June 2024 Change Makers
Chris McElroy Athlete of the Month Chris began competing with Special Olympics Colorado in middle school when he brought home a flyer from his teacher. His family called the number
May 2024 Change Makers
Amaia Kitzman Athlete of the Month Amaia got involved with Special Olympics Colorado last year. She really wanted to play soccer, so her mom found Special Olympics Colorado and got
It’s in the Bag: Supporting Those with Intellectual Disabilities While Supporting Special Olympics
By Brenda Stuart-Ryan, Denver journalist and frequent volunteer with Special Olympics Colorado I have won numerous awards in my career as a journalist, but none are as meaningful
April 2024 Change Makers
Michael Bush Athlete of the Month Michael first got involved with Special Olympics Colorado when he was a senior at Grandview High School, when his then teacher, Cory Chandler encouraged
Special Olympics Colorado is Championing Inclusive Health
By Erin Holloway, Special Olympics Colorado Athlete On a cold and windy January day, I was starting to feel a scratchiness in my throat and something building in my
March 2024 Change Makers
Marissa Powers Athlete of the Month Marissa has been a Special Olympics Colorado athlete for 14 years and has competed in a number of sports, including her favorite, basketball. Marissa’s
February 2024 Change Makers
Jimmy Kropp Athlete of the Month Jimmy first got involved with Special Olympics Colorado when he and his family moved to Colorado in 2019. That year, he competed in bocce,