Special Olympics Florida and Publix Super Markets Light the Torch for Athletes with Intellectual Disabilities
CLERMONT, Fla., Jan. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Special Olympics Florida and Publix Super Markets are teaming up once again on a mission-driven collaboration to help Special Olympics athletes throughout Florida and the southeast United States.
- CLERMONT, Fla., Jan. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Special Olympics Florida and Publix Super Markets are teaming up once again on a mission-driven collaboration to help Special Olympics athletes throughout Florida and the southeast United States.
- “When Special Olympics Florida was founded in 1972, Publix was there, supporting our athletes from the very beginning,” said Special Olympics Florida President and CEO Sherry Wheelock.
- We are profoundly grateful to Publix associates and customers for being part of the Special Olympics Florida team.”
Both Special Olympics Florida and Publix have a long history of working to improve the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. - Special Olympics Florida offers year-round sports training and competition, critical health services, leadership development, and inclusive programming for its athletes.