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  • About

    Find Your Local Program

    Special Olympics Indiana energizes athletes by organizing 10 dynamic Areas, each led by dedicated volunteers to support County Programs and host exciting regional competitions. Athletes thrive in vibrant community events, competing in various meets to earn their place in state-level championships.
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    Our Initiatives

    Engage with athletes and volunteers across Indiana through our different Initiatives.

    About us

    Special Olympics Indiana engages and energizes athletes and volunteers throughout Indiana.

  • Competitions

    Next up, State Basketball!

    Basketball is one of the most popular sports offered in our program. The State Basketball Tournaments bring together men, women and youth from across Indiana for two weekends of competition.
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    State Competitions & Beyond

    Special Olympics Indiana hosts a variety of state-level competitions year round and participates in a different national or global competition each year.

  • Athletes

    Become An Athlete

    Join Special Olympics Indiana, where 19,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities compete year-round in over 20 sports, enhancing fitness, showcasing courage, and sharing joy. Our Unified Sports® program fosters teamwork and inclusion by uniting athletes with and without disabilities. Be a part of something extraordinary!
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    • GETTING STARTED

      Getting started is easy! The first step is to fill out the Athlete Interest Form. This will help us learn more about your interests.

      Fill out the Athlete Interest Form

    • SPORTS OFFERED

      Join us and compete year-round in over 20 sports, enhancing fitness, showcasing courage, and sharing joy. Be a part of something extraordinary!

      Check Out the Sports

    • NEW TO SPECIAL OLYMPICS

      Whether you're a beginner or not, we welcome athletes of all abilities to join and be part of an empowering and inclusive community.

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    • EXPLORE OUR COMPETITIONS

      From local tournaments to state championships, there are events for every level of ability. Each competition promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and fun.

      SEE WHAT’S HAPPENING
  • Volunteer

    Explore Volunteer Opportunities

    Whether you volunteer year-round, seasonally, or for just one event, you'll create unforgettable moments and make a significant impact. Support over 19,000 athletes to encourage their growth and foster meaningful connections.
    Become a Volunteer

    • why volunteer

      Volunteers are the heartbeat of Special Olympics Indiana! Make a meaningful impact and be part of something transformative.

      become a volunteer

    • become a coach

      Become a Special Olympics coach and drive athlete performance and well-being with exceptional training and support.

      become a coach

    • Event day volunteer

      Volunteering on event day is easy and impactful! Take on roles like referee, scorekeeper, announcer, or awards presenter to make a difference in just a few hours.

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    • local volunteer opportunities

      Make a direct impact and foster a supportive environment by getting involved locally today!

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  • Special Events

    • Polar Plunge

      Be Bold, Get Cold! Show your support and make a splash this winter.

      Polar Plunge

    • Plane Pull Challenge

      The Plane Pull features the ultimate tug-of-war competition! Teams raise funds for the opportunity to test their strength by pulling an aircraft as fast as possible.

      Plane Pull

    • Law Enforcement Torch Run

      Officers and athletes rally together to support The Summer Games and raise funds for Special Olympics Indiana.

      Law Enforcement Torch Run

    • Charity Golf Classic

      This annual tradition unites our loyal supporters for an exclusive outing at one of Indiana’s top public golf courses!

      Charity Golf Classic

    • Breakfast With Champions

      Inspiring events highlighting the stories and impact of athletes, coaches, and volunteers in SOI programs.

      Breakfast With Champions

    • State Conference

      Featuring the Spirit of Special Olympics Awards, the annual Indiana State Conference provides training for program leaders, volunteers, and families.

      State Conference
  • Ways to Give

    Featured Fundraiser

    Athletes preparing for the Plane Pull Challenge
    Plane Pull Challenge

    • donate now

      You can support Special Olympics in a variety of ways with a gift that makes an impact now.

      donate now

    • planned giving

      Consider including Special Olympics in your will or trust to create a lasting impact.

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    • contribute clothes

      Don’t need it? We’ll take it! Donate clothes at over 400 Special Olympics Indiana bins statewide.

      Contribute Clothes

    • become a sponsor

      With events ranging from local to global in scale, there is opportunity for sponsors of every size to support Special Olympics.

      become a sponsor

    • Donate Your Car

      Your vehicle donation gives Special Olympics athletes the chance to develop physical fitness, compete in Olympic-like sports and experience the joy of sharing their skills with others.

      Donate Your Car
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Breakfast with Champions

Start your day with inspiration

Breakfast with Champions events provide an inspirational program that highlights the remarkable stories and impact of the athletes, coaches and volunteers at the heart of our Special Olympics Indiana county programs. Guests are invited to enjoy a free, sit-down breakfast while they hear a visionary leader speech from Special Olympics Indiana President and CEO Jeff Mohler.

The Impact of Special Olympics Indiana

Special Olympics Offers Asher an Opportunity to Shine

Doctors told Jackie and Joe within days of Asher being born that he has Down syndrome. Already nervous about being new parents, a wave of unknowns washed over them. As Asher grew, his personality began to develop. Through Special Olympics, It sparkles. Watch Asher’s story to learn how Special Olympics Indiana has changed lives.

State Office Contact

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Kelly Ries

Senior Director of Donor Engagement

kries@soindiana.org
  • Upcoming Events

Elkhart

Thursday, May 15, 2025
8 to 9:30 a.m.
Hotel Elkhart
500 S. Main St.
Elkhart, IN 46516
Directions

Fort Wayne

Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025
8 to 9:30 a.m.
Parkview Mirro Conference Center
10622 Parkview Plaza Drive
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
Directions

Indianapolis

Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025
8 to 9:30 a.m.
Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center
7001 W. 56th St.
Directions

Check Out Our Photo Galleries

Every Picture Tells a Story

Special Olympics Indiana touches the lives of more than 30,000 athletes, coaches and volunteers each year. Through our Breakfast with Champions events, we bring these stories to men and women throughout the state and share with them the impact that they make through donations.

Special Olympics Indiana athlete Landon Johnson and his first pitch partner.