August Newsletter - Special Olympics Iowa

Special Olympics Iowa is in Phase Two of the Return to Play Plan.

Virtual Softball: At-Home Competition

We are finishing out the softball season with an at-home competition. The competition is open to all members of the Special Olympics Iowa community and will feature base running, fielding, hitting, and throwing events. After submitting your scores for placement on August 23, celebrate your accomplishments during the virtual dance on August 25.

Important Dates

Scores are Due: August 23

Virtual Softball Dance: August 25

Competition Results Show: August 26

Click here for more information!

The 2021 Unified Golf Tour is in Full Swing

Last month we kicked off the Unified Golf Tour with stops in Vinton and Spencer. The tour is pairing individuals with intellectual disabilities with Unified partners (golfers without intellectual disabilities) to compete in a team environment. Golf pairs bring together individuals of similar age and ability, making the day fun and challenging for all.

If you are a fan or supporter and would like to get involved as a Unified partner, fill out the form linked below or email Bryan Coffey at bcoffey@soiowa.org.

Upcoming Unified Golf Tour Cities & Dates

Spencer - August 8

Cedar Rapids - September 11

Granger - September 25

Sioux City - October 2

Click here for more information and to register!

Fall Unified 5K Training Begins August 30

We will be running, walking, and rolling again this fall with our Unified 5K program! All athletes, family members, coaches, neighbors, and friends that register will receive a training guide and tips for conquering the 5K distance. Special Olympics Iowa is partnering with the IMT Des Moines Marathon to provide a race day opportunity for athletes that are able to come to Des Moines for the Principal 5K to compete with an assigned Unified partner. There will be organized opportunities to communicate and potentially train with your partner throughout the program. We challenge you to train hard and set new personal bests!

Fall Unified 5K Training

Training Runs: August 30 - October 17

Click here to register!

Fundraising Central

Texas Roadhouse: Tip-A-Cop

Enjoy Texas Roadhouse for dinner and support Special Olympics Iowa! Present the flyer to the right at any Iowa Texas Roadhouse location on September 13 and 14 and Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchase to Special Olympics Iowa!

Important Details

Date: September 13 and 14

Time: 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Location: All Iowa Texas Roadhouse Locations

Click here to find a location near you!

Download the flyer here!

Coffee for Champions

Join us for the 6th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Dunkin' Coffee for Champions fundraiser happening at 10 Dunkin' locations across Iowa. When you make a donation you will receive a FREE DONUT coupon.

Important Details

Date: August 20

Time: 5:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Click here for a complete list of participating Iowa locations!

Pigskin Madness

This annual fundraiser combines the NFL and raising money for Special Olympics Iowa. For just $20, you have 108 chances to win during the 18 weeks of the regular NFL football season.

Click here for more information and to buy your tickets!

Tailgate for Teammates

Tailgate for Teammates is an evening celebrating Special Olympics Iowa athletes, Unified partners, and their supporters — an event full of enthusiasm, team spirit, and pride. There will be great tailgate cuisine to feast on, auction items to bid on, and members of Team Special Olympics Iowa to meet. It's the only pregame party where you can count on meeting the athletes while knowing you're supporting an inspiring cause.