What is Special Olympics?
Special Olympics is an international organization dedicated to providing
individuals with intellectual disabilities, or other significant developmental
disability, with an opportunity to train and compete in Olympic-style sports.
Through training and competition, athletes improve their physical fitness and general health.
The athletes gain the discipline, the inter-personal and social skills, and the self-confidence to become contributing, participating members of our community.
The volunteers who make the program possible have the opportunity, not only to share in the athletes achievements, but also to grow and learn themselves.
Special Olympics Montgomery County conducts training and competition in 18 sports at various venues within the county, serving over 1,200 athletes last year. All activity is provided solely with funds and support from within the county.
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