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Jason Horton Honored with CSHOF Award

On Wednesday, April 18th, Special Olympics Colorado Athlete Jason Horton was honored with the 2018 Athlete With Disabilities Award at the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet. Along with receiving this prestigious award, Jason was able to meet his hero, former Denver Bronco and 2018 Hall of Fame Inductee, Peyton Manning. Click here to learn more about Jason.

2018 Law Enforcement Torch Run Series

The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is Special Olympics' largest grass-roots fundraiser and public awareness vehicle. During the months of May and June, law enforcement agencies and Special Olympics Colorado athletes will light the way to inclusion throughout Colorado by carrying the "Flame of Hope" during the 2018 Torch Run Series. Click here to find a Torch Run near you!

New Fitness Captain Program

Special Olympics Colorado has a new Fitness Captain Program! Fitness Captains help their team improve their overall health by adding fitness and stretching exercises to their workouts. On May 31st, more than 30 Fitness Captains from around the state will run/walk 2 miles at the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Tribute at the Capitol event. If you are interested in training to be a Fitness Captain, please contact Julie Mancuso at [email protected]. We are also looking for Fitness Captain Mentors. Click here to learn more about becoming a Fitness Captain Mentor.

FirstBank Golf Tournament - July 16th

Grab your foursome and join us at the 34th Annual FirstBank Golf Tournament on July 16th at the Omni Interlocken Golf Club! Your day of golf will begin at 8am with a shotgun start and includes lunch and a silent auction. All proceeds benefit Special Olympics Colorado programs and competitions.Click here to register.

Special Olympics Youth of the Week

Congratulations to Savannah Rock and Mae Robison on being selected as the Special Olympics Youth of the Week! They will also be representing Colorado at the 2018 USA Games Youth Leadership Experience. Savannah and Mae met in middle school, but their friendship grew in high school as they participated in Unified activities like Unified PE, Unified basketball and track, Grandview High School's Unified Club, and the Special Olympics Colorado Youth Activation Committee. Most importantly, they state, "We share the same goal to always have an inclusive community and acceptance for all."

Plane Pull Presented by Subway - August 4th

On Saturday, August 4th, join Special Olympics Colorado and our Law Enforcement Torch Run partners for the 4th Annual Plane Pull presented by Subway at Signature Flight Support at Denver International Airport. If you've never participated in the Plane Pull before, this is your chance! This giant tug-of-war between your team and a 164,000-pound plane is a unique, team-building event that brings Colorado communities together for a friendly competition. Click here to start your team today!

Westerra Credit Union Financial Tip

Summer is around the corner and many parents are trying to find things for their kids to do. Check out Westerra Credit Union's financial hub for games and money related activities to help kids better understand the importance of saving and managing their money. Westerra also donates $52.80 for every new account opened when you mention Special Olympics Colorado.