Excited to share our next Athlete Spotlight feature! Meet Special Olympics RI athlete Drew Palumbo – a multi-sport dynamo, with track and snowshoeing as his top picks. Beyond the field, he's honing his public speaking skills, eager to inspire with his story one day. Let's unite in…

GIVE A LITTLE. GAIN A LOT. Volunteer with Special Olympics RI and be part of something truly meaningful. CLICK the image to watch our inspiring video, then visit our website to learn more! youtu.be/pY7VXjwLlJ4

We're thrilled to announce the addition of Stephanie Palladini as our inaugural Chief Mission Officer! Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Stephanie as she joins our team. Learn more about the details of her appointment by checking out the press release announcing…

#401Gives is happening today through 6pm tomorrow, April 2. Any donation, big or small, helps to ensure Special Olympics RI athletes continue to enjoy the transformative power of sports year-round, all at no cost to them. To support our athletes, visit: 401gives.org/organizations/…

Let’s shine the spotlight on Emily MacLaughlin, a remarkable Special Olympics RI athlete! Emily's compassionate spirit and love for fun shine through in all she does. She's dedicated to personal growth and aims to be a voice for athletes who may not have one. Join us in celebrating…

From childhood friendship to Super Plunge passion! Patrick Mulcahy's journey with Special Olympics RI started with a bond that led him to dive into our mission headfirst. Now, after a decade of dedicated volunteering alongside his dear friend Dan O’Neil, providing security at our…

Meet Dan O'Neil, a first-time Super Plunger and a dedicated volunteer for Special Olympics RI! For over 17 years, Dan has passionately supported our organization through the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Rhode Island. From leading security at our Summer Games and

Today, on #WorldDownSyndromeDay , let's spread love and awareness! ❤️Share this post if you're proud to love someone with Down syndrome. Let's also take a moment to reflect on the power of inclusion. Let's strive to educate and advocate for acceptance, ensuring that every…

Introducing Brittany Carpenter, a first-time Super Plunger! Her story epitomizes the infectious drive to support Special Olympics RI athletes. From early volunteer work to encounters with inspiring athletes through her jobs, Brittany caught the 'Get Involved' bug! Richmond Police…

Introducing Mike Horan, a ‘plunger extraordinaire’ and a shining example of dedication to Special Olympics Rhode Island. Not only is he a vital part of our Torch Run Super Plunge team, he’s also been a leading fundraiser for our annual Penguin Plunge for an impressive 19 years.…

Dive into our ongoing Plunging for a Purpose series with Super Plunger Mac Hindle! Known for his cool, calm nature as a Police Officer with the Hopkinton Police Department, Mac finds pure joy in every moment of the Super Plunge experience. Why does he love it so much? Just like…

Like father, like son! Meet David and Jon Ricciarelli, a dynamic father/son duo who've been Super Plunging together for Special Olympics RI athletes since 2019. Click the link for inspiration and to support the Super Plunge! 👉specialolympicsri.org/jon-david-ricc…

Exciting events are on the horizon, including Plunge Weekend! Support our amazing athletes and fundraising initiatives! Visit specialolympicsri.org for details!

Introducing Mark & Ann-Marie Brasil – two incredibly dedicated Torch Run Super Plungers and outstanding volunteers for Special Olympics RI! As they prepare for this year's 24-Hour Super Plunge on March 23-24, they're sharing their inspiring stories of involvement and their passion for…

Thrilled to introduce Michael Bullock, one of our 2024 Torch Run Super Plungers! With his infectious positivity, Michael has been Super Plunging since 2017, becoming the first Special Olympics RI athlete to complete all 24 plunges annually. His ability to inspire others led him to…

Introducing Bill Ziehl, Torch Run Super Plunger and Co-Director of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Rhode Island! Bill's passion for Special Olympics RI runs deep, with years of dedicated support preceding his involvement in the Super Plunge. Since 2016, he's tackled…

Check out our latest Athlete Spotlight featuring Jeff Pete Jr. from Special Olympics RI! Click the link to discover Jeff's basketball skills, his culinary dreams, and his dedication to being a role model. Let's celebrate Jeff's resilience and achievements together!…