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Beaver Stadium Run
April 26, 2026
State College, PA
Summer Games
June 4-6, 2026
Special Olympics Pennsylvania offers comprehensive initiatives that promote health, wellness, community building, personal growth, and inclusion. Our programs extend far beyond athletics to create lasting positive change in the lives of athletes and communities across Pennsylvania.
Fitness Programs
Year-round fitness activities for athletes and partners.
Healthy Athletes
Free health screenings and wellness education.
Young Athletes
Enriching programming for athletes ages 2-7.
Unified Champions Schools
Inclusive sports, youth leadership, and school-wide engagement.
Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)
Law enforcement and athletes united for inclusion.
Athlete Leadership
Empowering athletes to lead on and off the field.
Special Olympics Pennsylvania provides year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities—helping athletes build fitness, show courage, experience joy, and connect with their families and communities.
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