The SNOW Must Go On!

Thousands Take the POLAR Plunge for Special Olympics Virginia

February 6 proved fans will stop at nothing in support of the Polar Plunge and Special Olympics Virginia. 2,636 thrill-seekers took the icy dip this year, despite snow, rain, sleet and 30+ mph winds, raising $861,000 (and counting!) for Special Olympics! Now in its 18th year, more than 28,000 people have taken the Plunge for Special Olympics, raising more than $5.5 million.

 

Check out www.polarplunge.com for event photos and more later this week!


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Special Olympics Virginia Capital One Card

You can help 9,500 Special Olympics athletes reach their goals with each swipe of your Special Olympics Virginia Capital One card: $50 donation after first purchase; 2% on gas & grocery purchases; 1% on all other purchases; and up to 10% of purchases at select merchants. Read More


Coaches Needed for 2011 World Games in Athens, Greece

Special Olympics Team USA is searching for head coaches and assistant coaches for all sports related to the 2011 World Games in Athens, Greece. The deadline for the submission is Friday, Feb. 12. Read More


Upcoming Events

02/13/2010
Area 22 Basketball

Achievable Dreams Tennis Center, Newport News VA


02/16/2010 - 03/16/2010
Area 9 Unified Walking Club-Date Change New Volunteer Orientation NOW Feb16th!

Inside University Mall, University City Blvd., Blacksburg, VA


02/20/2010
Highlander Polar Plunge - POSTPONED UNTIL FEB. 20

Dudley's Landing, New River Road, Radford, VA (near Bissett Park under the Bridge)


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2010 Basketball Championships

Success Story

Frank Stephens accepts award on behalf of Eunice Kennedy Shriver

Frank StephensFrank Stephens steals the show at Greater Washington Sports Alliance Sneaker Ball.


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