Henry County athlete Paige Copeland started her first fundraising project as she joined the Law Enforcement Torch Run Executive Committee. Click here to contribute.
Paige has begun her two-year term as the official Torch Run Athlete Ambassador and serving as an active member of the Law Enforcement Torch Run Executive Council for the state. Paige is active in sports with Special Olympics Georgia as well competing in sports from bocce, equestrian, bowling, volleyball, and track and field just to name a few.
Paige was recently quoted saying “Being special has brought many challenges into my life, and all special needs people have big challenges in their lives. In fact, we all face challenges. But whether or not you’re special, you can face the challenges by seeing them as storms, or you can see them as rainbows. I choose to see mine as rainbows, and I challenge everyone to do the same.”
Please help support Paige and her new adventures with the Law Enforcement Torch Run to support Special Olympics Georgia by making a donation at
www.firstgiving.com/paige_copeland.
See photos of successful Polar Plunge
by SOGAThe 2nd Annual Polar Plunge was a huge success! Held on February 19th at Lake Lanier Islands Beach & Water Park, over 300 plungers took part in this growing winter weather event that raised over $81,500. To view photos please visit http://dutchwaltersphotography.zenfolio.com/polarpluinge2011
Guys: Get a haircut and more Wed. Nov. 10 at Roosters
by SOGAVisit Roosters Premier Barbershop and Special Olympics Georgia receives 20 percent of all services Wednesday, Nov. 10. Guys treat yourself to a great hair cut, shoe shine, or shave while you relax and enjoy their HD tv’s and complimentary beverages. Roosters, rated number 1 for the past three years by Creative Loafing, is located at 2022 Powers Ferry Road SE.
Help Honor SOGA’s longest serving volunteer
by SOGABob Busse began his volunteer service to SOGA 37 years ago. Mr. Busse recently celebrated his 97th birthday. In honor of his dedication to Georgia’s Special Olympics athletes, we are raising $97,000 for SOGA. Click here to help us meet our goal and to learn more!
Athlete starts fundraising campaign
by SOGAPaige has begun her two-year term as the official Torch Run Athlete Ambassador and serving as an active member of the Law Enforcement Torch Run Executive Council for the state. Paige is active in sports with Special Olympics Georgia as well competing in sports from bocce, equestrian, bowling, volleyball, and track and field just to name a few.
Paige was recently quoted saying “Being special has brought many challenges into my life, and all special needs people have big challenges in their lives. In fact, we all face challenges. But whether or not you’re special, you can face the challenges by seeing them as storms, or you can see them as rainbows. I choose to see mine as rainbows, and I challenge everyone to do the same.”
Please help support Paige and her new adventures with the Law Enforcement Torch Run to support Special Olympics Georgia by making a donation at
www.firstgiving.com/paige_copeland.
Make it a Chili’s night Oct. 20
by SOGAChili’s will hold a “Give Back” Day Oct. 20, at metro Atlanta locations. Ten percent of the sales for lunch or dinner will go back to Special Olympics Georgia. Treat yourself and help Special Olympics Georgia too. Remember – each restaurant
has a take-out counter so you can surprise your family.
Click here for info and the flyer you must take with you.
Bowl with Young Leaders Nov. 18
by SOGABowl for Gold on November 18th at Midtown Bowl with Special Olympics Young Leaders. Enjoy a great evening of bowling, friends, and supporting our athletes. Cost is $30 per bowler or $180 for a team of 6 bowlers. You can also sponsor an Special Olympic athlete to play for $30.
Click here for more information. To register, click here. Questions? E-mail Cassidy.Moody@SpecialOlympicsGA.org.
Wine and shopping Festivity Thursday
by SOGAEnjoy a night of shopping and tasting good wine Thursday at Festivity at the Forum in Norcross. Come to Festivity from 5:30 to 8:30 and also be entered in a drawing for a $100 gift card. Free entry to win.
Have fun and help Special Olympics Georgia (SOGA) at the same time. SOGA receives 20 percent of proceeds from purchases. Free wine, cheese/crackers, cookies, and a chance to win a $100 gift certificate from this cute ladies boutique.
Allison Hickey of s dot jewelry designs will be showing her collection.
“Accessorize Your Life” with their wonderful assortment of gifts, jewelry, handbags, clothing, home decor, etc.
Marietta PD Motorcycle Ride, October 2nd
by SOGAJoin in for a great motorcycle ride presented by Well Star Health System. Riders will enjoy a police escorted ride, t-shirts, food, and prizes. Click here to learn more or to register.
buckhead tour of homes
by SOGAAtlanta Half Marathon & 5K – November 25th
by SOGAJoin Special Olympics Georgia and run for a cause this Thanksgiving! Train and support a healthy lifestyle like our athletes and participate in Atlanta’s own Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon, 5K, or Kid’s Fun Run. Funds that you raise through this half marathon team stay right here in GA and goes towards directly supporting our 23,078 athletes and funding our five State Games. To learn more, click here.