Special Olympics BC - Grand Forks

Did you know? 🤔 There's a common misconception about who can participate in Special Olympics BC - Grand Forks.

Special Olympics programs are designed for individuals who have been identified as having an intellectual disability or closely related cognitive developmental disability—including FASD and ASD ♾️

Here is what you need to know:

🏅 No Upper Age Limit: From elementary school kids to adults and seniors, everyone is welcome!

📍 Open to the Community: We encourage children, youth, and adults from across the Boundary region to participate.

💵 Just $25 Per Season: One low fee gives participants access to 8 sports from September through June.

🚌 Our Commitment: We work hard at community fundraising to cover facility rentals, equipment, out-of-town competition, and travel fees to keep costs from becoming a barrier for our athletes.

💙 All Skill Levels Welcome: Competition is encouraged but optional. Whether you're trying a sport for the first time, making new friends, or competing hard, there's a place for you! (*some competitions have additional eligibility criteria)

Want more info? Reach out to Debra at [email protected] to learn more about our programs! 🌟

SAVE THE DATE! Special Olympics BC – Grand Forks Season Kickoff!

Gear up for an exciting new season! We’re getting ready for another incredible year, and we want YOU to be a part of it—whether as an athlete or volunteer!

📌 When: Saturday, September 12th

⏰ Schedule:
11:00 AM - Short meeting
11:30 AM - Lunch & Registration (venue and food details coming soon!)

🏆 Fall Sports Lineup:
Floorball 🏒
Bowling 🎳
Club Fit 🏋🏽‍♀️
Swimming 🏊🏽‍♀️
Curling 🥌

📣 Spread the Word!
Returning Athletes & Families: Know someone who would love to participate? Pass this along and bring a friend! Interested in joining as an athlete or volunteer? No prior experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm!

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for location and final details. We can’t wait to see everyone there! 🌟

THANK YOU to the Christina Lake Firefighters Society for having us at your tournament! We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to host our 50/50 fundraiser 💙🔥

We are out at the Christina Lake Firefighters Society Golf Tournament this afternoon! Whether you’re golfing or just dropping by the clubhouse, come say hi and grab some 50/50 tickets! 🎟️✨ Every dollar raised goes directly to supporting our local Special Olympics athletes. Huge thanks to the Firefighter’s Society for having us! Good luck, golfers! 🏌🏻‍♀️🔥

What a fun day on the field! Our team had a BLAST playing alongside players from The Dinger Bats and Fast and Loose ⚾️🔥 Thanks to everyone for bringing the energy and making it a game to remember! 🙌🏆🎉

The perfect ending to a fantastic golf season! ☀️🏌️‍♀️As we wrap up our final practice of the year, we congratulate our athletes for all the hard work, fun, and friendships built on the course. 🌟🙌🏽 We are incredibly grateful for everyone who supported us this year—from our dedicated volunteer coaches to our amazing donors, you make this season possible! ❤️👏🏽 See you on the green next year, team! ⛳️✨

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Phoenix Foundation of the Boundary Communities 🙏 Once again, their generous grant support ensures that Special Olympics BC Grand Forks can keep providing vital sports programs for our local athletes with intellectual disabilities🏅❤️
The Phoenix Foundation plays an essential role across the Boundary by actively funding local initiatives to strengthen our region. We are grateful for their ongoing dedication to ensuring our athletes succeed 🏆✨ Together, we are building a more inclusive community 🤝🌟

We are forever grateful for Dr. Hayden’s life’s work, his passion, and his enduring legacy 🙏🏼❤️

We really enjoyed being part of the recent Community Impact Expo in Greenwood. We had a wonderful time connecting with everyone in the community. 🌟 Thank you so much to the Phoenix Foundation of the Boundary Communities for including Special Olympics BC Grand Forks in such a great event! 👏🏼✨💙

Thank you to all the organizations that participated in the 3rd Annual Community Impact Expo. The Phoenix Foundation appreciates all the work that you do to help us "Build a Better Boundary".

📢 Program Updates! 📢

Hey Team! 🌟 Check out these important changes and reminders for the month ahead! 🗓️✨

🟢 BOCCE

⏰ New Start Times:

Monday (Competitive): 3:30 PM (was 3:45) 🕒

Wednesday (Social): 12:30 PM (was 1:00) 🤝

Coaches Needed! 📢 We need coverage for June 3 & 10. Please reach out if you can step in! 🆘🙌

🏆 Bocce Tournament: Details coming soon... stay tuned! 👀

🥎 SOFTBALL

📍 NEW LOCATION: We are moving to Dick Bartlett #2! (No longer at Angus MacDonald Park). See you on the new turf! 🏟️🏃‍♂️

🏌️ GOLF

⛳ Format: Warm-up at the Big Course, then head over to Par 3 to play! 🏌️‍♀️

🆘 Coach Coverage: Coach Donna is away May 11 & May 18. Coaches, please contact Deb if you can fill in! 📞

🤝 VOLUNTEERS

🎉 Big shoutout to our newest volunteer, Alvin Mehino! Welcome to the family! 🥳👏

📝 REMINDERS

☀️ Stay Safe: Bring your sunscreen, hats, and plenty of water! 💧🧢
👕 Look Sharp: Always wear your team uniforms to practice! 🥇
📞 Be Proactive: If you can’t make it, please call your coach directly! 📱

Thank you all for your amazing participation! Let’s have an incredible month! ✨💪