• 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.
    Find Your Community

    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, Fall Games!

    Each fall, state tournaments are held at multiple locations in eight traditional and Unified sports, including: cornhole, distance run and walk, flag football, golf, equestrian, soccer, softball, and unified volleyball.
    Explore the Competition

    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.

  • Sports

    Explore our Sports

    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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    For Coaches

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

    For Athletes

    Our programs build skills, confidence, and relationships, creating a supportive community where inclusion thrives.

  • 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
  • Special Events
  • Ways to Give

    Featured Fundraiser

    Special Olympics Volunteers
    Plane Pull Challenge
Polar Plunge

Polar Plunge

Thanks to everyone for being bold and getting COLD.

Thank you for celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Special Olympics Indiana’s signature fundraiser, the Polar Plunge®, these past few months! Together, we broke records and created lasting change in the lives of those we serve.

As participants in Special Olympics Indiana’s signature annual fundraiser, you need to raise a minimum of $99 for the opportunity to plunge at one of the 19 different locations across the state. The Polar Plunge is a bucket-list event, challenging individuals and teams to take an icy dip to demonstrate their commitment to the cause. Activities vary and may include a costume contest and After Splash Bash where participants can warm up, enjoy refreshments and receive awards for their fundraising efforts. All proceeds directly support training and competition opportunities for the more than 19,000 Special Olympics athletes throughout the state.

To learn more about the 2025 season, sign up for the Polar Plunge newsletter by clicking the button to the right! Polar Plunge registration will open in early November!

State Office Contact
Scott Furnish
Vice President of Development & CDO

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