Special Olympics Auckland

Auckland

Special Olympics Auckland was started in 1986 and offers regular sports training and competition for people with an intellectual disability. We are part of an international movement started in 1968 by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, As the title of a recent books points out she was "The Kennedy who changed the World."

For some athletes the experience of participating in sport can be a life changing, boosting self confidence and helping to promote a "Can Do" attitude. For many it provides the social interaction we all need to thrive and grow.

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Special Olympics provide sports training and competition and social activities for people with intellectual disabilities.Participation in competition can lead to selection for National and International events.

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Matt on 31 Jul 2025 Running for Inclusion: 5 Races, 5 Weeks, 1 Goal. Get Special Olympics Auckland to the National Summer Games.

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Ellie Long

Mattttttttt 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹 thanks for being an incredible human! We love you!

Guest Donor on 29 Jul 2025 Running for Inclusion: 5 Races, 5 Weeks, 1 Goal. Get Special Olympics Auckland to the National Summer Games.

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Ellie Long

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Vivienne on 28 Jul 2025 Running for Inclusion: 5 Races, 5 Weeks, 1 Goal. Get Special Olympics Auckland to the National Summer Games.

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Ellie Long

Thank you so much Vivienne! ❤️

Brett on 28 Jul 2025 Running for Inclusion: 5 Races, 5 Weeks, 1 Goal. Get Special Olympics Auckland to the National Summer Games.

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Ellie Long

Thanks Brett! We appreciate all the hard work you and your beautiful family do for Special Olympics Auckland ❤️

Michael on 28 Jul 2025 Running for Inclusion: 5 Races, 5 Weeks, 1 Goal. Get Special Olympics Auckland to the National Summer Games.

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Ellie Long

Thank you so much Dad! Your support is always appreciated. We loved staying with you and having you join us!

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