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| Special Olympics- Louisiana |
| Phone No. | (985) 345-6644 |
| Address: | 1000 East Morris Avenue
Hammond LA |
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Special Olympics Louisiana began in 1968 when 15 athletes from Belle Chasse State School competed in the first International Special Olympics Games in Chicago. Now there are currently more than 8,000 intellectually disabled children and adults in Louisiana that participate in more than 100 local competitions in the 13 SOLA Areas and in state-level competitions.
Athletes at all ability levels participate in Special Olympics and they must have some degree of intellectual disability. Special Olympics offers many events to accommodate the wide range of athletic interests demonstrated by its athletes and uses a process to ensure that athletes compete against others of similar gender, age, and ability. Special Olympics does not charge a fee to athletes (or their families) to train or compete.
Special Olympics Louisiana accomplishes its mission through the dedication and generosity of volunteers and sponsors. More than 12,000 volunteers in Louisiana contribute their time and expertise to help Special Olympics reach as many athletes as possible. Special Olympics Louisiana does not receive financial assistance from Special Olympics Incorporated, the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., Foundation, and is not a member of the United Way. SOLA must be self-sufficient in raising its $1.6 million annual budget. Special Olympics Louisiana relies upon the generosity of corporate and individual donations, civic groups, foundation grants and special events to fund its programs.
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