Celebrating Years of Inclusion!

Give the Gift of Inclusion

Every day we empower athletes to shatter stereotypes and exceed their personal bests on the playing field and in life. But for every inspiring Special Olympics athlete in Pennsylvania (SOPA), there are 20 more people...

Registration's Open: Polar Bear Plunge Season 2021!

Due to the global pandemic, all Polar Bear Plunges across the state will take place during the month of February. Check your local plunge page for the date & location in your area! While the Plunge Season is going to...

SOPA Athletes Crush The Stride Challenge

Pennsylvania ... You did it!!! We are blown away by how many of our athletes and Unified partners not only participated in the #SONAStride Challenge, but absolutely crushed their walking, running, and rolling goals....

Celebrating 50 Years: Journey Through The Decades

We're honored to celebrate 50 years of making this world more inclusive for people of all abilities. Take a journey with us through the last half century of Special Olympics Pennsylvania history. Please also consider...

Enter a New Era with SOPA

These uncertain times have caused us to feel isolated and disconnected. But we are ready to begin a new era! An era where social distance doesn’t stop our competitive spirit; where postponements and cancellations...

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More than Sports

Volunteer Resources

C.C.A. Baldi Middle School National Banner Celebration

Former Philadelphia Eagle Surprises SOPA Athlete

Virtual Fall Festival 2020

Diversity and Inclusion Town Hall: Race & Disability

Coronavirus FAQs & Proper Hand Washing

Inspiring Special Olympics Videos

Special Olympics Pennsylvania touches countless people in numerous ways, and its impact reaches far beyond the sphere of sports. Check out some inspiring athlete, volunteer and staff videos from our official You Tube Channel! We transform the lives of both athletes' and volunteers through the joy of sport…here’s a look at how.