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Feb 24, 2021

SONC Employee & Coach Raises $30K for Special Olympics

Double-Dipper. Triple-Dipper. Clerical Assistant. Cowboy. Coach. Dan Anisman goes by a variety of...
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Jan 20, 2021

Fall 2020 Teachers of the Season

The Teacher of the Season recognition lauds educators who demonstrate exemplary commitment to their...
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Dec 02, 2020
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SONC Honors 2019 Volunteers of the Year

Special Olympics Northern California (SONC) is proud to recognize an outstanding group of...
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May 27, 2020
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Chevron Demonstrates the Personal Impacts of Corporate Partnerships

If you’ve ever had the chance to experience the annual Special Olympics Northern California (SONC)...
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Jan 15, 2020

Touro University Students Help Build the Future of Inclusive Health

Ignited by their personal backgrounds and a shared passion for serving others, a group of students...
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Jul 26, 2019

Three Things I Learned Volunteering for Special Olympics Northern California - And Why I’ll Do It Again

By Sarah Damele Wells Fargo East Bay Commercial Banking Working for Wells Fargo, I’m surrounded by...
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Jun 04, 2019

2018 SONC Volunteers of the Year

Every year, there are thousands of volunteers who dedicate their time and resources to the athletes...
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May 15, 2019

Special Olympics & MPUSD Honors Legacy of Daniel Lizarraga

The 2019 Monterey County School Games had nearly everything: 700+ students in special and general...
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Mar 01, 2019

Local Student Organizes Impactful Yuba Sutter Spring Shootout

Yuba City High School senior Isabelle has an impressive list of accomplishments. She is a 4.0...
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Oct 31, 2018

SONC Coach Receives 49ers Unity Award

Retired Lieutenant John Hohmann was recognized with the San Francisco 49ers Perry/Yonamine Unity...
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