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Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.

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Our Stories

Special Olympics RI Magazine

October 1, 2019 | No Comments

Welcome to the 2019 October Edition of Special Olympics Rhode Island Magazine. This month’s show features interviews with Dennis DeJesus, CEO of Special Olympics Rhode Island and Chris Raia, Dunkin’ Representative; Haileigh[...]

Healthy Fall Activities!

September 18, 2019 | No Comments

Hello everyone! It’s that time of year; the air is cooler, the leaves are changing…its Fall in New England! I love the Fall! One of[...]

2019 Hall of Fame Inductee – Marc Williams

August 1, 2019 | No Comments

Marc Williams is an exceptional athlete who has been competing in Special Olympics Rhode Island for over 40 years, beginning with Pleasant View School, Birch[...]