Special Olympics Illinois- Region D

09/14/2026

You're not just pulling a plane. You're pulling for thousands of Special Olympics Illinois athletes.

Your participation helps create opportunities for athletes across the state to compete, grow, and shine both on and off the field.

Join us at the 2026 Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics O'Hare Plane Pull presented by United . Register for the : https://bit.ly/4geYAhb

09/11/2026

Last Thursday, New York Life hosted a volunteer event where employees assembled more than 400 Confidence Kits for our Region D athletes! 💙 These kits are filled with essential items such as sunscreen, deodorant, water bottles, healthy snacks, and other resources to help athletes feel prepared and confident at upcoming competitions. A huge thank you to the New York Life team for putting together such an incredible event and for their commitment to supporting Special Olympics Illinois athletes. Your generosity and dedication will make a meaningful impact on hundreds of athletes throughout the Chicago region!

09/08/2026

Love coasters? 🎢 Ride for a cause ❤️

We’re BACK at Six Flags Great America/Hurricane Harbor on September 26 for the 2026 ! Set your ride goal, conquer coasters, and raise funds for Special Olympics Illinois athletes and Unified partners.

Learn more and register ➡️🔗 www.coasterchallenge.com.

09/03/2026

The Giving Pump campaign has started!

Now through October 31, visit a participating Circle K Shell station and choose the designated Giving Pump to support Special Olympics Illinois. A portion of your fuel purchase will be donated to help fund year-round sports, health, leadership, and inclusion programs for thousands of athletes across the state.

Every fill up can make a difference. 🚗 Locations: https://bit.ly/46AOXoC

09/02/2026

It’s the ultimate tug-of-war competition! Gather your team and get ready to pull a United Airlines aircraft 12 feet as fast as possible, all in support of Special Olympics Illinois athletes 💪
Event Details:

📅 Saturday, September 26

📍Chicago O'Hare International Airport

⏰ Opening Ceremony is at 8:30 AM. First pull is at 9:00 AM. Awards are at 1:00 PM.



Learn more about the 2026 Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics O'Hare Plane Pull at https://bit.ly/4geYAhb. Presented by United.

08/05/2026

08/04/2026

Every duck adopted helps provide opportunities for Special Olympics Illinois athletes. The is more than a race, it’s a way to support the thousands of athletes who shine every day.

Adopt a duck today and show our local athletes you’re rooting for them!

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Presented by Jewel-Osco

07/31/2026

Special Olympics Illinois is proud to be a finalist for the 2026 Cubs Charities Community Awards presented by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation! The awards recognize nonprofits advancing youth development through sports and education.
Help us earn a $10,000 grant by voting once per day through August 21 at https://atmlb.com/4pLpMZa . Voting is limited to one vote per day, per email address.

Vote here: https://www.mlb.com/cubs/community/cubs-charities/community-awards/vote

You can vote once per day through August 21, so don't forget to come back and vote again tomorrow!
Please share and help us spread the word. 💙❤️

07/23/2026

Change for Champions is back at Jewel-Osco, and it’s the perfect time to support athletes like Paige, this year’s campaign ambassador! 🏅🛒 While you're shopping at Jewel from July 8-31, consider donating at checkout to help us make a difference for Special Olympics Illinois athletes across the state. Every bit of change helps create champions.
Read more about Paige and the impact your donation makes: Introducing the 2026 Jewel‑Osco Change for Champions Ambassador - Special Olympics Illinois

07/14/2026

Not long until thousands of rubber ducks race down the Chicago River on Thursday, August 6 – and one lucky duck could win you an all-new Chevy Trax! 🚗🦆

The is a can’t-miss summer event that supports Special Olympics Illinois athletes, including those right here in Region D.

Each duck you adopt fuels year-round programming and gives you a chance to win big.
Join us for the excitement. Adopt your ducks today: chicagoduckyderby.com.

Presented by Jewel-Osco