Special Olympics in Northern Virginia is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons with intellectual disabilities through sport. For our athletes, the training never stops and the benefits last a lifetime. A 1995 Yale University study proved it: Special Olympics athletes do better at school, at work and at home than their peers not involved in our year-round sports program. We like to call it "Training for Life" - providing persons with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to become physically fit, develop cooperation and social skills, and increase their self-esteem, all while competing in an Olympic-type sports program.
The Down Syndrome Association of Northern Virginia is a non-profit, charitable organization created to ensure that all individuals with Down Syndrome and their families receive the support necessary to participate in, contribute to, and achieve fulfillment of their life in their community. As part of our mission DSANV helps families adjust to the birth of a child with Down syndrome and provides individuals with Down syndrome and their families with educational, financial, medical, legal and social support and resources. DSANV offers social and educational events for individuals with Down syndrome and their families and provides financial support to families in need with donations of durable medical equipment, educational toys. Finally DSANV strives to increase community awareness of the capabilities and contributions of individuals with Down syndrome.
Both organizations have joined together to create a special event to support athletes and families in the Northern Virginia community. We need your financial support to carry out our vital missions of improving the lives of persons with disabilities. The money raised in this tournament will help our athletes and families to keep believing in themselves and become vital contributors to the Northern Virginia Community.
On behalf of the athletes and families affiliated with both organizations, we invite you to become part of this very special event. We look forward to seeing you out on the course!