🌟 ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT: MEET JACQUELINE GLADU! 🌟.A member of the South County Stingrays since 2022, Jacqueline loves bowling 🎳, growing as a leader through ALU, and making new friends. Read her full story 👉

👀 Did you see us on @Studio10WJAR yesterday? 📺.Big thanks to host Mario Hilario for featuring our President & CEO, @EdwinPacheco, and Michelle Lizotte of Under the Willow Bakery, as they previewed Savor the Flavors of RI! 🍴✨Watch the segment below. Then, get tickets and join.

🌊 Athletes rode a wave of inclusion this summer at our 3 Surf Camps with @GnomeSurf & @JTNOutdoors! From first rides to pro moves, every splash showed the ocean is for everyone. 🏄👏. 🎥 Watch the highlights & feel the stoke!

Today’s forecast: 90° and sunny ☀️. January 1, 2026’s forecast: YOU… diving into icy waves 🌊❄️.Will you be part of our 50th Golden Penguin Plunge? 🐧💛

Our CEO @EdwinPacheco shared our 2024 Annual Report today — highlighting a year of inclusion, achievement, and community. Take a moment to check out his post ⬇️.

⭐ ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT: SHAUN PEREZ ⭐.For 9 years, Shaun has been a talented athlete in 8 sports and a leader who inspires others to join @SORhodeIsland .💙He says it’s changed his life in the best way—and it can change yours too. Read his story here: 👉

ICYMI: 🎟️ Tickets are on sale for SAVOR THE FLAVORS OF RHODE ISLAND — our tastiest fundraiser of the year! 🍽️🍷Catch the highlights in this quick-read newsletter & grab your tickets before Oct 2! ⏳. 👉

✨ ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT: MEET GABRIELLE GILIOTTI! ✨.Known to many as Gigi, she’s a proud @SORhodeIsland athlete of 25 years, a leader on and off the court and field, and known for her heart of gold 💛. She’s part of the North Kingstown team, works at CVS, and always puts others

🎉 57 years of @SpecialOlympics ! A movement sparked by Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s vision for inclusion and human potential. Join us in honoring her legacy—today and always. One movement. Every voice.🏆 #VoicesOfVictory #SpecialOlympicsAnniversary

As a proud partner of @dunkindonuts🍩, we were thrilled to join Bill Senecal of East Coast Management and the amazing team at the newly renovated Dunkin’ at 133 Gano Street in Providence for the ribbon cutting of this freshly renovated location ✂️🏠! The day was made even sweeter

🇺🇸 HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY FROM SPECIAL OLYMPICS RHODE ISLAND! 🇺🇸.Today, we celebrate the strength of our nation and the freedom that unites us. We’re proud to stand for inclusion, dignity, and opportunity for all. Wishing you a joyful and safe holiday! ❤️🤍💙.#FourthOfJuly #USA

🌟 ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT: MEET RACHEL GEDERMAN! 🌟.She competes in 5 sports, just graduated from Athlete Leadership University 🎓, and now has her own vlog! 🎥💬 Rachel is a force on and off the field – and a true leader in motion. Get to know Rachel here: 👉

Today, we honor Juneteenth — a powerful reminder of freedom, justice, and the continued pursuit of equity. Let’s reflect, learn, and continue to #ChooseToInclude. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay

🎥 WATCH THIS MOMENT: Dreams came true as athletes found out they’re headed to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games to represent Team Rhode Island! 🎫💥 In total, 26 athletes will be representing Team RI, and we couldn’t be prouder of each and every one of them. We can’t wait to

ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT: MEET BRADY PENDERGAST 💪🏀.Brady is a standout on the court and a leader off it! 🌟 This weekend, he graduates 🎓 from our Athlete Leadership University. Get inspired 👉

🎥 DON'T MISS THIS! @wpri12's @StreetStories12 beautifully captures the journey of longtime @SORhodeIsland athlete Henry Moretti. 🌟Thank you @wpri12, @mmontecalvotv & Johnny Villella for shining a light on Henry’s inspiring story! 💙👏.