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SPECIAL ISN’T WHAT WE ARE.
IT’S WHAT WE DO.

Watch our inspiring new campaign video to see how our athletes are redefining “special”
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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  INTERVIEWS

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

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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!

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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!

Annastasia Maloney
Bradley Margetts
Dashiell Meier
Haley Ford
Jason Toy
Jennifer Hall
Jessica Lane
Justin Steinberg
Kim Hing
Lindsay Mibach
Louis Manson
Maurice Hollins
Ryan Epidendio
Sophia Iandoli-Perillo
Terence Hong
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