Special Olympics Southern California - Region 1

Hey Santa Barbara! Looking for plans on December 2nd? We’ve got you covered! Join us at Eureka! Santa Barbara for Tip a Cop from 5pm-9pm. See you there!

🤝 Want to make a difference in a unique way? Support Special Olympics Southern California by donating goods or services! Your in-kind contributions help fuel our mission and empower athletes across Southern California.

🎁 Whether it's equipment, event space, printing, or professional services, every donation counts.

🔗 Learn more & get involved: sosc.org/goodsservices

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Are you looking to create special memories and relationships, all while supporting a great cause? Then come join us for A Very Special #BBQ in Thousand Oaks!🌭🍔 Visit sosc.org/averyspecialBBQ for more information and to get your tickets! #WeAreSOSC

Ten years ago, 12-year-old Kyle Ferro lined up for the 50m dash at the Special Olympics. Just seconds into the race, he fell face-first onto the track. But instead of staying down, Kyle got back up and crossed the finish line with a huge smile. That single moment revealed something powerful: Kyle’s spirit of resilience and his ability to rise — no matter how hard the fall. It’s this same spirit that continues to inspire everything we do at Kyle’s Kitchen. As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary, this moment reminds us why we started — to create a place that celebrates individuals with special needs, advocates for their inclusion, and supports their growth. Kyle’s courage that day continues to be the foundation of who we are at Kyle’s Kitchen. His determination and resilience inspire our mission and guide everything we do. What began as Kyle’s story has become our story — a reminder of the strength, courage, and spirit of the special needs community we’re proud to serve and support. We’re honored to once again partner with @sosocal @sosc_santabarbara Special Olympics Santa Barbara as our quarterly giveback partner. Over the past decade, we’ve given back more than $300,000 to the special needs community — and we’re just getting started. We couldn’t be more excited to continue this mission alongside such an empowering organization, uplifting and supporting individuals with special needs every step of the way. 💪 Tag someone who inspires you to get back up — or share your own story and tag us using #KyleGetsBackUp #IGetBackUpAgain We’d love to celebrate your resilience too ❤️

We appreciate the efforts of Santa Barbara law enforcement and Petrini's restaurant for organizing a fantastic Tip A Cop event last Thursday in support of Special Olympics Southern California athletes. The event offered great food, outstanding service, and fun community engagement promoting inclusion.

What an incredible day at the UCSB Thunderdome yesterday! 🎉 Special Olympics Southern California Basketball Competition brought together hundreds of inspiring athletes for a day full of competition, camaraderie, and pure joy. 🏀💙

A huge THANK YOU to our amazingly generous donors at Toyota of Santa Barbara—your support is greatly appreciated. Together, we’re building a more inclusive and empowered community through sport!

Santa Barbara Polar Plunge Canceled — Thank You for Your Ongoing Support
We’re sorry to share that the 2025 Santa Barbara Polar Plunge, originally scheduled for May 3, has been canceled. While we won’t be gathering at Leadbetter Beach this year, we remain incredibly grateful for your continued support of Special Olympics Southern California. Your passion for inclusion and your commitment to our athletes means the world to us, and we look forward to connecting with you at future events.

For any questions regarding the Santa Barbara Polar Plunge or future events in Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo or Ventura counties, please contact:
Goretti Ortiz at [email protected].

Tip-A-Cop happening today 4/30 at CPK Santa Barbara! Come out and support Special Olympics and enjoy great food with fantastic service!

Join us on Wednesday at Petrini’s for a Tip A Cop. Enjoy a fabulous meal served by SB Law Enforcement officers.