Spread the Word to End the Word!
Spread the Word to End the Word is a campaign created by youth, in an ongoing effort with Special Olympics and Best Buddies International, to engage schools, organizations and communities by raising the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the word “retard(ed)” and encouraging everyone to stop using the R-word.
On March 3, 2010, youth are leading the second annual day of awareness to Spread the Word to End the Word by encouraging people to rally and pledge their support at www.r-word.org with the goal of reaching 100,000 pledges.
The day will be devoted to educating and raising awareness of the positive impact individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have in our communities and why the use of the R-word is hurtful, even in casual conversation.
Contact your Regional Manager for more information on starting an R-Word Campaign at your school.
R-Word Day 3/3/10
by SOGASpread the Word to End the Word!
Spread the Word to End the Word is a campaign created by youth, in an ongoing effort with Special Olympics and Best Buddies International, to engage schools, organizations and communities by raising the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the word “retard(ed)” and encouraging everyone to stop using the R-word.
On March 3, 2010, youth are leading the second annual day of awareness to Spread the Word to End the Word by encouraging people to rally and pledge their support at www.r-word.org with the goal of reaching 100,000 pledges.
The day will be devoted to educating and raising awareness of the positive impact individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have in our communities and why the use of the R-word is hurtful, even in casual conversation.
Contact your Regional Manager for more information on starting an R-Word Campaign at your school.
Strike the R-Word, Sept. 29
by SOGAStrike the R-word with us on Tuesday, Sept. 29 at Bowlmor Atlanta. Have fun bowling in this annual fundraiser while you help raise awareness of how the R-word hurts people with intellectual disabilities as well as their families and friends. Registration for the event is $50 and that includes food, goody bags, free shoe rental, bowling and an awesome silent auction.
Click here to register for Strike the R-word
2015 State Fall Games and Horse Show, October 9-11, Gainesville, GA
by SOGACome join us for the 2015 State Fall Games and Horse Show being held in Gainesville, GA October 9-11. Come visit our nearly 2,000 athletes competing in: : Bocce, Cycling, Golf, Golf Skills, Softball, Softball Skills, Dressage, Horsemanship/Equitation, Showmanship, Unified Drill Team, and Western Riding. Please visit: https://specialolympicsga.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/2015FallGames/tabid/673733/Default.aspx and show your support for the State Fall Games and Horse Show.
2016 State Indoor Winter Games Revised Schedule for Jan. 23/24
by David CrawfordDue to the predicted incoming inclement weather that is scheduled to hit the metro Atlanta area on Friday afternoon, evening and night, there have been some changes and adjustments to the schedule of this weekend’s Special Olympics Georgia 2016 State Indoor Winter Games in Cobb County.
New State Indoor Winter Games Schedule – Saturday/Sunday, Jan. 23/24
Saturday –
Artistic Gymnastics – Cobb Gymnastics Center – 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Bowling – Brunswick Zone Austell – Check-in: 8:30 am. – Competition – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Bowling – Marietta AMF Lanes – Check-in: 8:30 am. – Competition – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Basketball Individual Skills – Fair Oaks Recreation Center – 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Powerlifting – Marriott – 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Traditional Team Basketball – Lawrence Street Recreation Center – 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Unified Team Basketball – Smyrna Community Center
Roller Skating – Sparkles Smyrna – Check-in: 7:00 am. – Competition – 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Traditional Team Basketball – Salvation Army – 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
3-on-3 Basketball – Windy Hill Athletic Club – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Basketball Team Skills – Ward Recreation Center – 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Sunday –
Traditional Team Basketball – Ward Recreation Center – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Floor Hockey – Fair Oaks Recreation Center – 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Traditional Team Basketball – Smyrna Community Center – 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Traditional Team Basketball – Lawrence Street Recreation Center – TBD
We will have more details on this weekend’s State Indoor Winter Games as they become available.
Annual Bob Busse Memorial Golf Classic postponed to November 16
by SOGAYou can register as a single golfer or as a foursome. Golfers enjoy a great day of golf, networking, gifts, prizes, beverages and meals throughout the day, a wonderful golfers’ reception, a Special Olympics athlete speaker and a silent auction. For more information contact Jennifer Harper at Jennifer.Harper@specialolympicsga.org or visit www.BusseGolf2015.org
St. Peter Chanel 5K Run/Walk – Nov. 21 – Roswell
by David CrawfordThe 2nd-annual St. Peter Chanel 5K Run/Walk is set for the Saturday before Thanksgiving – November 21. Join us at St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church in Roswell to raise money for Special Olympics Georgia. The 3.1-mile course features flat roads and a scenic, rolling trail. Registration includes a long-sleeved tech shirt and a post-race party. Visit https://5k.supportourprojects.com for more details.
Publix-LETR Special Olympics Torch Icon Sale – January 2-23
by David CrawfordAt the beginning of each year, from January 2 – January 23, millions of paper torch icons are distributed to Publix Supermarkets and sold for a $1, $3 or $5 donation at the register, with the proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Georgia (SOGA). In 2015, SOGA received approximately $614,000 from this three-week promotion! Designed to raise awareness of SOGA, this promotion is in collaboration with Publix sponsorship of the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR).
Publix’s support of this program is particularly unique because many of SOGA’s athletes are employed at various Publix locations throughout the state. The LETR involves more than 1,000 law enforcement officers from over 100 agencies who take part in various runs spanning two weeks in May in which they pass the Special Olympics Georgia “Flame of Hope” across the State. All of the relays converge at Emory University (Atlanta) during the State Summer Games Opening Ceremony. The LETR is the largest annual fundraising event benefiting Special Olympics Georgia with Publix being the longest and largest single donor to the program.
So come and support your Special Olympics Georgia athletes by purchasing your “Torch’ icons at all Publix store January 2 – 23, 2016. Thank you Georgia for your support!
Give a Gift. Change a Life. Make Your Year-End Donation Today
by David CrawfordAnd as an added bonus, through December 31, our partner Finish Line will match your tax-deductible donation, dollar for dollar, up to a campaign total of $200,000. This “Ignite the Change” Matching Fund will double the impact of every dollar you give. This means Special Olympics Georgia will be able to do more for our athletes … reach farther to engage new athletes … and show the world more than ever what people with intellectual disabilities can accomplish.
Please don’t wait, make your matching holiday and year-end gift today.
Purchase Your Torch Run Apparel Today – and Show Your SOGA Support!
by David CrawfordOur athletes are our goal, help us to make the hopes and dreams of these diverse individuals come alive.
Join us in our State Wide Law Enforcement Torch Run SALE!
For your donation of $15 you will receive a 2015 Law Enforcement Torch Run Dri-Fit T-Shirt & your choice of a Digital Camo or Khaki Hat.
Click Here to purchase your LETR Apparel!
Finish Line Helps Create Inclusion for Athletes of All Abilities
by David CrawfordFinish Line helps create inclusion for athletes of all abilities! This holiday season, Finish Line Youth Foundation will donate funds collected from customers for Special Olympics at over 600 Finish Line stores. Visit your local Finish Line from November 6 to December 31.