The
mission of Special Olympics Duval is to provide
year around sports training and competition in a
variety of Olympic-type sports for people with intellectual
disabilities for people who wish to participate,
giving them continuing opportunities to develop
physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience
joy and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills
and friendship with their families, other Special
Olympic ahtletes, and the community.
The ultimate objective of Special Olympics Duval
is to help people with intellectual disabilities
participate as productive and respected member of
society at large, by offering them a fair opportunity
to develop and demonstrate their skills and talents
through sports training and competition, and by
increasing the public's awareness of their capabilities
and needs.
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Upcoming Important
Events
May 15-17, 2009
State Summer Games
(hosted by Disney Wide World of Sports)
May 30, 2009
"Be a Fan" Gala benefitting Special Olympics
Duval
We need your support,
purchase your tickets today. The event will include
live music from DJ Catharsis, excellent food from
local restaurants, and a silent auction.
2009 Gala Poster
Thanks to our many
wonderful sponsors!
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2009 Special Olympics
Gala
May 30, 2009
(hosted by The Downtown Library)
Special Olympics Duval County will provide Jacksonville
with a fun-filled Polynesian Gala.
Hours - 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Ticket Prices:
VIP (All-Inclusive) - $50.00
Food with two drink tickets - $25.00
All-Inclusive - Unlimited drinks and food (alcohol
included)
To purchase tickets or for additional information
please click on the link below:
2009
Gala Information
All proceeds to benefit
Special
Olympics Duval County.
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