Do Something Special

Special Isn’t What We Are. It’s What We Do.

Watch our inspiring campaign video to see how our athletes are redefining “special” and explore the rest of the site for tons of great content!

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Our Athletes Share
More Ways You Can Help

“Just be with and get used to people with disabilities.”
– Dashiell, Santa Clara County

“Research when different sports are happening. You can come cheer on even if you don’t know anybody.”
– Haley, Fresno County

“Talking to the Special Education teacher is a good start. And maybe try and start a unified sports club.”
– Justin, Santa Clara County

“Make friends. It can go a long way.”
– Louis, Santa Clara County

The Special Report

Check out our series featuring conversations with professional sports icons and special guests,
hosted by our very own Special Olympics Northern California athletes.

FEATURED EPISODE

SEASON 3 INTERVIEWS

Todd Clever

Javier Lopez

Ryan Warsofsky

Chris Gonzales

Keena Turner

Rollie Fingers

Steve Bono

Jeremy Affeldt

Ruthie Bolton

Santa Clara University Men’s Basketball

Kerri Walsh Jennings

Celebrating 30 Years

Dave Righetti

Stephanie Nguyen

Athlete Leader Esteban

Tara VanDerveer

Sharks Day

Capitol Hill Day

Jamal Crawford

Sergio Romo

Mike Holmgren

Brandi Chastain

SEASON 2 INTERVIEWS

Brandi Chastain

Mike Teske

Luis Medina

Joe Montana

John Taylor

Jenny Thompson

Jeff Civillico

Santa Clara University

George Kittle

Patrick Marleau

State Capitol Day

Chris Wondolowski

Dave Stieb

James Donaldson

Lorrie Fair

Kristi Yamaguchi

49ers Special Edition

SEASON 1 INTERVIEWS

Keshawn Justice

SUP Susan Ellenberg

Kyla Grogan

Tom Rathman

Will Clark

Capt. Vance Chandler

Lacey Schwimmer

Steve Mariucci

Mario Alioto

Wendy Gutshall

Mark Ibanez

Bryant Young

Patrick Willis

Buster Posey

Frankie Moreno

Julie Foudy

Gary Payton

JT Marcinkowski

George Kittle

TSR Trailer

Special In Action

Want to see hard work, determination, sportsmanship, accomplishments, and camaraderie in action?
All these moments are captured by NorCal athletes during recent sports competitions!

MEET THE STARS
OF OUR NEW CAMPAIGN

Here are the amazing Northern California athletes and athlete leaders who made our video so wonderful. Find out more about our Athlete Leadership program!