Beyond Sports
Beyond sports, we're building healthier athletes, stronger leaders, and more inclusive communities. Through programs like Young Athletes, Healthy Athletes, Athlete Leadership, and Unified Champion Schools, Special Olympics Rhode Island empowers people of all abilities to learn, lead, grow, and thrive - on and off the playing field.
Our Programs
Young Athletes
Special Olympics Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children ages 2–7 that builds foundational motor, social, and learning skills through fun, engaging activities.
Healthy Athletes
Healthy Athletes is the world's largest public health program for people with intellectual disabilities, providing free health screenings, education, and care.
Athlete Leadership
Athlete Leadership empowers athletes to develop leadership skills and serve in meaningful roles within Special Olympics Rhode Island.
Unified Champion Schools
Unified Champion Schools fosters inclusive school communities by empowering students with and without intellectual disabilities to build acceptance, respect, and belonging through sports, leadership, and whole-school engagement.
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