Special Olympics AR

Providing year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic type sports for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

[Conway Police Dept. @ConwayPolice]

This weekend, our officers attended the 🔴@SOArkansas Regional Unified Powerlifting event. Some even competed as Unified Partners alongside the athletes! Proud to celebrate inclusion and teamwork.

#ChooseToInclude #PlayUnified #PassTheRedBall #LETRforSO

[Special Olympics AR @SOArkansas]

Thank you for supporting our program and athletes!

[Sarah Huckabee Sanders @SarahHuckabee]

It is about highlighting ability, not disability.

It’s about highlighting community, not just competition.

Today we broke ground on @SOArkansas’s new legacy building. Thank you to the donors, volunteers, and staff members behind this project. Arkansas is a better state thanks to your work.

[Northwest Arkansas Naturals @nwanaturals]

Our 2024 STAR WARS Jersey auction is now LIVE. Fans can bid online for the jersey of their favorite player, coach, or mascot through Saturday night at 8pm CST. Thanks to the NWA Board of Realtors, ALL of the proceeds will benefit @SOArkansas.

Details ▶️ https://t.co/t2Dr08Zd5m

[SONA @SONorthAmerica]

From the track to the speaking circuit! @SOArkansas athlete Amy Price will join a distinguished panel of guests from @PublicHealth to discuss the unique needs and obstacles of people with intellectual disabilities. Join here: https://t.co/CPVVSmc4R0 #InclusiveHealth #NPHW

[SONA @SONorthAmerica]

"I've seen so much growth in people with and without intellectual disabilities." -Breanna Taylor, Teacher, @SOArkansas #SOHillDay

Thank you, @JohnBoozman for meeting with us today!

[Special Olympics AR @SOArkansas]

Thanks for coming! ❤️

[NWADemGaz Photos @NWADemGazPhotos]

Kaya Kidd, Bentonville police officer, takes a shot Friday Oct. 27, 2023 at Topgolf in Rogers during Tip-A-Cop Top fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics Arkansas. The event continues Saturday Oct. 28, 2023 from 10:00 A.M to 9:00 P.M.  @topgolf @SOArkansas

[AY Magazine is About You @AYisAboutYou]

Soaring Higher: Special Olympics Arkansas to Build Updated Headquarters in North Little Rock

@SOArkansas
https://t.co/0RnsVgo3IN

[Conway Police Dept. @ConwayPolice]

The Conway Police Department has been a proud supporter of @SOArkansas for many years. We always do our best to participate in local sporting events, help with fundraising, and interact with athletes any opportunity we get.

This year, CPD received an earned torch for being one of the leading fundraising agencies in the State of Arkansas. The torch signifies the “Flame of Hope,” which is carried by law enforcement officers and athletes into the opening ceremonies of local competitions, state, national, and world games. As “Guardians of the Flame,” it is truly an honor to receive our very own torch, as it is a symbol of power and vision of Special Olympics to bring more attention and participation to people with intellectual and multiple disabilities.

“Special Olympics is one of the most rewarding parts of my career,” said Officer Anna Hilburn. “Initially, it was about giving back and being a part of a community, but the more involved I became, the more it was about warming my heart and receiving love from the Special Olympics family.”

You may have seen Officer Hilburn on our social media lately. She is one of our new canine officers and her dog’s name is Torch. The name “Torch” was actually chosen to represent the Law Enforcement Torch Run for
Special Olympics Arkansas which CPD participates in each year. It symbolizes Officer Hilburn’s commitment to raising awareness for the organization.

“K9 has been a life goal of mine,” said Officer Hilburn. “Achieving this position means more to me than I’ll ever be able to express. So, I wanted to name my dog something that was equally close to my heart.”

Our agency is very lucky to be as involved with as we are with Special Olympics Arkansas. The positivity and inclusivity of this organization is truly incredible, and we are so thankful for the relationship we have built with them.

#conwayarpolice #committedtothecommunity #specialolympics #lawenforcementtorchrun #bettertogether

[Hilary Hunt @Hilary_TV]

Had the best time @SpOlympicsAr sports camp to wrap up @dj45williams & I’s summer camp tour! So many great camps in Arkansas. Watch @KARK4News next Tuesday!

[Hilary Hunt @Hilary_TV]

.@dj45williams the ultimate hype man at @SpOlympicsAr sports camp!

[Pathfinder Inc. @PathfinderIncAR]

Today wraps up @SOArkansas Sports Camp 2, and we are so proud of our athletes who participated! They worked hard, played well, & had fun along the way. Thanks to SOAR for making this opportunity available, & our athletes for representing us so well!

[AR Money & Politics @amppob]

Special Olympics Arkansas (SOAR) has launched a “Legacy for Inclusion” for a permanent home in North Little Rock.

@SOArkansas
https://t.co/6fhC0F6Y0z

[Conway Police Dept. @ConwayPolice]

Come show support for @SOArkansas at the Boots & Badges Blood Drive! We are very excited to partner with @OurBloodInst, @CountyFaulkner, & CFD to host this blood drive! Scan the QR Code in the graphic to schedule your appt now! 🚔🚒🩸#conwayarpolice #bootsandbadges #blooddrive

[Northwest Arkansas Naturals @nwanaturals]

ICYMI - our online auction is now LIVE for the #NWANaturals Star Wars Night Jerseys. Don't wait though as the auction ends at 8pm CST on Friday. Thanks to the NWA Board of Realtors, @SOArkansas will receive all of the proceeds from the auction.

Bid ▶️ https://t.co/Qp5hJmCq8J

[Harding University @HardingU]

#HUToday: More than 1,400 Special Olympics Arkansas athletes and coaches are back on campus! We are so thankful to the many people from our community and to the @SOArkansas staff who help make this event possible.

[Delta Dental AR @DeltaDentalAR]

Today: Volunteering to bring Special Smiles to @soarkansas, at @hardingu today.
Coached by Larry the Lion and Petey Purple, they are providing oral exams, handing out oral health resources and identifying community connections.
Let's cheer them on!!! #focusoncommunity

[Special Olympics AR @SOArkansas]

Thank you @SarahHuckabee!

[Sarah Huckabee Sanders @SarahHuckabee]

I was honored to celebrate our Arkansas law enforcement and help kick off this year’s @SOArkansas Summer Games as they carry the torch to Searcy today.

Good luck to all of our great athletes competing this summer!

[AR Money & Politics @amppob]

🏅✨@HardingU will host the 2023 @SOArkansas Summer Games on May 19 and 20. The Law Enforcement Torch Run began Monday, May 15, commencing a three-day journey in which officers will carry the “🔥Flame of Hope” from all four corners of the state.

https://t.co/gT5vQUnxGb

[AR Property Brokers @ArkPropBrokers]

Such a fun night supporting a great cause @soarkansas . We got to spend time with collages/friends, test our trivia knowledge and even took home the first place trophy! 🏆♥️ #arkansaspropertybrokers #trivianight #APB #yourlocationisoutmotiviation