Special Olympics Wisconsin

Special Olympics Wisconsin Special Olympics Wisconsin is a statewide organization providing persons with intellectual disabilities year-round sports training and competition.
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Get ready to move! 👟❤️ Join our Step Challenge in the NEW Special Olympics Fitness App and stay active alongside a commu...
04/08/2026

Get ready to move! 👟❤️

Join our Step Challenge in the NEW Special Olympics Fitness App and stay active alongside a community that’s all about building strength, confidence, and healthy habits.

📅 Challenge runs April 26 through June 20
🎉 Three lucky participants will be randomly selected to win a prize

Every step you take is a step toward stronger health and a more inclusive community. Let’s do this together!

📲 Download the app and join today:
Apple App Store: https://apple.co/3M8nGU3
Google Play Store: https://bit.ly/4swSflC

Huge thank you to the incredible Madison-based team at U.S. Venture and U.S. AutoForce for stepping up in a big way for...
04/07/2026

Huge thank you to the incredible Madison-based team at U.S. Venture and U.S. AutoForce for stepping up in a big way for Special Olympics Wisconsin!

In just ONE day, their team helped string 500 ribbons that will soon be placed around the necks of our amazing athletes, and then they didn’t stop there. They asked for 1,000 more! 🙌

Because of your enthusiasm and generosity, 1,500 athletes will experience the pride and joy of competition and achievement. Thank you for being champions of inclusion and making a meaningful impact behind the scenes.

Join us for Spring Games! 🏅🌸Be part of the excitement at our State Spring Games, happening April 17–19 at UW Oshkosh!Com...
04/06/2026

Join us for Spring Games! 🏅🌸

Be part of the excitement at our State Spring Games, happening April 17–19 at UW Oshkosh!

Come cheer on incredible athletes from across the state as they compete, achieve personal bests, and celebrate the power of inclusion through sport. It all happens because of volunteers like you!

💙 Want to volunteer? Sign up here:
https://bit.ly/4bmlX7w

Let’s pack the venues, bring the energy, and show our athletes what it means to be supported every step of the way!

04/03/2026

This June, Team Wisconsin is heading to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota, joining thousands of athletes from across the country in a powerful celebration of inclusion, determination, and joy. 💙

Our athletes have trained for this moment, and now it’s time to show them that their entire community is behind them. Representing Wisconsin across multiple sports, Team Wisconsin will take the national stage with courage and pride.

But they can’t get there alone.

Your donation helps cover travel, lodging, uniforms, and competition expenses - removing barriers so every athlete can shine. More than that, your support fuels confidence, builds lifelong friendships, and proves that ability is stronger than limitation.

Be part of something bigger. Be part of their journey.

👉 Donate today and help Team Wisconsin make an impact on and off the field. https://bit.ly/3PHhV13

04/02/2026

What does it mean to grow beyond the game..and come back to lead others?

In this episode of Athlete Voice, we’re featuring PJ Lynch, a Special Olympics Wisconsin athlete whose journey has come full circle. Once competing on the court, PJ is now heading to the USA Games as a basketball coach; supporting and inspiring the next generation of athletes.

PJ shares how his experience as an athlete shaped his confidence, his leadership, and his passion for giving back. His story is a powerful reminder that sport isn’t just about competition, it’s about growth, connection, and lifting others up along the way.

Take a few minutes to hear PJ’s journey and what it really means to grow beyond the game:

👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/4shaF9H
👉 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4tnt0Tt
👉 Apple Podcasts/iTunes: https://apple.co/4v5iCRQ

04/02/2026

From athlete to coach...PJ's journey has come full circle. 🏀

Once competing on the court, PJ is now heading to the USA Games in a new role, helping the next generation of athletes grow, compete, and believe in themselves.

His story is about more than sport, it’s about confidence, leadership, and giving back to the community that helped shape him.

🎧 Full episode of Athlete Voice drops tomorrow!

Listen wherever you get your podcasts!



April is Stress Awareness Month 🧠 Stress is something we all experience, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. You ca...
04/01/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month 🧠

Stress is something we all experience, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. You can connect with our team and learn new tools at Strong Minds screenings during Spring Games and Summer Games. It’s a chance to pause, reset, and take care of you!

📅 Spring Games
UW Oshkosh, Kolf Sports Center (Room 135)
April 18, 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM

📅 Summer Games
UW Whitewater, Williams Center (Room 183)
June 5, 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Looking for something you can try today? Explore Strong Minds Activity Cards for simple, helpful ways to manage stress and stay grounded.

Your mental health matters. And taking care of it is part of staying strong 💪

04/01/2026

April is World Autism Month 💙

A time to listen, learn, and grow in how we show up for people with autism, on and off the field.

Our athletes show us what inclusion really looks like every day through their courage to try something new, the friendships they build, and the way they show up for each other.

Drew’s story reflects that courage. As he’s learned more about his autism, he’s also found his voice and the confidence to lead, not just in sport, but in life.

Explore how to better understand autism and support inclusion in your own community here: https://bit.ly/4v0xQHM

Daina said it best ❤️Through Special Olympics, she found more than a sport. She found friends, confidence, and a place w...
03/31/2026

Daina said it best ❤️

Through Special Olympics, she found more than a sport. She found friends, confidence, and a place where she belongs.

She found a team that shows up for her. A space where she can compete at her own level and just be herself. Where she is supported, not judged.

She shared, “I’m not on the sidelines anymore. I’m included. And that’s all that matters to me.”

That feeling of being included, of knowing you matter, is something everyone deserves. 🏅

Today is the LAST DAY of Jersey Mike’s Month of Giving! 🎉All across Wisconsin, Jersey Mike’s teams have gone above and b...
03/31/2026

Today is the LAST DAY of Jersey Mike’s Month of Giving! 🎉

All across Wisconsin, Jersey Mike’s teams have gone above and beyond this month to support Special Olympics Wisconsin athletes—and the impact has been incredible.

If you stop in today, you still have the opportunity to make a donation that directly supports athletes right in your own community. Every dollar makes a difference.

To the amazing Jersey Mike’s teams: thank you. Your passion, energy, and commitment are truly inspiring. 💙

Sun, games, and a whole lot of fun ahead ☀️🏀Join us for a Field Day hosted by the amazing student athletes at Mount Mary...
03/30/2026

Sun, games, and a whole lot of fun ahead ☀️🏀

Join us for a Field Day hosted by the amazing student athletes at Mount Mary University! From basketball and soccer to co****le, frisbee, tee ball, and volleyball, this day is all about movement, connection, and trying something new.

Athletes will be guided by MMU student athletes and enjoy snacks and lunch along the way.

📍 Mount Mary University, Milwaukee
📅 April 26 | 10 AM to 1 PM

Spots are limited, so be sure to register by April 17 to join the fun!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-AlziOcY5HPlCJ6IXVTL3Q7CEryj6E2YSJB0ff3zBfOMoxg/viewform?usp=header

Questions? Reach out to Leah Forsythe at [email protected]

We can’t wait to see you there 💙

We’re so close! ❤️ When you stop at a participating SpartanNash store before March 29, a simple donation at checkout can...
03/28/2026

We’re so close! ❤️

When you stop at a participating SpartanNash store before March 29, a simple donation at checkout can make a real difference for Special Olympics Wisconsin athletes.

$0.50, $1, $5, or $10 might feel small, but together, it adds up to more opportunities to train, compete, build confidence, and find a true sense of belonging.

Find us at:
📍 Family Fare Chippewa Falls
📍 Family Fresh Market River Falls
📍 Metcalf’s Madison (Midvale Blvd & Mineral Point Rd)
📍 Metcalf’s Wauwatosa

Thank you for showing up for our athletes and being part of their story!

Address

6582 Ronald Reagan Avenue
Madison, WI
53704

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16082221324

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