Special Olympics of Greater Knoxville

03/20/2026

Let's go, Yenny!

03/19/2026

We need donations for our track concession stands! We have three Track Meets over two days, and your support is needed to ensure our athletes and supporters are well cared for during the event. More information below. Thank you!

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. All items must be dropped to Rudy Furman at HVA by Thursday, April 2nd. Thank you for supporting Special Olympics of Greater Knoxville!

03/05/2026

⚽️ Calling all athletes in East Tennessee!

The Inspire Soccer League, the first professional soccer league for athletes with disabilities, is gearing up for its second season, and One Knox SC is looking for athletes ready to compete and represent Knoxville.

Tryout information:

📅 Friday, March 6, 2026
⏰ 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 UTK Rec Sports
3620 Sutherland Ave
Knoxville, TN

For more information: [email protected]

01/22/2026

Update regarding State Winter Games.

GATLINBURG, TN (January 22, 2026) – Special Olympics Tennessee has made the difficult decision to postpone the 2026 State Winter Games, originally scheduled for January 25 to 27, 2026, in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, due to a winter storm expected to impact the region. Special Olympics Tennessee is…

01/09/2026

TODAY through January 16 is the annual Torch Icon Campaign at Publix. You'll see Special Olympics Tennessee athletes at stores across the state over the next week. Talk to them and learn about what drives them in competition, listen to their stories, provide encouragement and then support them by making a donation when you check out.

In return, you'll support over 18,000 athletes in Tennessee, and receive great coupons from our friends at P&G.

08/01/2025

Mark Your Calendars for a fun day supporting Special Olympics of Greater Knoxville! Thank you to More Important Issues for sponsoring this amazing event for the second year in a row! 😍

07/21/2025

Thank you Knoxville Moose Lodge 1560! They
Raised $3500 for Special Olympics of Greater Knoxvilleill. We appreciate your support!

05/21/2025

Thank you Special Olympics Tennessee for an amazing experience at 2025 Summer Games presented by Wellpoint Tennessee.

05/15/2025

A great athlete to represent Area 5, Johnny Kelly!

Tomorrow night, during the Lifepoint Health Opening Ceremonies, we will announce our 2025 Alan Bolick Athlete of the Year. Congratulations to all of the nominees!

05/06/2025

Thank you Big Orange Pickleball for hosting a great event today for our local pickleball athletes and for providing our refs!
Also, a special thanks to Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union for your volunteers! We cannot do it without our volunteers!!!

05/02/2025

Mark your calendars to support the best organization around! More Important Issues

04/16/2025

We would like to thank all of our volunteers for their time this week, especially our friends at Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union and Knoxville Utilities Board for their year round support! We love the familiar faces!