We are thrilled to unveil Do Something Special, our first-ever brand awareness campaign demonstrating how Special Olympics brings people together in ways that erase lines of division and isolation. The campaign launches today in conjunction with our annual Summer Games at Santa Clara University. The campaign helps redefine what it means to be ‘special’ within the Special Olympics movement and is designed to ignite momentum in our larger NorCal community. It addresses the preconceived notions of what it’s like to live with an intellectual disability and showcases our athletes reclaiming the word ‘special’ as a thing of power: “Special isn’t what we are. It’s what we do.” Each week we will be sharing content that features real Special Olympics NorCal athletes front-and-center as a celebration of their hard work, determination, sportsmanship, accomplishments, camaraderie and more. We invite you to see for yourself in our first spot and how we’re redefining “special.” Re-energizing and celebrating it. Making it our own again. You’re invited to #DoSomethingSpecial, too, by volunteering, donating, or joining our movement. Or simply sharing this message of Inclusion further. Visit DoSomethingSpecial.org for more information.
Special Olympics Northern California
Non-profit Organizations
Pleasant Hill, California 2,259 followers
Playing today for a more inclusive tomorrow
About us
Special Olympics Northern California uses sports to jumpstart change and spark joy. Through the power of play, we unite people with and without intellectual disabilities to create a more connected community. Our programs transform athletes into leaders, and promote acceptance, unity, and respect throughout Northern California.
- Website
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https://www.sonc.org
External link for Special Olympics Northern California
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Pleasant Hill, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1995
- Specialties
- Health Screenings, Education, Sports, Inclusion, Fitness, Health, Sports Competition, Health Education, Non-Profit, Community Development, Volunteer, Coaching, and Special Olympics
Locations
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Primary
3480 Buskirk Ave., Suite 340
Pleasant Hill, California 94523, US
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1401 Halyard Drive., Suite 100
West Sacramento, California 95691, US
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111 N. Market St.
Suite 300
San Jose, California 95113, US
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5670 Wynn Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89118, US
Employees at Special Olympics Northern California
Updates
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Sending thanks to our friends at Cask for your support as a Putting Green Sponsor at our High Tech Challenge Golf Tournament, teeing off next Monday, Sept. 9 at The Olympic Club in San Francisco. Our signature golf tournament and fundraiser, the High Tech Challenge brings business and community leaders together with Special Olympics NorCal athletes for a fun, friendly day on the green. We appreciate all you've done to help, Cask! Have a great time at the tournament. For more info, click here: https://lnkd.in/gMjDUYBP
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There's still time to shop at Safeway and support Special Olympics Northern California! Safeway is raising funds in stores through the end of the month to support programs for people with diverse abilities. Stock up on Labor Day weekend supplies at Safeway through Saturday, Aug. 31 and donate at the check stand to Do Something Special.
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A special shout-out to team Tanium for stepping up as a Putting Green Sponsor for our High Tech Challenge Golf Tournament! We're excited for the event on Sept. 9 at The Olympic Club in San Francisco and appreciate your support. Learn more about the event supporting Special Olympics Norcal - and sign up to play yourself! https://lnkd.in/gMjDUYBP
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Thanks to our friends at EY for supporting Special Olympics NorCal as a Bronze Medal Sponsor for the High Tech Challenge Golf Tournament next month! Proceeds from the event on Sept. 9 at the prestigious The Olympic Club in San Francisco fund free Special Olympics programs and events across Northern California all throughout the year. Want to join in? Register to play or participate in the auction and awards reception here: https://lnkd.in/gMjDUYBP
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Stay hydrated and support Special Olympics: Through Aug. 31, BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition will make a donation for every drink sold at Raley's. Every purchase benefits our athletes.
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"Always Believe in Yourself!" Bay Area Sports Hall of Famer, San Francisco 49ers star and 3x Super Bowl champion John Taylor talks about the importance of staying positive and making our differences our strengths in the latest episode of The Special Report. #dosomethingspecial
The Special Report | John Taylor
https://www.youtube.com/
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Be like Athlete Leader Ryan and grab some BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition from Raley's this month! Through August 31, BODYARMOR will make a donation to Special Olympics Northern California for every drink sold at Raley's, Bel Air & Nob Hill Foods. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g9heXfdG
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Thanks to Sycomp, Hitachi Vantara and Rubrik for your help in sponsoring the High Tech Challenge Golf Tournament, teeing off on Sept. 9 at The Olympic Club in San Francisco. Special Olympics Northern California's signature golf tournament and fundraiser, the High Tech Challenge brings together business and community leaders in support of our athletes, programs and events. There's still time to participate in the High Tech Challenge. Learn more how you can get involved: https://lnkd.in/gMjDUYBP
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