CallingAllChampions

The holiday season is upon us, and we're deeply grateful for the unwavering support of the Special Olympics community. Your everyday acts of kindness are not just gestures but the very fabric of our community. You are the reason we can empower athletes to pursue their dreams with courage and joy. Your support is not just appreciated, it's integral to our mission of inclusion. We thank you for championing this cause every single day! We wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season and look forward to many more memorable moments with you in the new year. As we reflect on the past year, we're grateful for all the achievements and look forward to the upcoming USA Games' "one-year countdown," now just months away, and many other important announcements #2026USAGames #CallingAllChampions

Meet a new member of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Athlete Advisory Council! Billy Seide has been an active member of Special Olympics New York since 1999, dedicating over two decades to the mission. He competes in softball ⚾, snowshoeing ❄️, and athletics 🏃, but his true passion lies in athlete leadership and serving as a role model for others. Billy thrives on inspiring his peers and embracing opportunities to make a positive impact within the Special Olympics community. One of Billy’s most memorable moments was traveling to Los Angeles to participate in the Esports Gaming for Inclusion Celebrity Showcase. There, he served as a "shoutcaster," providing live commentary, and even interviewed celebrities from WWE and the NFL. As he looks ahead to the 2026 USA Games, Billy aims to continue inspiring athletes everywhere with his strong voice and leadership. Check out this link for more about the Athlete Advisory Council and see a complete list of members ➡️ https://bit.ly/43qeMpj #CallingAllChampions #2026USAGames

Help us raise awareness for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, by joining us at the 2025 Polar Plunge Executive Challenge on Friday, February 28th at Lake Nokomis in Minneapolis. We welcome executives, representing all our Official Partners of the 2026 USA Games, to join us in “freezin’ for a reason!” 🏊 ❄️ ☃️ What is it? The Executive Challenge, hosted by Special Olympics Minnesota, brings together brave executives from across the state to take the plunge! The evening of fun includes a live plunge on FOX 9 | KMSP-TV, hosted by Ian Leonard. What is the commitment? There is no financial ask from your company—instead, each plunger fundraises a minimum of $3,000 to support Special Olympics, which will benefit Special Olympics Minnesota and the 2026 USA Games. How do I sign up? If you are interested in registering and/or learning more, please contact us and our team will be in touch! https://bit.ly/4gG59Ij You can learn more about the Executive Challenge here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4gLFL46

Join us in creating a larger impact at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota. Become a part of our community—click here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3AH9snn to subscribe to our newsletter. Receive exclusive offers, news and information, and ways to contribute and get involved. Join the list of growing champions! #CallingAllChampions #2026USAGames

"𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙊𝙡𝙮𝙢𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙝𝙤𝙥𝙚...𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙟𝙤𝙮. 𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙛𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚. 𝙊𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙨." ❤️ President Joe Biden paid a warm tribute to the #SpecialOlympics community during last night's event at The White House, celebrating our athletes as they prepare for the upcoming Special Olympics World Games in Turin in March 2025. Watch his speech in full here ▶️ https://brnw.ch/21wPlOs #ChooseToInclude

🎄𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗲-𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁! Watch as Special Olympics athletes attend a holiday celebration of Special Olympics at The White House tonight, December 10, from 7pm EST! More here ▶️ https://brnw.ch/21wPiAe. And be sure to cheer them on at the Special Olympics World Games in #Turin2025! ⛷️ #ChooseToInclude

Celebrate #InternationalVolunteerDay with us! Whether coaching, cheering, or organizing, your help makes a difference.. The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will be held in Minnesota, which ranks third nationwide in volunteerism behind only Utah and Vermont. We need 10-15k volunteers for a variety of roles that will help ensure the Games are the best experience possible for the athletes, coaches, fans and media members. Click to find out how you can help out at the Games ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YKCaeB ❤️ #CallingAllChampions

"We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, and honorary co-chair of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Brian’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.   Brian was a passionate advocate for the Special Olympics movement and a steadfast supporter of our mission to celebrate the abilities of athletes with intellectual disabilities. The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will honor Brian’s legacy by continuing the work he championed and celebrating the courage and determination of our athletes."

Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities and the post and podcast link below is a great way to understand how AI can be a powerful tool to promote inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. #CallingAllChampions