Sponsorship Information

Athlete smiles for the camera with his medals.

There are many opportunities for your company and employees to become involved with Special Olympics Michigan and help our inspiring athletes achieve their goals. Special Olympics Michigan does not receive any state funding, nor are we a United Way agency. Our programs are free to all athletes and their families.

Special Olympics Michigan depends almost entirely on donations from individuals, corporations, foundations and civic groups in order to offer our programs year-round throughout the state to nearly 20,000 athletes. Your partnership with Special Olympics Michigan will enable us to continue to reach out into your community and provide our services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

In exchange for your financial investment, your company will receive significant recognition and marketing benefits. By partnering with Special Olympics, your company will be associated with one of the most established, recognized, respected and trusted brands in the world:

95% brand recognition of Special Olympics within the United States
95% favorability towards the organization
87% believe it's appropriate for Special Olympics to align with corporate citizens
85% would like to buy a product from a company that supports Special Olympics

Quick Fact

Special Olympics was named one of "America's Greatest Brands" in 2005 by the American Brand Council.

"We're extremely proud of our relationship with Special Olympics and have tremendous respect for the individuals who give their time, skills and passion to the games, as these individuals represent the best of humanity and a level of character we should all strive to emulate in our own lives." - Stuart Elsea, Real Estate One

Our Sponsors

Special Olympics Michigan receives no state funding to support the annual $7 million program. Special Olympics never charges an athlete or their family to participate in the year-round athletic training and competitions. Special Olympics Michigan relies solely on the generosity individuals, organization and corporations to continue to the life-changing program.