Special Olympics Southern California Email Format
Spectator SportsCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
Special Olympics Southern California is a regional nonprofit in the spectator sports sector, operating as part of the global Special Olympics movement. Founded in 1969 by Olympic decathlon gold medalist Rafer Johnson, the organization is based in Long Beach, California. Its programs support children and adults with intellectual disabilities by fostering physical fitness, motor skills, and self-confidence, with all programs provided at no cost to athletes and their families. The organization engages in partnerships and events, including a yearly collaboration with the John R. Wooden Award to host the Wooden Award Special Olympics Southern California Basketball Tournament. In 2025, SOSC partnered with Zūm Services, Inc. to provide transportation for the Summer Games Championship, illustrating collaboration to support athletes within the Southern California community.