Frequently Asked Questions

Special Olympics Minnesota is an accredited program of Special Olympics Incorporated. Special Olympics is a state-based organization and Special Olympics Incorporated is the international organization.

Who do I contact about athlete medicals?

For information about athlete medicals, you can contact Katie Anderson at 612-604-1279 or by e-mail at andersonk@somn.org. Heads of Delegation and coaches can retrieve athlete renewal dates directly off our Web site. Check your area page for more information.

Who do I contact about coach education? Click here for information.

Where can I view a calendar of upcoming events? Click here to view our event calendar.

Can I view the forerunner newsletter online? Click here to read forerunner.

Where can I find the necessary forms for athlete competition? Click here for competition forms.

Are there any internships currently available at Special Olympics Minnesota? Click here to view internship opportunities.

What percentage of your expenses are spent on overhead costs? 

While the percentage varies slightly from year-to-year, we consistently spend less than 30 percent of our total annual expenses on management and fundraising costs, using more than 70 percent of our funds to provide programming for our athletes.

I just received a phone call from someone claiming they were from Special Olympics Minnesota. Is this legitimate? 

Special Olympics Minnesota contracts with a company called Heritage for its telephone fundraising. Heritage is located in Arkansas; therefore, the person on the phone may not have a Minnesotan accent, but you can be sure your money is coming directly to us!

Can I view photos from Special Olympics Minnesota events? Click here for our photo gallery.

How do I start a new team? Click here for information.

How do I become a Special Olympics Minnesota sponsor? Click here for information.

As a law enforcement officer, how do I become involved with the Torch Run? Click here for information.

Do you accept donations of used trophies?

As all of our athletes are awarded medals or ribbons at Special Olympics Minnesota competitions, we cannot accept donations of trophies.

Where can I find a general overview about volunteers? Click here for volunteer information.

Who do I contact about volunteer applications? 

If you are interested in any volunteer opportunities, please contact Emily Halbur at halbure@somn.org or 612-604-1274. If e-mailing, please be sure to include your U.S. mailing address, daytime phone number and what opportunities you are interested in finding out more about.