Area Contact Information
305 Special Olympics Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Phone: 573-635-1660
Fax: 573-635-8233
Area Staff:
Tim Schuster, Program Director
Alex Jones, Development Director
Counties served:
Audrain, Benton, Boone, Callaway, Camden, Chariton, Cole, Cooper, Crawford, Gasconade, Henry, Howard, Johnson, Lafayette, Macon, Maries, Marion, Miller, Moniteau, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Osage, Pettis, Phelps, Pulaski, Ralls, Randolph, and Saline
Area Sponsors
Thank you for Sponsoring an Athlete
Help a Central Area athlete today. Your donation helps cover the cost of equipment, facilities, and meals for a year, ensuring individuals with intellectual disabilities can experience the joy of sports through Special Olympics Missouri.
Boone Supported Living LLC
Alia Jones
Zach Robinson
Heather Soberano
Seth Hall
Central Area events
Central Area Basketball
Tournament will take place at Boonville High School, LSE Middle School, and David Barton Elementary. Coaches will receive locations for competition. Souvenirs will be available for purchase at the…
2026 Lake of the Ozarks Polar Plunge & 5K Strut
This “unbearable” event is a unique opportunity to show your bravery as you support local Special Olympics Missouri athletes by walking, running or crawling into the frigid winter waters. In…
SOMO Sum Ups - weekly recaps & headlines
SOMO Sum Ups: May 20- June 9
Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! Train for Life Fitness Programs Our Train for Life fitness program continues…
Special Olympics Missouri to partner with 15 and the Mahomies to send athletes to 2026 USA Games
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is proud to announce a collaboration with Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his foundation,15 and the Mahomies, to help support…
RELEASE: Missouri Law Enforcement Unites for 40th Annual Torch Run to Support Special Olympics
JEFFERSON CITY, MO — Law enforcement officers from across Missouri are set to participate in the 40th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run® (LETR), a significant statewide initiative supporting Special Olympics…
SOMO Sum Ups: May 6-12
Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! Beyond the Field An Evening with George Karlaftis: Thursday, May 8 Special…
SOMO Sum Ups: April 29- May 5
Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! UMKC Unified Intramural Banquet: April 29We wrapped up another amazing year of…
SOMO Brings Health Services to Athletes Through Community Care Celebration
Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) hosted its second annual Community Care Celebration on Friday, creating vital connections between athletes and healthcare providers. Held at the Training for Life Campus, the event…
Missouri May Soon Recognize Special Olympics Unified Track and Field as Emerging High School Sport
JEFFERSON CITY, MO — In a major stride toward inclusive education and athletic equity, Special Olympics Unified Track and Field has been officially recommended as an emerging sport in Missouri…
SOMO Sum Ups: April 8-14
Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! KC Squad: Tuesday, April 8 Our KC Squad event continued last week…
