Special Olympics Northern California & Nevada (SONC/SONV) improves the quality of life for people with intellectual disabilities, such as Down Syndrome and Autism, by providing them with year-round sports training and competition opportunities. Our 23,925 Special Olympics athletes participate in 14 different sports, cultivating a variety of life skills and accessing services that improve their health. Through our community-based sports programs and our schools partnership programs, our athletes and their families develop a supportive network that last a lifetime!