Ways to Give
Every donation helps open the door to sport, friendship, confidence, leadership, and belonging for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It helps create the moments that matter—the first race crossed, the first medal earned, the first time an athlete feels truly seen.
When you give to Special Olympics Canada, you're not just funding programs. You're investing in joy that changes lives.
Joy is transformational. And together, we can make more of it possible.
For many athletes, Special Olympics Canada is where they discover what they're capable of.
It's where they find teammates who become friends, coaches who believe in them, and communities that celebrate them.
Your donation helps make those moments possible. The moment an athlete steps onto a field for the first time. The moment a parent sees their child's confidence soar. The moment someone realizes they belong. That's the power of joy. That's why Joy is Gold.
Curious about charity giving, tax receipts or the impact of your donation? We can help.
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Donate Now
Every donation helps open the door to sport, friendship, confidence, leadership, and belonging for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It helps create the moments that matter—the first race crossed, the first medal earned, the first time an athlete feels truly seen. -
Join the Joy is Gold movement today.
Gold isn't won in a single moment. It's built every day. By becoming a monthly donor, you'll help athletes access year-round sport, health, leadership, and community programs that foster confidence, inclusion, and lifelong growth. Month after month, your support creates opportunities for joy to grow stronger. -
Donate in Honour or In Memory
Dedicate a donation to someone special, or in memory of a loved one, and you will help change the future for athletes with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
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Leave a Legacy
After you have taken care of your family and loved ones, consider including Special Olympics Canada in your will as part of your final estate plans. -
Make a Gift of Stock
A gift of securities is a thoughtful way to support you can support athletes across the country, providing them with access to safe and accessible sporting opportunities. -
Donate Your Birthday
ECHOage is a platform that lets kids host birthday parties where guests donate to a charity instead of giving gifts.
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Draft an Athlete
Participate in the Draft an Athlete program and support Special Olympics athletes competing at the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games 2026 in Medicine Hat! -
LIMITLESS
At LIMITLESS, we will come together to support athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provide opportunities to participate in life-changing sport programs in communities across Canada. -
Face to Face Fundraising
Learn more about where Special Olympics Canada canvassers will be in your area and how you can support.