Special Olympics
Special Olympics Sarnia-Lambton provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for people with intellectual disabilities, promoting inclusion, respect, and dignity through coach-led and volunteer-supported programs. The organization supports athlete development, Unified Sports and school participation initiatives, and coordinates local fundraising and volunteer efforts to reduce barriers to training and competition in Sarnia-Lambton. Programs emphasize building confidence, community belonging, and opportunities for athletes to compete at regional and provincial events.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Empire Family of Brands Fundraising Campaign thank-you message
Special Olympics thanks every athlete and supporter of the Empire Family of Brands Fundraising Campaign and invites you to swipe through favorite moments from the nationwide celebration. The post emphasizes inclusion, community, and achieving personal bests as the campaign's core outcomes.
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Pride Month message
Special Olympics Ontario marks Pride Month with a message thanking supporters and reaffirming its commitment to inclusive, welcoming sport for athletes and volunteers. The post invites readers to find local Pride events via soontar.io/pride-month, and celebrates community and volunteerism during Pride Month 2026.
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Team Ontario athlete and coach spotlight
Special Olympics spotlights coach Dave and athlete Tim as part of a Team Ontario feature that emphasizes relationships, trust, and years of shared dedication. The piece highlights Tim representing the Tyendinaga Mohawk community on the national stage, and invites readers to connect with the story via #StrongerTogether and #TeamOntario.
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Father's Day community greeting
Special Olympics sends a warm Father's Day greeting to dads grandfathers and father figures in the Special Olympics Ontario community on 2026-06-21, thanking them for their support in building inclusion and confidence in sport. The message celebrates family connection and the important role caregivers play in athletes lives.
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Sobeys Group In-Store Donation Campaign
Special Olympics is running an in store donation drive at Sobeys, Safeway Canada, and Foodland asking shoppers to donate $2 at checkout before June 21, 2026. Each $2 donation will be doubled, amplifying support for athletes like 14 year old Gage. Learn more at soontar.io/sobeys.
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Donate $2 at checkout to support Special Olympics (matched until June 21)
Special Olympics is asking shoppers to add two dollar donations at checkout at Sobeys, Safeway Canada, or Foodland through June 21, as the campaign nears its 1.5 million dollar goal. Each two dollar gift supports a full day of inclusive sports and will be doubled during the matching period, making this a quick way to multiply your impact while you shop.
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Donate $2 at checkout — matched donations
Special Olympics is asking shoppers at Simcoe Sobeys to donate $2 at checkout to support inclusive community programs, with every dollar matched to double the impact. The campaign features Kara, whose 11 years at Sobeys illustrate how participation builds confidence and belonging; learn more at the campaign link.
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Donate $2 matched campaign
Special Olympics is running a matched checkout campaign through June 21, 2026, inviting shoppers to donate two dollars at Sobeys, Safeway Canada and Foodland, with every gift matched dollar for dollar. The drive supports athletes like Yanhong, a 20 year veteran Special Olympics competitor; learn more at the campaign page.
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Support Special Olympics athletes — in-store matched donation campaign
From June 11 to June 21, 2026, participating Sobeys, Safeway Canada, and Foodland stores will ask customers to add a $2 donation at checkout to support Special Olympics athletes, with donations matched to boost impact. The short, in store matched donation campaign features athlete Kristen and directs supporters to soontar.io/sobeys for more information.
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Donate $2 at checkout campaign
Special Olympics is asking shoppers at Sobeys, Safeway Canada and Foodland to donate $2 at checkout to support athletes like Bill. The simple microdonation campaign is presented as an easy way to help athletes reach their personal bests, with additional information indicated at soontar.io/sobeys.
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Checkout $2 donation campaign
Special Olympics asks shoppers at Sobeys, Safeway Canada and Foodland to add a $2 donation at checkout to support inclusive sports, health screenings, and leadership programs for athletes. Gifts are matched up to $500,000, amplifying the impact; details are available at soontar.io/sobeys.
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Checkout donation matching campaign
From June 11 to June 21, 2026, say "YES" at checkout at Sobeys, Safeway Canada, or Foodland to add a donation that will be matched and doubled for Special Olympics Ontario. The campaign supports more than 23,000 athletes across the province with program and participation funding. Visit the campaign link to learn more.
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Celebration of Life for Dr. Frank J. Hayden and Marion
A public Celebration of Life for Special Olympics creator Dr. Frank J. Hayden and his wife Marion takes place Friday, June 19, 2026 at Dr. Frank J. Hayden Secondary School in Burlington, with a reception at 2:00 PM and a presentation at 3:00 PM. The event will be livestreamed at https://soontar.io/live-stream, and the family requests donations to Special Olympics in lieu of flowers.
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In-store $2 donation drive for Special Olympics (June 11, 2026)
Special Olympics is running a one day in store donation drive on June 11, 2026 asking shoppers to donate $2 at checkout at Sobeys, Safeway Canada, and Foodland to help raise $1.5 million for more than 40,000 athletes. This urgent retail fundraiser lets you support local athletes with a small add on at the register.
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In-store donation matching campaign
Special Olympics is running an in store donation matching campaign with participating Sobeys, Safeway Canada, and Foodland locations, matching donations up to a combined total of $500,000. Even small gifts count, as a two dollar donation is matched to become four dollars; visit the campaign link to learn more.
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Photo contest to support Special Olympics athletes
Support Special Olympics athletes by taking a photo with campaign signage at Sobeys, Safeway Canada, or Foodland and submitting it at soontar.io/sobeys-photo-contest for a chance to win a $100 gift card. Entries close June 21, 2026, so stop by a participating store and upload your shot to help flood the feed with inclusion.
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Special Olympics donation match campaign
Special Olympics is running a matched donation campaign through June 21, 2026, where every dollar you give is matched dollar for dollar. Small gifts, including $2 at checkout, count toward a $1.5 million goal, and you can learn more or donate at soontar.io/sobeys.
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Raise $1.5 million for Special Olympics athletes
From June 11 to June 21, 2026 shoppers can donate at checkout at Sobeys, Safeway Canada, and Foodland to help raise $1.5 million for Special Olympics athletes. Every $2 donated supports a full day of activities and gifts will be matched up to $500,000, amplifying each contribution during the campaign.
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Become a Fan
Special Olympics is asking supporters to join Become a Fan to directly fund Team Ontario athletes, covering travel, accommodations, meals, training opportunities, and uniforms. Donate online at https://soontar.io/becomeafan to be part of the team as athletes prepare for August.
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2026 Provincial School Championships arrival notice
Special Olympics says 1,000 athletes and educators are arriving in London in just a few days for the 2026 Provincial School Championships, and the organization is asking the community to help welcome them. For more details and ways to get involved visit soontar.io/draftaschool.
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Legacy of floor hockey celebration
Special Olympics Ontario held a celebration in Newmarket to honor decades of floor hockey and the athletes, coaches, volunteers, and families who built that legacy. The update also notes the organization beginning a new chapter with floorball and links to a full story with milestones and reflections.
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Become a Fan fundraising campaign
Special Olympics is asking supporters to join the Become a Fan fundraising campaign to help Team Ontario athletes travel to Medicine Hat this summer. Contributions go toward preparation and removing financial barriers, and you can donate now at https://soontar.io/becomeafan.
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Passing of Dr. Frank Hayden
Special Olympics announced the passing of Dr. Frank Hayden on 2026-05-20, honoring his pioneering work that led to the creation of the Special Olympics worldwide. Cody Jansma, President and CEO of Special Olympics Ontario, called Dr. Hayden's compassion and vision a legacy that will inspire generations, and the organization links to a dedicated legacy page for further reflection.
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2026 School Championships participation drive
Special Olympics invites volunteers and supporters to Draft A School so entire schools can take part in the 2026 School Championships, a Unified Sports initiative that brings students of all abilities together. Start the process online at the Draft A School link to help your school join and support inclusive athletics.
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School participation donation campaign
Support Special Olympics school participation efforts with a donation that the campaign says will directly fund inclusive athletics for students. The appeal highlights roughly 1,000 athletes and states that 100% of donations help fund school participation, with a link to give at soontar.io/draftaschool.
