Special Olympics Iowa

What a tee-rific summer of golf outings! Although the weather wasn't always par-fect, we are grateful to all the golfers, sponsors, supporters, and athletes that signed up to drive inclusion over the course of the summer. In all, 256 players raised more than $57,000 for Special Olympics Iowa ⛳Thank you ❤️

Special Olympics programming isn't just offered in K-12 schools and community delegations, but also extends into colleges and universities statewide. Several Iowa post-secondary institutions offer SO programs through campus clubs and intramurals. With the start of a new school year comes opportunities for SOIA athletes 16 and older to participate in college intramurals offered around the state. For a list of upcoming intramural sports, schedules, and registration links, visit www.soiowa.org/so-college Intramurals are offered throughout the school year on a rolling schedule. Continue checking the website for updated schedules and sports.

Every person in the Special Olympics Iowa family has a story. We want to help tell yours. ❤️An athlete who's overcome incredible odds ❤️A coach who changes lives far beyond the playing field ❤️A volunteer with an inspiring journey We're looking for the faces behind the mission—the moments, milestones, and memories that show what inclusion, determination, and community are all about. If someone comes to mind (or it's you!), we'd love to hear about them! Send us a message or email Megan (mfilipi@soiowa.org). Because every medal has a story and every member of the SOIA community does too. ❤️

This ain’t our first rodeo, but it is one of our favorites. Mosey on over to your nearest Texas Roadhouse for dinner on Thursday, October 1st to support SOIA.   🥩Dine in 🚓Tip-a-cop 🥐Roll out   You butter believe we’ll be there. Find us at these locations >>> www.soiowa.org/tip-a-cop

We've moved! If you're headed to the Iowa State Fair, you can find us in the Varied Industries Building this year, exhibit #312. Swing in and see us (and enjoy the air conditioning!) While you're at the Fair, be sure to stay for Bacon Buddies this Saturday evening, August 15th! In partnership with the Iowa Pork Producers Association, 16 SOIA athletes will be showing pigs in the ring alongside 4-H and FFA youth mentors. The show starts at 6:30pm in the swine barn!

At Special Olympics Iowa, we are passionate about employing people with a drive for inclusion. We care about the athletes, we care about the mission, and we care about giving opportunities to individuals with intellectual disabilities. That's why most of our department heads have all worked at SOIA for more than 5 years. John, CEO - 11 years Stuart, Vice President of Development – 11.5 years Maddie, Director of LETR – 7 years Megan, Director of Marketing & Communications – 6.5 years Sydney, Vice President of Programs - 5 years

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Sammons Financial Group Companies has been a longtime supporter of Special Olympics Iowa and a statewide partner since 2010. In addition to Champion Statewide Partner status, Sammons Financial Group is also the primary sponsor of the Summer Games bocce competition, annual State Softball Tournament held his past weekend, and Young Athletes Play Days in the West Central area. Financial support is only the tip of the iceberg for their support, however. Sammons employees care deeply about every one of the athletes in Special Olympics and you can see it in their volunteerism at events, coaching teams, serving on the SOIA Board of Directors, and promotion of inclusion around their offices. Thank you Sammons Financial Group for your extremely generous contribution of $75,000 to Special Olympics Iowa, and your unwavering support of SOIA athletes.

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Unified Golf is more than birdies and bogeys, it's about building friendships and proving that the best teams are built on inclusion. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just love spending time on the course, sign up as a Unified partner to tee it up alongside SOIA athletes.🏌️ https://lnkd.in/g7G7AmGM