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Missouri Delegation Advocates for Inclusion at Special Olympics Capitol Hill Day

February 10, 2025 / Comments Off on Missouri Delegation Advocates for Inclusion at Special Olympics Capitol Hill Day

This past week, the Missouri delegation traveled to Washington, D.C., for Special Olympics Capitol Hill Day, where we had the incredible opportunity to advocate for the athletes and programs that…

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Athletes’ Creativity Shines in My Cause My Cleats Collaboration with George Karlaftis

December 13, 2024 / Comments Off on Athletes’ Creativity Shines in My Cause My Cleats Collaboration with George Karlaftis

This year’s My Cause My Cleats initiative brought together creativity, advocacy, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Special Olympics athletes. Partnering with Kansas City Chiefs player George Karlaftis, the program allowed…

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Kansas City Chiefs’ George Karlaftis Chooses Special Olympics Missouri for NFL’s “My Cause My Cleats” Campaign

November 27, 2024 / Comments Off on Kansas City Chiefs’ George Karlaftis Chooses Special Olympics Missouri for NFL’s “My Cause My Cleats” Campaign

KANSAS CITY – Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is thrilled to announce that Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis has chosen SOMO as his cause for the NFL’s annual My…

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Recap: 2024 Special Olympics Missouri Athlete Leadership University (ALPs) Weekend

October 15, 2024 / Comments Off on Recap: 2024 Special Olympics Missouri Athlete Leadership University (ALPs) Weekend

From September 27-29, we hosted the 2024 Special Olympics Missouri Athlete Leadership University (ALPs) weekend, and it was a truly unforgettable experience! With 31 dedicated athletes in attendance, along with…

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SOMO Sum Ups: September 24-30

October 1, 2024 / Comments Off on SOMO Sum Ups: September 24-30

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events from September 24-30, 2024! Concordia Local Bowling Tournament: Thursday, September 26 Great job to all the athletes…

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SOMO Sum Ups: May 14-20

May 21, 2024 / Comments Off on SOMO Sum Ups: May 14-20

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events from May 14-20, 2024! Training for Life Campus Weekly Events and Classes: May 14-20 We always have exciting events going on at the…

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SOMO delegation advocates for continued support and funding on Capitol Hill Day

February 12, 2024 / Comments Off on SOMO delegation advocates for continued support and funding on Capitol Hill Day

WASHINGTON D.C. – From Feb. 5-6, six delegates from Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) attended Special Olympics’ annual “Capitol Hill Day” in Washington, D.C. to spread the good news of their…

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RELEASE: SOMO inducts 2023 Hall of Fame Class and announces annual award winners

November 20, 2023 / Comments Off on RELEASE: SOMO inducts 2023 Hall of Fame Class and announces annual award winners

JEFFERSON CITY – Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) inducted its 2023 Hall of Fame Class and honored several of its most outstanding athletes, coaches, volunteers and financial partners at the 2023…

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SOMO athlete and employee Allen Tobin shares inspiring health story at APHA Conference

November 15, 2023 / Comments Off on SOMO athlete and employee Allen Tobin shares inspiring health story at APHA Conference

ATLANTA – Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) athlete and employee Allen Tobin shared his inspiring health story on a global stage during the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting and…

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SOMO hosts successful Fall ALPs University Weekend

September 24, 2023 / Comments Off on SOMO hosts successful Fall ALPs University Weekend

JEFFERSON CITY – Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) hosted another successful Fall ALPs University Weekend, Sept. 22-24, 2023 at the Training for Life Campus. “I like to help people, which is…

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