USA Games Athlete Spotlight: Perry Shogren

Hometown: Tonganoxie, KansasYouth Leadership Experience From Tonganoxie, Kansas, Perry Shogren is set to make his USA Games debut as part of the Youth Leadership Experience. A sophomore at Tonganoxie High […]

In June, Team Kansas will represent our state at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games — competing against thousands of athletes from across the country. For many, it’s the biggest moment of their athletic career.

But here’s the reality: getting our team to Minnesota doesn’t happen without serious community support. Travel, uniforms, equipment, meals, and competition fees add up fast. Every dollar raised goes directly toward making sure our athletes can focus on one thing — competing their hearts out.