Special Olympics Kansas offer year-round training and athletic competition in 20 Olympic-type sports to children and adults with Intellectual Disabilities.
Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® is an opportunity for schools to intentionally promote meaningful social inclusion.
Staying fit is more than participating in sports. It’s a lifestyle. Learn more about our programming to support an active lifestyle for all of our athletes.
Each year Special Olympics Kansas recognizes outstanding athletes and individuals who contribute to the organization.
Special Olympics Athlete Leadership Programs (ALP’s) allow athletes to explore opportunities in roles previously considered “non-traditional”.
Innovative sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, ages 2-7, designed to introduce them to the world of Special Olympics.
Hays Torch Run 2026June 16, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PMStart: 105 West 12th StreetFinish: 4th and Main Join us in Hays for the 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), where law enforcement officers, athletes, and community members come together to carry the Flame of Hope in support of Special Olympics Kansas. The Torch […]
Joe Metlick Memorial Heroes PullAugust 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMDowntown Colby, Kansas (North of 4th Street & Franklin Street) Join us in Downtown Colby during the Sunflower Festival for the Joe Metlick Memorial Heroes Pull, a powerful and inspiring event benefiting Special Olympics Kansas athletes. This special Heroes Pull honors the legacy […]
Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run & Trails and TreatsJoin us on August 26, 2026, for an evening of community fun and support at the Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run, and Trails & Treats! Hosted at Golden Plains Credit Union, this unique event brings together families, athletes, law enforcement, and local businesses—all in celebration […]
Join Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) supporters, officers, athletes, and community members for the Torch Run – Garden City, an evening event celebrating inclusion and raising awareness for Special Olympics Kansas. The run will begin at Golden Plains Credit Union, where participants will gather before taking to the streets for a community Torch Run route. […]
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.
