Name

Special Olympics Oregon

Legal name

Special Olympics Oregon

Website

https://soor.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Adaptive Sports & Inclusion Programs

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability & Adaptive Sports Organizations (Paralympic, Special Olympics) (MPAKACAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Adaptive & Para-Sport Event Organizers (MPAKADAM), Adaptive & Para-Sport Training Programs (MPAKAJAK), Special Education, Disability Support & Inclusive Education Nonprofits (BPAGADAH)

Keywords

• Adaptive sports programs
• Intellectual disability athletics
• Unified champion schools
• Inclusive youth programs
• Community sports nonprofit

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland, OR

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Private donations from individuals supporting the mission of providing sports programs for people with intellectual disabilities. The organization has a donation portal on its website and participates in Oregon's Charitable Checkoff program allowing taxpayers to donate via state tax forms.
2. Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors at various tiers ($100,000+, $50,000-$100,000, $25,000-$50,000, under $25,000) provide significant funding. Partners include Nike, Jersey Mike's, Providence, Oregon Community Foundation, and others. Sponsorship packages include event sponsorship and program support.
3. Foundation Grants: Grants from foundations including Ralph Hull Foundation, The Roundhouse Foundation, The Reser Family Foundation, JTMF Foundation, and others support programming and operations.
4. Event Fundraising: Fundraising events such as the Unified Fore Joy ProAm at Topgolf generate revenue through participant fees, team registrations ($200 individual, $1,000 for bay of 6), and sponsorship of events.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Special Olympics Oregon delivers free, year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities across the state. Its core offerings are delivered through 30 volunteer-run county-based local programs, 150 Unified Champion Schools (K-12 inclusion programs including Young Athletes, Unified Sports, Inclusive Youth Leadership, and Whole School Engagement), athlete wellness initiatives (SOOR Active, Healthy Athletes screenings, Athlete Leadership Council), and signature fundraising events such as the Unified Fore Joy ProAM at Topgolf and the Law Enforcement Torch Run. All programs are provided at no cost to participants.

Product overview

Special Olympics Oregon is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that operates as a portfolio of free sports, education, and health programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The core offerings include: (1) Unified Champion Schools (K-12 school-based inclusion programs including Young Athletes, Unified Sports, Inclusive Youth Leadership, and Whole School Engagement) serving 150 schools; (2) 30 volunteer-run Local Programs providing year-round sports training and competition in 10 Olympic-style sports; (3) Athlete Programs including SOOR Active (fitness resources), Healthy Athletes (health screenings), and the Athlete Leadership Council; and (4) Signature fundraising events such as the Unified Fore Joy ProAM golf tournament. All programs are free to participants, supported by donations, grants, corporate partnerships, and fundraising events. The organization is accredited by Special Olympics, Inc. and serves more than 5,000 Oregonians with intellectual disabilities annually through approximately 9,000+ athletes, 272 unified partners, 483 young athletes, 398 coaches, and 8,953 volunteers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Unified Champion Schools: A program in 150 Oregon schools promoting acceptance and respect through sports, where students with and without disabilities train and compete together, with unified leadership opportunities focused on building respect campaigns.
• SOOR Active
• Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)

Products and services

• Unified Champion Schools A K-12 school-based program promoting inclusion through four components: Young Athletes (early childhood), Unified Sports (co-ed teams), Inclusive Youth Leadership, and Whole School Engagement. Currently operates across 150 schools in Oregon.
• SOOR Active Health, fitness, and nutrition resources and programs helping athletes stay active throughout the year.
• Healthy Athletes Health screenings and wellness programs providing athletes with access to health services and education.
• Athlete Leadership Council (ALC) A council of athletes that provides leadership opportunities and voice in organizational decision-making.
• Unified Fore Joy ProAM An inclusive golf tournament organized by Special Olympics and Topgolf that brings together individuals of all abilities to compete in teams and raise funds for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
• Local Programs 30 volunteer-run, county-based programs across Oregon responsible for finding volunteer coaches, renting practice facilities, and coordinating logistics for athletes to train in various sports.
• Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) A partnership program with law enforcement agencies across Oregon who participate in runs and fundraising events to support Special Olympics athletes.
• Young Athletes Early childhood program (ages 2-7) introducing children with intellectual disabilities to sports through play and basic athletic skills.
• Unified Sports Sports programming where athletes with and without intellectual disabilities train and compete together on the same teams.
• Inclusive Youth Leadership Leadership opportunities for youth with and without disabilities focused on building respect campaigns and promoting inclusion in schools.
• Whole School Engagement All-school assemblies and activities designed to promote inclusion and reduce bullying in educational settings.
• Charitable Checkoff Oregon state tax form donation program allowing taxpayers to designate refunds to Special Olympics Oregon through the Oregon Charitable Checkoff program.

Quantifiable outcome

• 9,390 athletes served through programs
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, significant and minor.

• Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerFlagship partnership with law enforcement agencies across Oregon and the nation. Officers serve as ambassadors and fundraisers, running torch relays and organizing events. LE TR is a major fundraising and awareness driver for Special Olympics Oregon.
• NikecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor corporate sponsor at the $100,000+ level. Nike provides athletic apparel, equipment, and financial support for athlete programs.
• Jersey Mike'scoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor at the $100,000+ level supporting Special Olympics Oregon programs and events.
• ProvidencemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerHealthcare partner at the $50,000-$100,000 level supporting Healthy Athletes programs and health screenings.
• Portland Timbers and ThornsmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerProfessional sports team partners at the $50,000-$100,000 level providing event support and community engagement.
• Lithia MotorssignificantGTM or Marketing PartnerAutomotive retailer sponsor at the $25,000-$50,000 level.
• Kuni Auto CentersignificantGTM or Marketing PartnerAutomotive sponsor at the $25,000-$50,000 level.
• Supply SourcesignificantGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor at the $25,000-$50,000 level.
• KOIN (Media Partner)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal TV station providing media coverage and exposure for events and programs.
• KGW (Media Partner)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal TV station providing media coverage for Special Olympics Oregon events.
• The Oregonian (Media Partner)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor newspaper providing media coverage and awareness for the organization.
• TopgolfmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for Unified Fore Joy ProAm tournament. Topgolf's technology enables teams to compete simultaneously across locations nationwide.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Move United: A national adaptive-sports nonprofit network providing sports and recreation opportunities to people with disabilities. It closely overlaps SOOR's adaptive-sports delivery and participant mission, although its program mix and geography are broader.
• BlazeSports America: An adaptive-sports nonprofit offering year-round training, competition, and recreation for people with disabilities. It directly overlaps SOOR's core sports model, but has a different disability focus and operating footprint.

Regional players

• Special Olympics Idaho: A nearby Special Olympics state program delivering year-round sports, competition, school inclusion, and volunteer services for people with intellectual disabilities. Its operating model closely resembles SOOR's while its service territory is Idaho.
• Special Olympics Washington: Another accredited Special Olympics state program providing year-round adaptive sports, school inclusion, competitions, health, and volunteer programs. It matches SOOR's beneficiary base and service model while serving a different Pacific Northwest geography.
• Special Olympics Texas: A large Special Olympics state program with year-round sports training, competitions, school-based inclusion, health programs, and corporate fundraising. Its scale and mission are relevant comparables to SOOR, while its Texas footprint is distinct.
• Special Olympics Colorado: A Special Olympics state organization providing sports training, competitions, Unified Champion Schools, health initiatives, and community fundraising. It is directly comparable in beneficiary focus and program mix, though it operates outside Oregon.
• Special Olympics California: A large Special Olympics state program offering sports training, competition, Unified Schools, health, and fundraising across California. It is comparable in mission, program architecture, and donor and corporate ecosystem, but serves a different state.
• Special Olympics New York: A Special Olympics state organization serving athletes with intellectual disabilities through sports, competition, school inclusion, volunteerism, and development events. It shares SOOR's direct-service model but operates in a different region.

Broad incumbents

• Special Olympics International: The global umbrella organization and accreditor for Special Olympics programs, sharing the same inclusion mission, brand, sport standards, and volunteer and fundraising ecosystem. It is a broader incumbent rather than a same-market direct competitor.

Others

• Best Buddies International: A global disability-inclusion nonprofit centered on friendships, leadership, and employment, with a different core program mix from SOOR. It is an adjacent beneficiary and community-engagement peer rather than a direct sports competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/soorstate

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Number of profiles

Profiles28 records

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