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Special Olympics Washington’s Vision 2030
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By Rebecca Hummer - December 07, 2023
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ABOUT THE CONTRIBUTOR

Rebecca Hummer

Rebecca Hummer is the Senior Marketing Manager at Special Olympics Washington.

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THANK YOU JERSEY MIKE’S! 🙌 Our Team Washington at THANK YOU JERSEY MIKE’S! 🙌

Our Team Washington athletes heading to the 2026 USA Games wanted to kick off Month of Giving the right way — loud and proud.

From March 1–31, visit any participating @jerseymikes location to grab a sub, round up at the register, or donate through the app in support of Special Olympics Washington athletes across the state.

And mark your calendar for March 25, the Day of Giving, when 100% of sales at participating locations will be donated to support Special Olympics programs!
Capturing the moments of pure joy and determinatio Capturing the moments of pure joy and determination that define our community.

Click the link in our bio for more incredible pictures!
Polar Plunge fit check. 💙❄️ This is what happens Polar Plunge fit check. 💙❄️

This is what happens when hundreds of people get the memo: be bold, get cold, dress ridiculous. And we wouldn't have it any other way. 💪

Not registered? We have TWO Plunges left:

❄️ Tacoma Polar Plunge & 5K - March 7
❄️ Anacortes Polar Plunge & 5K - March 14

Head to PolarPlungeWA.com to sign up for the fun!
We’re excited to share that @JerseyMikes Month of We’re excited to share that @JerseyMikes Month of Giving is back this March in support of Special Olympics Washington and our athletes on the road to USA Games.

From March 1–31, grab a sub, donate in-store, or give through the app to support year-round programs across Washington and Team Washington’s journey to the 2026 USA Games.

Then mark your calendar for March 25, the Day of Giving. On this one powerful day, 100% of total sales at participating Jersey Mike’s locations will be donated to support Special Olympics programs.

Make it your lunch plan. Pick up dinner for the family. Bring subs to the office. Treat your staff. However you show up, every sandwich makes an impact.

Save the date and stay tuned for more ways to get involved.
❄️ Wenatchee Polar Plunge Sponsor Shoutout ❄️ The ❄️ Wenatchee Polar Plunge Sponsor Shoutout ❄️

The Wenatchee Polar Plunge wouldn’t be possible without the incredible local partners who stepped up to support Special Olympics Washington athletes.

Huge thank you to our Wenatchee Polar Plunge sponsor #MissionVista for helping power this event, strengthen our community, and create inclusive opportunities for athletes year-round.

Interested in supporting a future Polar Plunge in your community?
📩 plunge@sowa.org
Volunteer photographers needed! Special Olympics Volunteer photographers needed!

Special Olympics Washington is looking for volunteer photographers to help capture the energy, joy, and unforgettable moments at our 2026 Winter State Games in Wenatchee!

This is a high-energy weekend filled with competition, celebration, and powerful athlete stories and we’d love your help documenting it.

Available Opportunities:

Friday, February 27
Opening Ceremonies | Toyota Town Center | 7:00–8:00 PM

Saturday, February 28
Basketball, USA Games Training Camp & Cheerleading
Flexible 2–3 hour shifts between 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (multiple locations)

Healthy Athletes | Wenatchee Convention Center | 4:00–8:00 PM

Sunday, February 29
Basketball, USA Games Training Camp & Cheerleading
Flexible 2–3 hour shifts between 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (multiple locations)

Interested in supporting our athletes through your lens?
Email Rebecca at rhummer@sowa.org and let her know which date(s) and shift(s) you’re available for.
Tacoma, your turn! 🚨❄️ On March 7, it’s time to t Tacoma, your turn! 🚨❄️

On March 7, it’s time to take the plunge for inclusion. The water will be cold... but the impact will be powerful. 💙

This is Tacoma coming together for Special Olympics Washington athletes. Your moment to step up, stand out, and dive in for something bigger than yourself. 🌊💪

Take the leap! Your future freezing self will thank you. 

Join Tacoma on March 7 at PolarPlungeWA.com.
Big thanks to @javadogespresso_ for supporting the Big thanks to @javadogespresso_ for supporting the Wenatchee Polar Plunge! ☕️💙

Local partnerships like this help us continue creating year-round opportunities for athletes across Washington. We’re grateful to have you in our corner.
The energy. The views. The community. The cause. 💙 The energy. The views. The community. The cause. 💙 This is what our 5K is all about. 🏃💪

Ready to run (or walk!) for inclusion?

Our final two Polar Plunges of the season have a 5K option:
March 7 - Tacoma Polar Plunge & 5K
March 14 - Anacortes Polar Plunge & 5K

Sign up today. PolarPlungeWA.com ❄️

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