Special Olympics Southern California - Region 1

11/19/2025

Hey Santa Barbara! Looking for plans on December 2nd? We’ve got you covered! Join us at Eureka! Santa Barbara for Tip a Cop from 5pm-9pm. See you there!

11/11/2025

🤝 Want to make a difference in a unique way? Support Special Olympics Southern California by donating goods or services! Your in-kind contributions help fuel our mission and empower athletes across Southern California.

🎁 Whether it's equipment, event space, printing, or professional services, every donation counts.

🔗 Learn more & get involved: sosc.org/goodsservices

11/11/2025

09/28/2025

09/27/2025

05/18/2025

We appreciate the efforts of Santa Barbara law enforcement and Petrini's restaurant for organizing a fantastic Tip A Cop event last Thursday in support of Special Olympics Southern California athletes. The event offered great food, outstanding service, and fun community engagement promoting inclusion.

05/18/2025

What an incredible day at the UCSB Thunderdome yesterday! 🎉 Special Olympics Southern California Basketball Competition brought together hundreds of inspiring athletes for a day full of competition, camaraderie, and pure joy. 🏀💙

A huge THANK YOU to our amazingly generous donors at Toyota of Santa Barbara—your support is greatly appreciated. Together, we’re building a more inclusive and empowered community through sport!

05/01/2025

Santa Barbara Polar Plunge Canceled — Thank You for Your Ongoing Support
We’re sorry to share that the 2025 Santa Barbara Polar Plunge, originally scheduled for May 3, has been canceled. While we won’t be gathering at Leadbetter Beach this year, we remain incredibly grateful for your continued support of Special Olympics Southern California. Your passion for inclusion and your commitment to our athletes means the world to us, and we look forward to connecting with you at future events.

For any questions regarding the Santa Barbara Polar Plunge or future events in Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo or Ventura counties, please contact:
Goretti Ortiz at [email protected].

05/01/2025

Tip-A-Cop happening today 4/30 at CPK Santa Barbara! Come out and support Special Olympics and enjoy great food with fantastic service!

05/14/2024

Join us on Wednesday at Petrini’s for a Tip A Cop. Enjoy a fabulous meal served by SB Law Enforcement officers.

12/14/2022