Special Olympics Louisiana

Special Olympics Louisiana Promote acceptance, inclusion, and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. 🏅

Special Olympics Louisiana offers year-round programs for over 13,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities in all 64 parishes with the help of 12,000 volunteers. We have health, education, leadership, family, training and sports programs for people beginning at age 2 and there is no upper age limit.

Be the energy behind every finish line! 🏆 Join Special Olympics Louisiana as a volunteer for our upcoming State Swimming...
09/02/2026

Be the energy behind every finish line! 🏆 Join Special Olympics Louisiana as a volunteer for our upcoming State Swimming Tournament.

From keeping time to cheering on our champions, you’ll help create an extraordinary game day experience for our athletes. Bring a friend, represent your school or group, and make a lasting impact! 💙⚜️

🔗 Sign up to volunteer here: https://bit.ly/4zSxjKy

09/01/2026

Healthy athletes. Stronger communities. Greater inclusion.

Being an athlete is about more than what happens on the field—it’s about having the opportunity to live a healthy, active, and empowered life.

Through Special Olympics Healthy Athletes®, athletes receive free health screenings, education, and connections to follow-up care in a welcoming and inclusive environment. From vision and hearing to dental care, fitness, nutrition, mental health, and more, Healthy Athletes helps athletes take charge of their health and well-being. 🏃‍♀️🏅

Because every athlete deserves access to quality health care—and every athlete deserves the chance to thrive.

Let’s champion health, inclusion, and wellness for all. 💪❤️

Throwback to the unbelievable energy our family and friends brought to the stands for Team Louisiana. Our athletes give ...
08/31/2026

Throwback to the unbelievable energy our family and friends brought to the stands for Team Louisiana. Our athletes give it their all on the court and track, but it’s the signs, the chants, and the unconditional love from the sidelines that push them to greatness.

To the parents, siblings, extended family, and fans who traveled across the country to cheer us on—you are the heart of Team Louisiana! 🏆✨

Drop a 💜 in the comments if you were in the stands cheering on our athletes!

Thank you to The Louisiana Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism for ...
08/28/2026

Thank you to The Louisiana Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism for supporting Special Olympics Louisiana athletes‼️ Visit ExploreLouisiana.com to plan your trip today!

08/27/2026

Spikes, smiles, and unstoppable spirit! 🏐✨

What an incredible weekend at the Special Olympics Louisiana State Volleyball competition! Our athletes brought their A-game to the court, showing us all what true teamwork, dedication, and sportsmanship look like.

Huge congratulations to all of our athletes, coaches, and unified partners who gave it their all! A massive thank you to our amazing volunteers and fans who brought the energy and cheered from the stands—you made this event unforgettable. 💛🥇

What was your favorite moment from Saturday? 🏐

Check out some of our favorites from the court!

📣 Athletes: Share Your Health Story! We want to hear from YOU! 🤩Do you have an inspiring health story to share? Did you ...
08/26/2026

📣 Athletes: Share Your Health Story! We want to hear from YOU! 🤩

Do you have an inspiring health story to share? Did you recently start a new wellness or exercise journey that changed your life? Perhaps you overcame a challenge, or found a new favorite way to stay active!

We'd love to highlight your journey and successes!

Submit your story today! ➡️ Rebecca Kalifeh at [email protected]

Let's inspire the community together!

Throwback to the Law Enforcement Torch Run! 💙🔥The LETR is the largest public awareness vehicle and grass-roots fundraise...
08/25/2026

Throwback to the Law Enforcement Torch Run! 💙🔥

The LETR is the largest public awareness vehicle and grass-roots fundraiser for Special Olympics. Seeing local law enforcement officers run side-by-side with our athletes carrying the Flame of Hope is a powerful reminder of what community and inclusion are all about.

We are deeply grateful for the unwavering dedication of our law enforcement partners who champion our mission on and off the beat. Thank you for being true Guardians of the Flame! 🏆🙌

LAST CALL! 🚨 Today is the absolute LAST day to scan and donate at Rouses Markets!This is your final chance to make an im...
08/24/2026

LAST CALL! 🚨 Today is the absolute LAST day to scan and donate at Rouses Markets!

This is your final chance to make an impact for Special Olympics Louisiana! Every scan at the register directly powers year-round training and competition for these champion athletes.

Got a few items to grab? Make this trip count! Scan once, scan twice, or scan as many times as you want before the day is over! 🥇💛

🙌 Stop by Rouses today, ask to scan, and show our athletes some love!

FINAL COUNTDOWN! Time is running out to support Special Olympics Louisiana at Rouses Markets! ⏰💥Our fundraiser ends TOMO...
08/23/2026

FINAL COUNTDOWN! Time is running out to support Special Olympics Louisiana at Rouses Markets! ⏰💥

Our fundraiser ends TOMORROW, August 24th! Every scan at checkout sends vital support to incredible athletes across Louisiana. Don’t wait—ask to scan at the register today, and remember, you can scan as many times as you’d like before time runs out!

🛒 Head to your local Rouses, scan as many times as you want, and make every second count!

Clear vision = a clearer path to victory! 🏆Thanks to Special Olympics Lions Clubs International Foundation Opening Eyes ...
08/21/2026

Clear vision = a clearer path to victory! 🏆

Thanks to Special Olympics Lions Clubs International Foundation Opening Eyes Healthy Athletes discipline, Special Olympics Louisiana athletes receive free vision screenings, prescription glasses, and sports eyewear. 👓✨

Together, we’re keeping our eyes on inclusion! 👁️❤️

Address

1010 W. 21st Avenue
Covington, LA
70433

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 2:30pm

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+19853456644

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