Special Olympics is a national and worldwide competition that features athletes with mental retardation (or closely-related developmental disabilities). The local program, The Special Olympics Of North Carolina, 1) gives athletes an opportunity to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy in competition, and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills, and friendship with their families, other athletes, and the community; 2) gives spectators a chance to cheer on these athletes who train throughout the year; 3) gives volunteers the opportunity to share in the experience, as they assist the athletes and competition organizers in presenting a wonderful event.

Athletes can learn more about participating in Brunswick County Special Olympics by following this link.

Volunteers can learn more about participating in Brunswick County Special Olympics by following this link.