Special Olympics Illinois- Region D

Good news, Plunge friends! 📦💙 Your incentives are officially on the move and headed your way. Everything will be shipped no later than June 15, so keep an eye on your mailbox. If anything comes up, reach out to [email protected] — we’re here to help. Thanks again for choosing to !

HOME MATCH ALERT! ⚽🔥 Come see the Chicago Fire Unified team in action as they take on the Red Bull New York Unified team.

📆 Saturday, May 9 at 9:00 AM
📍 Endeavor Health Performance Center Field

The Unified team will also be recognized at half time during the professional match at Soldier Field on Saturday starting at 1:30 PM. Purchase tickets at a discounted rate: gofevo.com/event/SpecialOlympics0509.

This home game is also Teacher Appreciation Night! 📚 Come celebrate the amazing educators who make the SOILL Unified Champion Schools program possible and help create inclusive opportunities for all students. See you there!

SAVE THE DATE! ☕️☀️
Join the movement, Illinois! Head to your local Dunkin' on Friday, May 15th to support , an Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics athletes here in Illinois. Find participating locations at coponarooftop.com !

Time to fundraise your way! 🙌

We’re excited to launch a new way to support Special Olympics Illinois, on your terms. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, honoring a loved one, or marking a special milestone, you can now create your own personal fundraising page and make a meaningful impact.

It’s simple to get started, and every fundraiser helps to advance our mission.

Start your page today! 🔗 https://bit.ly/4tjHiF2



https://support.soill.org/campaign/2026-soill-fundraise-your-way/c678717

A huge THANK YOU to our friends at Dexian who came to our office to volunteer! We truly appreciate your time, energy, and contributions to our work!! We are already looking forward to next time!! Dexian

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐃𝐃 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭!
Big conversations are happening and your voice belongs in the room.

📅 May 20, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
📍 UIC Student Services Building Conference Room
1200 W. Harrison, Chicago, IL

👉 RSVP here:https://qr.link/jd2G3W
View all The Arc of Illinois events: https://qr.link/IC3Lef

Join self advocates, families, providers, and allies from across Illinois as we come together to talk about the future of the IDD system. Hear what we’ve learned through listening sessions and surveys and help shape what comes next.

Don’t miss Jersey Mike's Subs TOMORROW, March 25th, where 100% of sales will be donated to support Special Olympics Illinois and the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games 🌟 Come hungry and leave knowing your meal made a meaningful impact for athletes.
Participating locations:

https://www.soill.org/grab-a-sub-and-make-a-difference-jersey-mikes-month-of-giving-supports-special-olympics-illinois/

Thank you to everyone who took the icy dip at the first-ever Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Polar Plunge at Gallagher Way! Your energy, heart, and commitment are making a real impact for Special Olympics Illinois athletes across the state.

A huge shoutout to Gallagher Way Chicago for being an incredible host and helping us create an unforgettable day in the heart of the city. It was so fun to see everyone ! ❄ Special thanks to Gallagher for the incredible partnership as well!

The Month of Giving is here! Reminder to stop by Jersey Mike's Subs this March to support Special Olympics Illinois and the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games ❤️ We’ll see you out there!