Let Me WIN.
But If I Cannot Win,
Let Me Be BRAVE In The Attempt.
- The Special Olympics Oath
Our Mission
The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
Want to Get Involved?
Special Olympics occurs at many different levels including town, regional, state, national and even international events. Did you enjoy the volunteer work at the Windham Swim Meet? Are you looking to become more involved in the Special Olympics games? Click here to find out how to get involved at the State level in Connecticut.