Special Olympics South Dakota Newsletter

July 01 2025

ANNOUNCING OUR 2025 OUTSTANDING AWARD WINNERS

Volunteers do everything there is to do for Special Olympics and more. You are fundraisers, cheerleaders, administrators, chauffeurs, chaperones, trainers, coaches, policymakers, trash collectors, referees, food servers, scorekeepers, and everything in between. You serve without salary, without recognition, honors or awards. Special Olympics would not exist without you – your dedication, your work, or your love.

Thank you, volunteers. You represent the highest values of the human spirit and we are grateful for your service!

We made it! Through rain, cold, and stifling heat, we have completed our 8 Week Challenge.

I have been sharing our weekly Top 10 results. Next week, look for our over-all Top 10 plus a few other interesting statistics.

I’ve had a blast sharing this Challenge with you. Look for new Challenges in the future.

If you are registered for the Challenge but forgot to enter your step, it’s not too late.

Nick Mills, Health Messenger

HEALTH & FITNESS

Special Olympics North America Family Health Forum Series

Led by trusted health experts, the Special Olympics North America Family Health Forum Series is designed for athletes, caregivers, family members, and friends.

Explore essential health topics that impact the well-being of athletes and their families. Together, we’ll make this a season of wellness, learning, and connection.

Session Dates & Topics

July 23 Healthy Eating: Building Habits Together Jessica Kirschmann, MS, PhD Student – University of Houston

July 30 Stress Management: Caring for the Caregiver Jenna Lebersfeld, PhD – Special Olympics International

August 13 Family Fitness: Moving Together, Growing Stronger Hanna White, CPT – Seattle Parks and Recreation

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Sunday, August 17

Flynn Park

999-947 E Virgil Avenue

Milbank, SD 57252

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Do you think you’re strong enough to pull a fire truck?! Will your team be the fastest, pulling it 45 feet to the finish line?!

Participants create a team of 10 members. Each team is responsible for raising a minimum of $800 ($50 off for each female on your team, up to a maximum of $300 off). The team with the fastest time wins!

22nd Annual Truck Convoy for Special Olympics South Dakota

Friday, September 19

Saturday, September 20

W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds

100 N Lyon Blvd

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

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Please join us for the 22nd Annual Truck Convoy for Special Olympics South Dakota to celebrate the trucking industry, partners, and law enforcement working together to raise funds for Special Olympics South Dakota.

Click Here to Register for the Truck Convoy