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Special Olympics Michigan Advocates for Continued Investment in Inclusive Education During Capitol Day

Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) athletes, Unified partners, educators, volunteers, and staff will gather at the Michigan State Capitol on Thursday, June 4, to advocate for an ongoing financial investment in Unified Champion Schools®, an evidence-based strategy that fosters inclusion, acceptance, and belonging for students of all abilities.

2026 Guide to SOMI Summer Games

The 2026 State Summer Games presented by SpartanNash represent 52 years of in-person competition on the campus of Central Michigan University. Join us for the biggest Special Olympics Michigan event of the year, featuring nearly 2,500 athletes, eight sports, health and wellness screenings, and of course, three full days of FUN in Mount Pleasant, Michigan!

What We Do

Special Olympics Michigan provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Athletes develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy while participating in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship among their families, Special Olympics athletes and the community. The athletes achieve their dreams with the support of caring volunteers, coaches, family members and staff. Donations from Michigan citizens and businesses provide funding for the program.

  • 23,807 Participants
  • 24 Sports
  • 2,954 Active Certified Coaches
  • 23,216 Volunteers

SOMI Programs

Special Olympics Michigan has a variety of programs that promote awareness, inclusion, unity, health, and more.

Special Olympics Health

SO College

Young Athletes™

Unified Champion Schools (UCS)