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SOfit & GRIT 920: Building Strength, Confidence, and Community
SOfit, Special Olympics’ evidence-based fitness program, is designed to promote a unified approach to health by engaging people with and without intellectual…
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Vertz Ray Appointed SOWI CFO & COO
MADISON, Wis. – Special Olympics Wisconsin is proud to announce the appointment of Janel Vertz Ray as the organization’s new Chief Financial…
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HEAR Wisconsin’s Mobile Audiology Clinic Brings Big Wins for Athletes
At each of Special Olympics Wisconsin’s four State Games throughout the year, HEAR Wisconsin’s Mobile Audiology Clinic (MAC) rolls in to provide…
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Breaking Down Barriers: Free Physical Day Opens Doors for Student Athletes in Green Bay
On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, Syble Hopp School in De Pere was transformed into a hub of opportunity, wellness, and inclusion. Special…
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Breaking Barriers to Health and Opportunity: MedFest Empowers Special Olympics Wisconsin Athletes
On a warm Wednesday morning at the Froedtert Forest Home Health Center, a group of dedicated healthcare professionals and passionate volunteers came…
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Kelly’s Health Journey: A Story of Determination and the Importance of Advocacy
For Kelly, a Special Olympics Wisconsin athlete from West Allis, sports have always been a central part of life. Since age 8,…
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Bridging the Gap: Mission of Mercy Provides Free Dental Care
Since 2002, Delta Dental of Wisconsin has proudly served as the exclusive statewide partner of the Special Olympics Special Smiles program. This…
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How Care Connect Is Changing Dental Access for Special Olympics Athletes
For Special Olympics Wisconsin (SOWI) athletes, the joy of competition is central to their experience. But one often-overlooked barrier to overall well-being…
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More Than Medals: Health Takes Center Stage at 2025 Summer Games
Caring for the whole athlete is central to our mission and was on full display at the Special Olympics Wisconsin’s 2025 Summer…
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From Struggles to Strengths: A SOWI Success Story
How Inclusion and Opportunity Fueled Growth and Understanding When AJ was younger, life was a lot harder for both him and his…