Ties & Tennies Gala
November 6, 2020 at 7 PM - being held virtually in 2021
The Ties and Tennies Gala is the organization's signature event held in southeast Michigan which has the largest athlete population served in all of Michigan.
Special Olympics Michigan would not be able to provide its programming free of charge without the support of donors and fundraisers. Join us for any of our major statewide fundraisers throughout the year!
Polar Plunge
January-March in various locations
Each year, the Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge series challenges thousands of brave jumpers at numerous locations around the state. It's a great way for everyone - individuals, organizations and businesses - to get involved in supporting Special Olympics Michigan. All funds raised go towards year-round sports training and athletic competition for more SOMI participants.
Athletes Like Audrey Luncheon
August 24, 2020 in Grand Rapids
Each year, more than 500 athletes and their families from across the state travel to Grand Rapids to compete in the State Basketball Finals. Join the Secchia, Jandernoa, Korte, and Custer families at the Athletes Like Audrey Luncheon where all proceeds will help to build a sustaining fund for the State Basketball Finals to ensure that athletes of all abilities can continue competing for generations to come.
Row-4-Dough
Various dates and locations throughout the year
Teams of 10 pull on a row machine the distance of a marathon (26.2 miles) in the shortest amount of time. Think you have what it takes? Grab some friends, get pumped and register today!
LETR Run Week
September 11-18 - being held virtually in 2020
Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Run Week is going virtual in 2020! Through this Virtual Run Week we are going to keep the Flame of Hope for our athletes alive by running, jogging or walking in your local community and help to raise funds and awareness for those who have experienced social isolation throughout their lives. While this isn't the traditional Run Week this year we want to keep the tradition going.
Dare to Dream Golf Outing
September 21, 2020 at Railside Golf Club in Byron Center
The Dare to Dream West Michigan Charitable Golf Outing gives you the opportunity to golf with Special Olympics athletes and learn about the powerful programs that Special Olympics Michigan offers within our West Michigan communities.
Champions Together: Virtual Coffee Break for a Cause presented by Amerisure
October 9, 2020 at 9 AM
Grab your morning cup of joe and enjoy this Virtual Coffee Break for a Cause. During this short program, you'll learn about the impact Special Olympics Michigan programming has across the state. Please join us as we showcase our new normal, through Virtual competitions, programming from home, and exploring Return to Play guidelines. Be a part of the Inclusion Revolution by becoming Champions Together!