Inspired by Special Olympics athletes, longtime volunteer Jura Greely ran the 2025 Boston 5K, proving that passion, persistence, and community can take you across any finish line.
Point32Health honored Special Olympics MA athlete James Day Keith as a "Healthy Hero" for his dedication to fitness and leadership. A multi-sport athlete and swim instructor, he inspires others by promoting health and wellness every day.
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Gregg, a Special Olympics athlete, shares his journey to independent living. He has learned about finances, home maintenance, and self-care. Despite facing challenges, he has embraced growth and hopes others can do the same.
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Jessica Lappin overcomes challenges with strength and joy. She excels in bowling, golf, cheer, and bocce, advocates for inclusion, and shares her journey through the Special Olympics MA Content Squad.
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JoJo Calkins is a determined 4-year-old who never lets obstacles slow her down. From adaptive sports to therapy, she’s unstoppable! Now, her family is running the 2025 Boston 5K to support Special Olympics athletes like her.
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When their Polar Plunge plan fell through, two St. John’s juniors organized a dress down day, raising $1,800 for Special Olympics MA—showing that real leadership means adapting and making an impact.
Inspired by Special Olympics athletes, longtime volunteer Jura Greely ran the 2025 Boston 5K, proving that passion, persistence, and community can take you across any finish line.
Point32Health honored Special Olympics MA athlete James Day Keith as a "Healthy Hero" for his dedication to fitness and leadership. A multi-sport athlete and swim instructor, he inspires others by promoting health and wellness every day.
Point32Health's Polar Plunge raised over $40,000 for Special Olympics Massachusetts, with employees and the foundation coming together to support inclusive sports.
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A Facebook message changed Justin’s life, launching him into Special Olympics MA as a Unified Partner. This initial volunteer role evolved into a rewarding career, fueling his passion for helping individuals with intellectual disabilities.
At just 12 years old, Harrison Mendrala discovered Special Olympics and has now dedicated a decade to coaching—driven by a passion for community, achievement, and building lasting relationships with athletes.
Mark Casey coaches the Dorchester Blue Devils basketball team, where he promotes inclusivity and works to expand Special Olympics programs in and around Boston.
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Unified Sports united Will, Remy, and Rohan, turning teammates into friends. Their bond grew beyond the court, leading to a surprise Celtics game for Will—an unforgettable experience showing the power of inclusion and friendship.
The Curley K-8 becomes one of the first BPS to earn National Banner status for its commitment to inclusion, leadership, and Unified Champion Schools programming, celebrating with a day of events, performances, and a visit from Derrick White
Massachusetts Unified Champion Schools celebrated a historic 2024, with national honors for Plymouth North High, Boston's first National Banner Schools, and Lawrence EEC as the state’s first recognized preschool.
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