Special Olympics New York Email Format
Spectator SportsNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Special Olympics New York runs year-round sports training and Olympic-type competitions for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, offering opportunities to improve physical fitness, show courage, experience joy, and build friendship within the community. It serves more than 48,000 registered athletes and unified partners, making it the largest program in the United States and among the largest in the world. The organization is headquartered in Schenectady, with regional offices across Long Island, New York City, Hudson Valley, Central, Western, Capital and Genesee regions. Operating within the spectator sports field, the program centers on inclusive participation and shared athletic experiences for people with intellectual disabilities and their communities. A notable recent development is a 2025 collaboration with Azuna that demonstrates ongoing partnerships to support the organization's mission.