News
Keep up with the latest news, updates and developments in each of our regions and across the state.
Media Contact:
Casey Vattimo, cvattimo@nyso.org , @CVattimo
Keep up with the latest news, updates and developments in each of our regions and across the state.
Media Contact:
Casey Vattimo, cvattimo@nyso.org , @CVattimo
8 New York State High Schools Earn Highest Distinction for Unified School in Nation
Eight New York high schools have been named new National Banner Unified Champion Schools, along with three more renewing their status for another four-year term.
Glens Falls to Host 2023 Special Olympics New York State Fall Games October 20-21
Special Olympics New York and the Glens Falls community today announced that the 2023 State Fall Games will be held in and around Glens Falls on Oct. 20 and 21.
How Chick-Fil-A Changes the Game for Special Olympics New York
Chick-fil-A has been ramping up their involvement with our organization and our athletes, and we couldn’t be happier to have their support. In this blog post, we’d like to tell you all about it.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2023
In honor of #HispanicHeritageMonth, we're proud to spotlight Mildred and Jeremy Delgado from the New York City Region!
New School Year Brings Expansion of Special Olympics Unified Bocce in Western New York
Starting this year in Special Olympics New York’s Western Region, eight new schools will join four returning to offer Unified Bocce to their students.
Bringing Inclusion to Your Workplace
Corporations, take notice: Special Olympics New York is ready to bring inclusion to your workplace in a fun, engaging way that benefits the community you serve!
Special Olympics New York Seeks Community Hosts for State Games
Special Olympics New York today announced that it is accepting bids from communities interested in hosting its signature State Summer Games and State Winter Games annually from 2025 to 2027.
Dunkin’ to Host “Go for the Gold” Fundraising Event at Capital District Region Restaurants to Benefit Special Olympics New York
America’s favorite stop for coffee and baked goods will team up with Special Olympics New York to raise awareness and funds for local athletes at numerous participating Dunkin’ locations in the Capital Region during the annual “Go for the Gold” event.
Dunkin’ Hosts “Go for the Gold” Event and Central & Southern Tier New York Restaurants to Benefit Special Olympics New York
Dunkin’ today partnered with Special Olympics New York for the “Go for the Gold” charitable campaign, which raises awareness and funds for the many athletes it supports in the community.
Delta Sonic Car Washes Announce Change Roundup to Benefit Special Olympics New York
Special Olympics New York is pleased to announce a new fundraising partnership with Delta Sonic Car Wash locations in three regions of New York State.
One Coach’s Experience at the 2023 Special Olympics World Games
Special Olympics New York staff member Chris Hughes volunteered at World Games in Berlin, Germany. Read all about his experience in this blog post!
Special Olympics World Games Greatest Hits
The 2023 Special Olympics World Games may be over—but we’ve got memories to last a lifetime. In this article, we collected our greatest hits from eight days in Berlin and gathered them all in one place.