Special Olympics Connecticut
Non-profit OrganizationsConnecticut, United States11-50 Employees
Special Olympics Connecticut coordinates year-round training and competition for more than 10,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities, alongside Unified Sports partners who compete without disabilities. Through sport, it promotes health and fitness while fostering inclusion and respect for people of all abilities, aligning with a global movement active in 172 countries. The organization operates as a nonprofit focused on social impact through accessible sport. Based in Hamden, Connecticut, Special Olympics Connecticut is a small to mid-sized nonprofit. It relies on a network of partners and sponsors to support its programs and events. In April 2026, the organization appointed Nicole Downes as Chief Financial Officer to lead its financial operations.