Area Contact Information
We've moved effective April 2025!
9237 Ward Parkway, Suite 305
Kansas City, MO 64114
Phone: 816.535.9610
Fax: 816.535.9611
Area Staff:
Meg Ward, Program Director
Christina McDonough Hunt, Development Director
Katie Balint, Unified Champions Schools Manager
Paige Hebner, Health & Wellness Coordinator
Counties served:
Bates, Cass, Clay, Jackson, and Platte
Area Sponsors
KC Metro Area events
SOMO Walking Club-KC Metro
SOMO Walking Club-KC MetroStep into fitness, fun, and friendship with the Special Olympics Missouri Walking Club! We meet every Monday from 10:00–11:00 AM In the event of inclement weather and…
KC Metro-Community Impact Club- Opportunity to Volunteer
We’re excited to share a new Community Impact Club volunteer opportunity with you! Special Olympics Missouri KC Metro is partnering with Flourish Furniture Bank to give our athletes a chance…
SOMO Walking Club-KC Metro
SOMO Walking Club-KC MetroStep into fitness, fun, and friendship with the Special Olympics Missouri Walking Club!We meet every Monday from 10:00–11:00 AM In the event of inclement weather and our…
SOMO KC Metro Cooking Club-May 2026
Learn. Cook. Connect. Eat! We are SO excited to welcome you to Special Olympics Missouri KC Metro Cooking Club! 🎉 This club is all about building confidence in the kitchen, learning…
KC Metro-Community Impact Club- Opportunity to Volunteer
We’re excited to share a new Community Impact Club volunteer opportunity with you! Special Olympics Missouri KC Metro is partnering with Flourish Furniture Bank to give our athletes a chance…
SOMO Walking Club-KC Metro
SOMO Walking Club-KC MetroStep into fitness, fun, and friendship with the Special Olympics Missouri Walking Club!We meet every Monday from 10:00–11:00 AM In the event of inclement weather and our…
Somo Craft Club-KC Metro
Join us for a fun and relaxing time at the SOMO Craft Club! This is a great way to connect with others and express yourself through art. No experience needed…
SOMO Sum Ups - weekly recaps & headlines
SOMO Sum Ups Nov. 16th – Nov. 22nd
Central Area – On Saturday November 15, we hosted our Central Area Bowling Tournament in Columbia, MO. We had over 500 athletes compete with us! We were also fortunate to…
SOMO Sum ups (Nov. 9th – Nov. 15th)
What an incredible week it’s been for Special Olympics Missouri! From exciting events to inspiring celebrations, our athletes, partners, and supporters came together to showcase the true spirit of inclusion,…
SOMO Sum ups (Oct. 26th – Nov. 1st)
It’s been another fantastic week for Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO)! Here’s a look at some of the highlights. North – North Area hosted our first Music Bingo on Friday, Oct 24th. It was…
Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is excited to announce the induction of Dianna Neihouse into the SOMO Hall of Fame.
Dianna was surprised with the honor during the Opening Ceremony at the 2025 State Outdoor Games. For years, Dianna has been a driving force for inclusion, opportunity, and excellence within…
Sum Ups: September 9-15
Central Area Golf Tournament: Tuesday, September 9 Our Central Area Gold Tournament took place on September 9 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Oak Hills. Amazing job to our…
SOMO Sum Ups: September 2-8
Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! 2nd Annual Driving Fore Inclusion Golf Tournament: Thursday September 4 The 2nd…
SOMO Sum Ups: August 19-25
Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! SOMO Walking Club-KC Metro: Wednesday, August 20 Our KC Metro walking club…
SOMO Sum Ups: August 12-18
Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events that took place this week! Southwest Area Soccer Clinic: Tuesday, August 12 What a fun day it…
