50th Anniversary
Why I Volunteer
For our 2021 Volunteer Appreciation Week, we wanted to collect responses of why our volunteers pick Special Olympics Maryland as their preferred cause. See a few of the responses from our volunteers below. “At first I thought that was a...
My Monday Mission Moment 11/16
Written by: Jim Schmutz I would like to share with you my Monday Mission Moment (MMMM). So as not to bury the lead, have a look at this 10 second video featuring Bailey Mehwinney that I received via text message...
11/15 Sunday Reads with RJ Nealon
“Ever since I was little, my dream was to work at ESPN. I always felt most comfortable in sports competition, it was my escape, my first love and a way to prove myself.” -RJ Nealon Take a few minutes to...
Handling Stress and Anxiety During the Election
If there is anything that we can agree on during this time it is that this year has been incredibly unpredictable and exceptionally stressful. Now with the added stress of a presidential election, according to the American Psychological Association’s latest...
A Chance to Do Something Different
Written by Julie Oltmann Saturday, November 2 was not just another day for Teri Burtis. She’d been raising funds and awareness for months in support of her participation in the 2019 Over the Edge event for Special Olympics Maryland. For Burtis, a...
Virtual Torch Run Recap!
Thank you for your support of the 2020 Virtual Torch Run! Whether you were a participant, team captain, or donor YOU have made a difference. YOU have helped to create a world where opportunity is not limited by disability. Together...
Virtual Torch Run: Interview with Area Director Ruth Vickers
Like Ruth Vickers, we are “totally thrilled” to be able to safely return to the field. We’ve certainly all missed getting together and our athletes are grateful to be back, a large reason for that is because of the unconditional...
Virtual Torch Run: Interview with Coach Bob Signor
After 6 months, athletes are safely returning to practices and competitions, following our #ReturnToPlay protocols. Our athletes are so grateful for their coaches and the ability to compete again! Thank you, Coach Bob Signor and all of our volunteer coaches...
Voting in Maryland
Ballotpedia is a great resource that will help you learn all about what is on the Maryland election ballot this year. If you just enter your address you can see what is on your specific ballot. Learn all you need...
Did you know? You can have help with voting!
If you have a disability or are unable to read or write, you may have help requesting a mail-in ballot and voting. Any person can help you except: A candidate on your ballot;Your employer or an agent of your employer;...