WHO:
All month, generous customers have been rounding up and making donations at more than 2,500 Jersey Mike’s locations throughout the nation during the 14th Annual Month of Giving fundraising campaign for local charities. On March 27, Day of Giving, it’s our turn to give: The more we sell, the more we donate!
Special Olympics Nevada
WHAT:
Special Olympics Nevada is thrilled to announce its independence from the Northern California chapter after 22 years of collaboration. Prior to gaining independent status, Special Olympics Nevada was the only state without its own chapter. This achievement positions Special Olympics Nevada as a fully independent chapter, enabling the organization to broaden its impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities across the state.
Confirmed speakers for the event, which will be on February 1, at Pinocchio’s restaurant in Sparks, include the President and CEO of the newly independent Nevada Chapter, Terrence Thornton, as well as the Special Olympics Nevada Board Chair, Dave Bowman and Athlete Leader and Special Olympics Board member, Brandy Goodson. Attending the event will be Special Olympics athletes, coaches and community partners.
Members of the media are invited to attend this event to capture the significance of Special Olympics Nevada’s newfound independence.
WHERE:
Pinoocchio’s
4820 Vista Blvd, Sparks, NV 89436
WHEN:
4:00p – 6:00p on February 1, 2023
SHARE:
Post photos/videos with the hashtag #SONV and tag Special Olympics Nevada on social media @SONevada on Facebook and X (Twitter); and @specialolympicsnv on Instagram.
About Special Olympics Nevada
Special Olympics Nevada works to create inclusive opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities through health, education, leadership development and sports. The 501(c)3 nonprofit organization offers free year-round training and competition programs for 2,653 athletes who compete in more than 14 competitions in 7 sports annually within the Community Sports Program. The Unified Champion Schools Program encourages leadership development and the growth of Unified Sports®, bringing together athletes with and without intellectual disabilities to play as teammates. In 2022, Special Olympics Nevada launched a new program, Mindset Matters, which provides mental health and stress management techniques to students in Nevada schools. In a typical year, Special Olympics Nevada impacts more than 17,820 students by promoting inclusion on school campuses. Special Olympics Nevada is also committed to improving the overall health and well-being of individuals with intellectual disabilities through Healthy Athletes events, offering screenings and services free of charge. Special Olympics Nevada relies on the support of 759 volunteers and funding from individuals, organizations, corporations, and foundations. More information may be found by visiting www.sonv.org and following on Facebook, Instagram (@specialolympicsnv), Twitter (@SONevada) and LinkedIn.
Media Contact:
Hannah Reizenstein
The Ferraro Group
775-420-6296
hannah@theferrarogroup.com