Each year, the Special Olympics touches lives in hundreds of communities across the nation and around the world. Hundreds of Alpha Sigma Alpha members make a difference to this important organization. The Special Olympics remains important to our members long after they graduate.

Special Olympics is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition. Special Olympics offers children and adults with intellectual disabilities year-round training and competition in30 Olympic-type summer and winter sports.

Children and adults with intellectual disabilities who participate in Special Olympics develop improved physical fitness and motor skills, greater self-confidence and a more positive self-image. They grow mentally, socially and spiritually and, through their activities, exhibit boundless courage and enthusiasm, enjoy the rewards of friendship and ultimately discover not only new abilities and talents but "their voices" as well.

 
We contribute our time and talent to the S. June Smith Center, a private non-profit agency providing early identification, education, training, and therapy to infants and children with developmental disabilities and delays. The center is located in Lancaster County, PA.

The S. June Smith Center supports children with developmental needs through education, therapeutic services, and family-centered programming. They seek to educate children, support families and strengthen communities through our Infant/Toddler and Preschool Programs, as well as Project Together, Community Outreach, SPLASH, Miracles `n Motion, CEEDS, and Tiny Miracles.

Today, the S. June Smith Center continues the legacy of Dr. S. June Smith by creating an inclusive community for every child, regardless of ability. They work within a child's natural environment to create patterns for lifelong learning that will benefit the child, the family, and their community.

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