Who We Are
There are many ways to be involved with Special Olympics Northern California. Find an upcoming fundraiser or special event near you!
What We Do
Special Olympics Northern California is dedicated to promoting unity and empowering children and adults with intellectual disabilities – both on and off the field.
Our Stories
Behind every goal scored, game coached and event supported, there is a story. Meet the people who drive our mission forward.
Upcoming Events
2026 Sonoma County Polar Plunge
Ready to make waves? Join the Sonoma County Polar Plunge at Doran Beach! Fundraise for Special Olympics Northern California and splash into the ocean for a fun day celebrating inclusion.
2026 Fresno Basketball Regional Competition
This Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week basketball season for over 200 Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Fresno, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced and Tulare counties.
2026 Napa Basketball Regional Competition
This Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week basketball season for over 200 Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Del Norte, Lake, Marin, Mendocino Costal, Napa, San Francisco, and Sonoma counties.
2026 Folsom Basketball Regional Competition
Join us Saturday, March 21st and Sunday, March 22nd for the Special Olympics Northern California Folsom Basketball Regional Competition in Folsom.
2026 San Jose Basketball Regional Competition
This regional competition is the culmination of the eight-week basketball season for Northern California Special Olympic athletes. Athletes from 4 different counties will be competing in games and individual skills contests. Volunteers help make sure that the games run smoothly and allow both spectators and athletes to have an unforgettable weekend of competition, fun and celebration.
2026 Redding Basketball Regional Competition
This Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week basketball season for Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Humboldt, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Tehama counties.
2026 Bay Area 5K Run & Polar Plunge
Kick start the Bay Area Polar Plunge with an optional 5K timed run at Alameda Beach, then take the plunge into the bay! Fundraise for Special Olympics Northern California, celebrate inclusion and support athletes.
2026 Fresno Polar Plunge
Jump in and join the Fresno Polar Plunge! Raise funds for Special Olympics Northern California by taking the plunge.
2026 Chico Basketball Regional Competition
This Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week basketball season for nearly 250 Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Butte, El Dorado, Nevada and Yuba/Sutter/Colusa counties.
2026 Bocce Bash
Join Bay Area sports stars, business leaders, and elected officials in the spirit of inclusion at the 2026 Bocce Bash! Play in a fun, competitive bocce tournament alongside Special Olympics athletes, local pros and more.
