LONG BEACH, Calif. (July 22, 2019) Special Olympics fans will take the leap to fundraise for Special Olympics Southern California athletes at the Over the Edge fundraiser on August 10 at the Hyatt Regency Orange County. Limited to 76 individual participants, the event will feature participants rappelling down 16-stories in Garden Grove. Participants who raise a […]
By Tessa Sechler Volunteers within Special Olympics could easily be compared to the oil that flows through a machine, allowing everything to run smoothly. From setup, meal services and overall constant support, volunteers are the people that the athletes see most. Special Olympics could not be the success that it is without the work of
by Tessa Sechler There are many businesses and fundraisers that support Special Olympics Southern California, but to some athletes, the AVP Campaign may be the most impactful. From March 27 to April 23, Albertson’s, Vons and Pavilions are asking their shoppers to donate to SOSC during checkout, with the goal of raising $1.5 million. This
April is typically one of the action-packed months in the Special Olympics Southern California calendar, as the spring season gets underway this weekend. The slate of competitions will only get more fierce this year, with flag football officially joining the rotation after spending 2018 as a demonstration sport in Southern California. In addition, a number
Albertsons, Vons and Pavilions, a big supporter of Special Olympics Southern California, will kick off its checkout fundraiser in 345 stores from March 27 through April 23. Last year, the fundraiser generated more than $1.24 million in support of SOSC athletes. Donations at the checkout counter help provide various services and equipment for SOSC athletes,
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The 2019 calendar year brings another round of great experiences to Special Olympics Southern California athletes and supporters, and a few returning events. Throughout the year, WeAreSOSC and our social media channels will be highlighting the people and moments that have shaped the organization\’s first 50 years. To start it off, there\’s no better place
The inaugural Law Enforcement Torch Run Unified flag football tournament brought together 160 Special Olympics Southern California athletes and local law enforcement officers over the weekend, and two teams were left standing heading into Sunday afternoon’s championship game. LAPD Operations West Bureau Badgers claimed the trophy, outlasting OC Lawmen in a 16-6 contest at Los
Special Olympics Southern California\’s Cop on a Rooftop fundraiser grew in Year 2, while athletes were fine-tuning their skills this past week in preparation for Fall Games. Cop on a Rooftop Thanks to law enforcement agencies across our footprint, Special Olympics Southern California raised $42,200 this year for the Cop on a Rooftop fundraiser at
WHO/WHAT: Special Olympics Southern California Pier del Sol Food & Spirit Festival Media Events and Opportunities WHERE: Santa Monica Pier & Pacific Park (200 Santa Monica Pier, Suite A Santa Monica, CA 90401) WHEN: Sunday, October 14 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. BASICS: On October 14, join some of the best chefs and restaurants in Los Angeles as
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By Austin Gould Pink’s Hot Dogs is ready to join the party and celebrate Special Olympics\’ 50th anniversary. Pink’s Hot Dogs is the Honorary Chef for the 22nd annual Pier del Sol at Santa Monica Pier and Pacific Park on October 14 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.. Richard Pink, the owner of Pink’s Hot Dogs and
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