Special Olympics Louisiana

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Louisiana representing on the National stage!

Special Olympics USA Games is almost here! ❤️

06/18/2026

Healthy athletes are happy athletes! ⚜️❤️

Through the Special Smiles discipline, Special Olympics Louisiana provides vital dental health screenings and education to our athletes, completely free of charge. But we couldn't do it without our incredible healthcare volunteers!

To every dentist, hygienist, and student who has volunteered their time to keep our athletes smiling: THANK YOU! 🙌

Interested in volunteering at our next Healthy Athletes event? Click the link to register today!
👉https://bit.ly/SOLAMedicalVolunteer

06/17/2026

Louisiana, get ready to cheer! ⚜️❤️ Our incredible Special Olympics Louisiana athletes depart for Minnesota this Friday, and they are ready to show the nation what they’re made of at the Special Olympics USA Games!

You don’t have to miss a single second of the magic. You can stream the action live all week long thanks to ESPN! 📺✨

Here is how you can tune in and support Team Louisiana:🎉

🎉 Opening Ceremony: Saturday, June 20 at 6:30 PM CT. Watch live on ESPN+ or Disney+ as our athletes proudly march in the Parade of Athletes!

🎬 USA Games Preview Show: Sunday, June 21 at 11:00 AM CT on ABC.

🏆 Live Sports Coverage: June 23–26. Catch over 48 hours of live competition—including athletics & swimming—streaming daily on ESPN+

View the full schedule here ➡ bit.ly/4xfNbW2

Let’s fill the comments with good luck wishes for our athletes! ⬇️

06/16/2026

Vote for us in the Target app to use target's funds to support SOLA.

Here's what to do:
Step 1: Choose "My Target" in the app or ‘Account’ on Target.com. You MUST change the store location to one of these:
- Bossier City, LA 71111
- Houma, LA 70360
- Lafayette, LA 70501
- Lake Charles, LA 70601
- Monroe, LA 71203
- Shreveport, LA 71105

Step 2:Tap "Cast Votes" under Target Circle Benefits when you press the blue rectangle

Step 3: Find and vote for us!

It's that simple! Less than a minute to show your support for our athletes!!

06/15/2026

Steak tastes better when it’s for a great cause! 🥩👮‍♂️

Support Special Olympics Louisiana athletes on June 29th from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM! Stop by your local participating Texas Roadhouse for a great meal served by local law enforcement officers acting as celebrity waiters. All tips and donations go directly to our athletes.

Can't make it out? You can still support them by clicking the link of your favorite location and donating NOW!

Alexandria ➡ https://bit.ly/2026AlexandriaTAC
Baton Rouge ➡ https://bit.ly/2026BatonRougeTAC
Bossier City ➡ https://bit.ly/2026BossierTAC
Covington ➡ https://bit.ly/2026CovingtonTAC
Denham Springs ➡ https://bit.ly/2026DenhamSpringsTAC
Harvey ➡ https://bit.ly/2026HarveyTAC
Houma ➡ https://bit.ly/2026HoumaTAC
Lafayette ➡ https://bit.ly/2026LafayetteTAC
Lake Charles ➡ https://bit.ly/2026LakeCharlesTAC
Slidell ➡ https://bit.ly/2026SlidellTAC
Ruston ➡ https://bit.ly/2026RustonTAC
West Monroe ➡https://bit.ly/2026WestMonroeTAC

06/12/2026

Thank you, Chevron, for supporting our athletes!

06/11/2026

We are still feeling the incredible energy, determination, and pure joy from this year’s Summer Games! 🏅🏃‍♂️

From the breathtaking finishes on the track to the unforgettable moments of teamwork and sportsmanship, our athletes showed us all what it means to be a champion.

Look back at some of our favorite moments, and drop a❤️ in the comments to shout out your favorite athlete or team!

06/10/2026

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Team Louisiana is bringing the passion, soul, and unbeatable spirit of the Pelican State to the games. Geaux, Team Louisiana!

We can't wait to welcome their delegation to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games!

06/10/2026

Camp Shriver took place last week in Baton Rouge! Camp Shriver is an inclusive Unified Sports® camp modeled after the original camp at the home of Special Olympics Founder Eunice Kennedy Shriver as a precursor to Special Olympics. These camps are designed to provide a Unified Sports experience for young people with and without intellectual disabilities.