2018 ANNUAL REPORT OUR MISSION

Special Olympics (SODE) provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, offering them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. Reflecting on our numerous accomplishments and growth in 2018, we are continually inspired by the generosity of those who believe A MESSAGE in our mission and choose to support the work of Special Olympics Delaware. Through the energy, time and dedication of our FROM THE countless volunteers, we strive to provide quality competition and training to more than 4,000 athletes in the state in 19 different BOARD PRESIDENT Olympic-type sports. We saw expanded Young Athletes programs - an innovative play program for 2-7 year olds - and training AND supported by enthusiastic local volunteers and organizations. Participation in our Unified Sports programs has increased and EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR helped us to engage athletes and students, building communities of inclusion and acceptance in nearly 160 K-12 schools throughout all three counties.

Athlete leaders became empowered to take on new roles as SHATTERING myths ambassadors and spokespersons for Special Olympics, inspiring For those who are unfamiliar with our organization, others through the Athlete Leadership program. And on the it is a common misconception that Special Olympics takes place national stage in July, our triumphant group of more than 30 just once a year every summer. In reality, that is not the case. athletes, coaches, law enforcement Torch Runner, youth leaders Special Olympics Delaware works hard to provide more than 65 and staff represented our state at the 2018 USA Games in Seattle. competitive events in schools and communities across the state, They deserved to be in the spotlight and we are so proud of their along with hundreds of hours of sports training that occur at all efforts and hard work! times throughout the year. Another misconception is that Special It has been a year of extradordinary achievements. But yet, there Olympics is “not real sports”, when in fact, it is just the opposite. were also a number of unplanned challenges. Our fundraising Through our program, individuals with intellectual disabilities can dollars, especially from the signature Polar Bear Plunge, as ever, participate in real athletic pursuits based on true Olympic ideals, hinged on the mercy of February weather ... and on this year, the thus, challenging the stereotype that people with special needs Super Bowl. While the Eagles flew high with so many fans opting to are unable to participate in sports activities. stay home, our Plunge attendance, ultimately, felt the effect. If you have come to know more about Special Olympics through Furthermore, investment returns were not as robust as we supporting our athletes, hearing their stories, volunteering expected, due to a market downturn in 2018. Despite these with us or donating to our cause, we are extremely grateful. Your challenges, Special Olympics Delaware has made great progress support allows us to break barriers and shatter those myths in examining our operations and streamlining processes. We in ways that help create positive attitudes towards inclusion of strive to be a more effective organization as we navigate prudent people with intellectual disabilities. To that end, we are focused on stewardship of your financial support. We are focused on raising ambitious goals to advance quality sports and competitions, build the bar in sports excellence and building bridges to acceptance as communities, and connect our fans with the movement to ensure we educate our communities to shatter myths and stereotypes. our continued growth and success - so that any athlete Together, we are one mission, one movement — making a who wants to participate gets the chance to do so. We are difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities. committed to a philosophy of ‘no charge to participate’ and On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff at Special Olympics continue to expand initiatives that make it easier for athletes Delaware, we thank you. and families to be involved in our program.

Ed DeLooze, Board President Ann Grunert, Executive Director Special Olympics Delaware Special Olympics Delaware

2018 ANNUAL REPORT 3 2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS We change Board Officers Board Members lives through President Ralph Cetrulo Ed DeLooze Stefano Slack, LLC the power of Rob Coupe sports. President-Elect Delaware Dept. of Safety & Homeland Security Larry Maister JLL Tom Grimm Special Olympics Delaware Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP is an accredited program Vice President Keith Handling Dick Huber of Special Olympics University of Delaware MBNA (Retired) Inc. and has been a part Dr. Jennifer LeComte Treasurer of this powerful global Christiana Care Jeffrey Mitchell Jr. movement since 1971. Our Siegfried Advisory Christie Longo organization serves more Secretary than 4,000 individuals Kathy Dickinson, Esq. Tom Moore , Inc. W.L. Gore with intellectual disabilities throughout Past President Chip Simpson Mike Nash Delaware State Police (Retired) the state of Delaware and Nash Omniscaping, LLC uses sports as a platform Barbara Spence SODE Athlete Board Rep. Red Clay School District (Retired) to create life-changing Tom Fields experiences for those of America Carrie Staker-Jones Bank of America involved in our program.

Steve Taylor USI Insurance Services, LLC

4 Special Olympics Delaware 2018 STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES 2018 PUBLIC SUPPORT & REVENUE (For the year ended December 31, 2018) Contributions $ 274,569

In-Kind Contributions 756,880

Special Events Revenue, Net 1,110,710 REVENUE SPECIAL EVENTS,FUNDRAISING and OTHER PROJECT INCOME Other Project Income 78,801 IN-KIND 52% Fundraising Projects 94,025 CONTRIBUTIONS Grants & Foundations 220,197 31% Interest & Divident Income 26,367

Capital Gains Distributions 3,629 Realized Investment Gain (Loss) (19,540)

Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments (76,208) INTEREST & INVESTMENTS Total Public Support & Revenue $2,469,430 CONTRIBUTIONS 11% GRANTS (-3%) and FOUNDATIONS 9% 2018 PROGRAM EXPENSES Program Services $2,208,630

Management & General (Administration) 81,011 EXPENSES PROGRAM SERVICES Fundraising 327,574 84%

Total Expenses $2,617,215

INCREASE (DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS (147,785) FUNDRAISING NET ASSETS, BEGINNING OF YEAR 1,665,420 13%

NET ASSETS, END OF YEAR $1,517,635 ADMINISTRATION 3%

Special Olympics Delaware is able to focus on delivering high quality sports programs for our athletes thanks to the hard work and committed support of our donors, volunteers, families, staff and Board of Directors. Developing innovative new opportunities, maintaining high standards and securing the critical support that makes it all possible is a year-round effort.

Thanks to the wealth of time, commitment and love for the mission so generously shared by our stakeholders, Special Olympics Delaware keeps its programs available, at no cost, to an ever growing number of athletes. Through your generosity, individuals with intellectual disabilities can showcase their abilities and demonstrate their courage, while benefiting from increased access to sports programs, more interaction in their communities, participation in health and fitness education, and—most importantly—the creation of a more welcoming society for all.

2018 ANNUAL REPORT 5 2018 SODE REACH REPORT SUMMARY

ATHLETES 4,097

COMPETITIONS VOLUNTEERS AREA LEADERSHIP ATHLETES 65 4,000+ 80 ON AVERAGE ATHLETEATHLETES LEADERSHIP SCHOOLS SPONSORS SPORTS 4,097 ATHLETE LEADERS ADULTS AREA DIRECTORS 4,027 2,995 5 35 158 YOUTH 49AREA LEADERS 19 1612 75 LAW ENFORCEMENT OLYMPIC-TYPE WHOLE SCHOOL500 ENGAGEMENT Fundraising Events 2017-18 CHANGE 135 -22% SPORTS 11 83 -10 YOUTH LEADERSHIP ATHLETE LEADERSHIP SCHOOLSATHLETE LEADERSHIP SCHOOLS59 SPONSORS SPONSORSSPORTS SPORTS ATHLETE LEADERS ATHLETE LEADERS 35 15835 158 44 49 19 19 ATHLETE GENDER ATHLETE AGE OLYMPIC-TYPE WHOLE SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT Fundraising Events OLYMPIC-TYPE WHOLE SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT 135 Fundraising Events 2017-18 CHANGE 135 AGESSPORTS 2-5 11 SPORTS 83 -22% 994YOUTH LEADERSHIP11 83 59 -10 YOUTH LEADERSHIP 1,41059 AGES 6-7 ATHLETE GENDER 506ATHLETE AGE HEALTHY ATHLETES ATHLETE GENDER ATHLETE AGE AGESAGES 8-15 2-5 SCREENINGS 1,213994 AGES 2-5 1,410 OPENING EYES 994 AGES 6-7 2,687 AGES506 16-21 96 745 1,410 AGES 6-7 AGES 8-15 FIT FEET 506 1,213 AGES 22+ 75 AGES 8-152,687 639AGES 16-21 745 HEALTHY HEARING 1,213 AGES 22+ 48 2,687 AGES 16-21 639 745

6 SpecialAGES 22+ Olympics Delaware 639 TRAINING FOR LIFE

Special Olympics is based on the belief that people with intellectual disabilities can enjoy a better quality of life through participation in sports. Our programs provide critical opportunities to forge friendships, learn new skills, build confidence and discover independence. As a result, Special Olympics athletes become fulfilled and productive members of their families and the communities in which they live.

Special Olympics Delaware offers 19 different Olympic-type sports in community-based programs for children and adults with intellectual disabilities in these five areas: • Wilmington (“Wilmington Wizards”) • Newark (“Newark Dragons”) • MOT: Middletown, Odessa, Townsend (“MOT Tigers”) • Kent (“Kent Wild Kats”) • Sussex (“Sussex Riptide”)

School-based programs for Special Olympics athletes in grades K-12 are also offered in nearly 160 schools: • Unified Track & Field • Unified Flag Football • Unified Soccer and Soccer Skills • Unified Basketball and Basketball Skills • Motor Activities Training Programs (MATP) • Young Athletes Programs (YAP) Athletes are encouraged to be involved in both school-based and Area programs to maximize their sports involvement.

SPORTS OFFERED YEAR-ROUND:

1. Alpine Skiing 12. Long Distance 2. Aquatics Running /Walking 3. Basketball 13. Roller Skating 4. Bocce 14. Snowshoeing 5. Bowling 15. Soccer 6. Cycling 16. Softball 7. Figure Skating 17. Tennis 8. Flag Football 18. Track & Field 9. Golf 19. Volleyball 10. Nordic Skiing 11. Powerlifting

charged to athletes $0 to participate

2018 ANNUAL REPORT 7 MORE THAN JUST SPORTS

Initiatives enhance the mission of Special Olympics Delaware and offer athletes of all abilities the opportunity to be introduced to Special Olympics at a young age, provide the chance to improve their health and fitness, progress beyond their role as competitors through leadership, and encourage school-age youth to celebrate differences and break down barriers.

Special Olympics Delaware is a leader in sports, inclusive health and community building, empowering children and adults with intellectual disabilities to be valued on and off the playing field. By offering a wide range of programs, trainings and competitions, we provide athletes of all ages the education and opportunity to build their confidence and self-esteem.

Young Athletes™ Program Special Olympics Young Athletes Program is a unique sports and play program for children ages 2-7 with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their typically developing peers in an inclusive setting. The program focuses on the basics that are crucial to cognitive development -- physical activities that develop motor skills and hand- eye coordination, and the application of these physical skills through sports and social interaction.

Motor Activities Training Program (MATP) Motor Activities Training Program is designed for athletes with severe or profound intellectual disabilities, including athletes with significant physical disabilities who are unable to participate in official Special Olympics sport competitions because of their skill and/or functional abilities. Emphasis is on training and participation, rather than competition. Activities can be conducted in schools and large residential facilities, as well as in community-based settings.

Healthy Athletes® Program Special Olympics is the world’s largest public health organization for people with intellectual disabilities. Through our Healthy Athletes® program, we offer free medical screenings at no cost, health education and resources to enhance our athletes‘ overall well-being and to help them become strong competitors in sports and in life.

8 Special Olympics Delaware Unified Sports® Special Olympics Unified Sports® is an inclusive sports program that brings together Special Olympics athletes (individuals with disabilities) and Unified Partners (individuals without disabilities) through sports and friendship. Unified Sports promotes social inclusion through shared sport training and/or competition experiences. By providing the opportunity to participate together, Unified Sports® helps to develop increased understanding of persons with different abilities.

Interscholastic Unified Sports® and DIAA The Interscholastic Unified Sports® program is a partnership between Special Oympics Delaware and the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA). Through this partnership, high school students with and without disabilities train and compete on the same team in the Unified Sports divisions of flag football, track & field and basketball that are sanctioned by the DIAA. Participating schools, along with their athletic departments and administration, support Unified Sports and treat their SODE Unified teams as they do all other varsity sports -- accepted, respected, and celebrated.

Unified Champion Schools The Unified Champion Schools program is a dynamic collaboration between Special Olympics and school communities, engaging young people with and without disabilities to join together through a variety of sports experiences. This becomes a pathway to promoting attitudes and behaviors of acceptance and inclusion in schools. Unified Champion Schools also build on youth leadership and social advocacy within the schools, helping to bring greater awareness for respecting people with intellectual disabilities. Efforts such as the Respect campaigns (Spread the Word to End the Word), youth engagement, Unified Sports and whole-school awareness are cornerstones of the Unified Champion Schools program.

Athlete Leadership Program Integral to Special Olympics is a dedication to empowerment and dignity. Athlete Leadership allow athletes to learn leadership skills and explore new opportunities outside the playing field. Athletes are empowered to serve as board members, serve on local Athlete Input Councils and committees, represent their peers at Athlete Leadership Conferences, volunteer at Special Olympics fundraisers, and act as spokespersons for our organization.

2018 ANNUAL REPORT 9 A YEAR OF LIFE-CHANGING OPPORTUNITIES SPECIAL OLYMPICS DELAWARE 2018 HIGHLIGHTS

JAN FEB MAR Bowling is among the most popular sports The 2018 Lewes Polar Bear Plunge Special Olympics Delaware’s annual in Special Olympics and is a particularly celebrated its 27th year with 3,383 Bears State Basketball Tournament, sponsored beneficial sport to people with intellectual who raised more than $875,000 for Special by Farmers Insurance and Bristol West disabilities, irrespective of their age or Olympics Delaware. The Plunge, presented Insurance, tipped off in March with 34 sports abilities. Training for the bowling by Wawa, takes place annually in Rehoboth traditional and Unified teams from all season in Delaware began in the fall and Beach and is one of the state’s most unique across the state. The tournament, which culminated with the State Bowling Tournament fundraising events. took place at the University of Delaware Bob in January, with more than 1,500 participating Also in February, athletes who trained in Carpenter Center, included teams from five Special Olympics Delaware athletes. Alpine, Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing or Figure Area programs and several schools. Skating ended their season by competing at the Special Olympics Winter Games.

JUL AUG SEP Members of Team Delaware competed During the month of August, the 18th After months of planning with Special in Seattle as part of the 2018 Special annual Special Olympics Delaware Summer Olympics USA, Special Olympics Delaware Olympics USA Games that took place at Camp was held over two sessions at hosted athletes from around the country at the University of Washington campus Camp Barnes in Frankford, Delaware. the Team USA Training Camp in preparation in July. A delegation of 30 individuals from The camp brings together more than 100 for the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi. Special Olympics Delaware (20 athletes and Special Olympics athletes and student/adult Annual events, such as the Special Olympics 10 coaches, staff, Unified partners, volunteers volunteers in a setting where they can enjoy Delaware Golf Tournament, were held at and a Law Enforcement Final Leg runner) typical camp activities including swimming, Maple Dale Country Club. The Summer Camp represented our state during this weeklong archery, canoeing, kayaking and crafts. Golf Classic also took place in September at celebration of sport and inclusion. Bidermann Golf Club.

10 Special Olympics Delaware A YEAR OF LIFE-CHANGING OPPORTUNITIES SPECIAL OLYMPICS DELAWARE 2018 HIGHLIGHTS

APR MAY JUN In April, students competed in basic and Ninety brave men and women participated Special Olympics Delaware held its 48th advanced soccer skills, along with Young in the annual ‘Over the Edge’ event in 2018, Summer Games sponsored by DuPont at Athletes and MATP demonstrations. rappelling 17 stories on the north face of the University of Delaware (the 30th year Unified Team Tournaments were also a downtown Wilmington office building that the Blue Hens have hosted Special offered as part of the Unified Champion to raise funds in support of more than Olympics Summer Games.) More than 800 Schools program. 4,000 Special Olympics Delaware athletes. children and adults competed in Swimming, Also in April, the 12th annual Ride to the The only event of its kind in Delaware, Softball, Tennis, Powerlifting, Bocce and Track Tide fundraiser, one of the most popular ‘Over the Edge’ requires lots of courage and & Field, along with the help of more than 140 motorcycle rides in the First State, was held support from friends, family and colleagues coaches and 1,000+ volunteers. with 1,000 motorcyclists participating in the who sponsor rappellers on their extreme sold-out event escorted by Law Enforcement. adventure.

OCT NOV DEC A total of 186 trucks participated in the During the month of November, more than The Unified Flag Football championship, police-escorted Truck Convoy to celebrate 450 Special Olympics athletes and Unified a partnership between Special Olympics the trucking industry and its support of partners competed at the annual Special Delaware and the Delaware Interscholastic Special Olympics in this annual fundraiser Olympics Delaware Fall Sports Festival at Athletic Association, took place at the for SODE. St. Andrew’s School in Middletown. For University of Delaware between Smyrna For the second year in a row, the “Delaware the 21st consecutive year, Chase was the High School and Newark Charter School. In Memorial Bridge 5K Run to Acceptance” was presenting sponsor. Athletes competed in December, Unified basketball teams were also also held in October with 189 runners and Bocce, Flag Football, Long Distance Running/ featured in the annual Slam Dunk to the Beach walkers who helped raise more than $34,000 Walking, Soccer and Volleyball. tournament as well as at the Diamond State for Special Olympics Delaware programs. Classic benefiting Delaware charities.

2018 ANNUAL REPORT 11 ● ● ● ● Excellence Inclusion Integrity Respect Trust the Team Our core values embody our culture, spirit and commitment to do our best at all times. THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSORS FOR THEIR VITAL SUPPORT

A partnership that makes a difference - Delaware Law Enforcement for Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics (LETR) is a global volunteer movement that was established by members of the law enforcement community to support Special Olympics. Here in our state, Delaware Law Enforcement for Special Olympics (LESO) and the LETR have proudly supported Special Olympics Delaware for over 32 years and raised nearly 8 million dollars for our organization.

The flame burns bright each year as countless Law Enforcement officers share their time as volunteers, participants, medal presenters, coaches and Unified partners for Special Olympics Delaware events and competitions.

2018 ANNUAL REPORT 13 We empower athletes to shatter stereotypes and exceed their personal bests on the playing field and in life, through the power of sports. THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSORS FOR THEIR VITAL SUPPORT

YEAR-ROUND PARTNERS ($500,000+) Delaware Law Enforcement for Special Olympics

YEAR-ROUND SPONSORS ($40,000+) PREMIER ($20,000 - $39,999) Delmarva Broadcasting Company * Discover DuPont Wawa, Inc. JP Morgan Chase

GUARDIAN ($10,000 - $19,999) Bank of America Jake’s Seafood* New Castle County Fire Service BNY Mellon (DE) Jack Lingo Realtor St. Andrew’s School * Kohl’s TD Bank Farmer’s Insurance Company Lion’s Clubs of DE - District 22D WBOC/Fox 21* FedEx Ground M&T Bank

CHAMPION ($5,000 - $9,999) * Delaware River & Bay Authority * Perdue Farms, Inc. Camp Barnes * Delaware State Fair * Rehoboth Boardwalk Buddy Walk Citi Delaware State Troopers Association Surf Bagel * Delaware Air National Guard* DOW WSFS Bank Delaware Dept. of Correction JLL * YMCA of Delaware * Delaware Dept. of Transportation * Knights of Columbus

COMMUNITY ($2,500 - $4,999) Brandywine Electronics * Nicola Pizza * Blue Knights-Chapter 1 * Red Robin * Capital One Rommel Harley-Davidson Casa DiLeo * The Restaurant Store CSC Correctional Officers Assoc. of Delaware Wells Fargo Delaware FOP State Lodge Dover Air Force Base Dover Federal Credit Union DuPont Country Club * Edgewell Personal Care Enterprise Hockessin Athletic Club IAABO - Board 11 * Larkin’s Bus Service * Maple Dale Country Club *

* Represents in-kind contributions

2018 ANNUAL REPORT 15 We thank the following individuals, groups and businesses who donated to Special Olympics Delaware in 2018. Space limitations prevent us from recognizing the thousands of others who have so generously supported our DONORS organization. Every effort has been made to ensure the completeness of this list. Please inform us of any inaccuracies.

$1,000 - $1,999 Sandra Rowland Norman & Phyllis Aerenson Schwab Charitable Anthony & Catherine Fusco Charitable Foundation John Seiberlich Tim & Becky Arnold Seitz Van Ogtrop Artesian Water Company James Semetti B & F Towing & Salvage Co., Inc. Peter Shannon Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP Siegfried Advisory Nathaniel Barney Rani Singh Louis & Patricia Bartoshesky $10,000+ Andrew Stayton Elizabeth Baumeister Mary & Tom Stephens John & Pat Cochran BDO Steven & Carol Taylor Beach Family Fund Joseph R. Julian The Caggiano Family Gary Bowers Eugene Truono Dorothy J. Radel Francis & Catherine Burke Gary & Sarah Willoughby Edward Capodanno Wilmington Trust R.R.M. & Stephanie Carpenter WSFS Tina Cernugel $5,000 - $9,999 Kenneth M. Chlada Knights of Columbus Vincent Ciario Ted & Ann Reiver Jason Cincilla $500 - $999 Carolyn Saxon Cirillo Bros Applebee’s Citizens Bank Joe & Kathleen Aquilla Janet Saxon Cynthia Corliss Archmere Academy Thomas & Leigh Corrigan Arena’s Deli Carolyn & John Cotter B&F Towing Company $2,000 - $4,999 Christopher Crowell Charles Bean Walter Curran BLBB Charitable Belfint, Lyons & Shuman, P.A. Herbert Davis Boardwalk Plaza Blue Hen Disposal L. Drexel Davison Bob’s Discount Furniture Burr & Forman LLP Ed & Rose DeLooze Carol Brandts Caesar Rodney High School * Courtney Demnicki Brooks & Jennifer Brown Steven Dignan Buffalo Wild Wings Cape Henlopen Elks #2540 Jeffrey DiSabatino Bradford Bugher Case DiLeo * Dover Elks Linda L. Calvarese Delaware Chiropractic Services Network Bernadette Dowling Mary Kate Campbell Julie Cawley Delaware Electric Cooperative, Inc. DSM Companies Nick Fuhs Benjamin & Anna Chan Diamond State Classic Foundation George & Lynch Chesapeake & Maine Dover Federal Credit Union Greenhill Car Wash Christiana Fire Company Micki & Lanny Edelsohn Thomas Grimm Taeko Clendaniel Ann Grunert Letha Comegys Pierre Hayward Deborah Hamilton Richard Crout Highmark BCBS Delaware Heritage Concrete Gregory Cullen Hockessin Athletic Club Lynn Hochberg Susan L. Dalton IBEW Local 313 Cathy Holloway Delaware State Police Federal Credit Union Scarlett Hutton Dewson Construction Company Jonathan Jaffe Nancy Hyland Thomas Dilley Milford Elks * Dean Johnson Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats NKS Distributors, Inc. Robert Kraft Eden Hall Company Greg Lavelle Paul Englert Mary Ann Nolan Christie Longo Margaret Feola Nuclear Electric Insurance Limited Louis Longo FOP Delaware Lodge #5 Plus 3 Foundation David Luce Fred Gatlin Rifenburg Trucking M & T Bank Jason Gleber Lawrence & Maureen Maister Gino Gradkowski Sea Colony Recreational Association Kevin McCabe * Barbara & Scott Green Jo Ann Sheridan-Storm Jeffrey Mitchell Dr. Susan Hall Southern Delaware Hurricanes Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell, LLP Deborah Hartnett Rev. William M. Hazzard Standard Distributing Co., Inc. Mountaire Farms of Delaware Michael Nash Hockessin PAL * Robert Waters Kevin O’Brien Hoober * Robert B. Young Brian O’Neal Susan Humphreys Adam Cantley & Joe Panzer Robert Hunsberger Parkview RV ID Griffith * Robert Pasquale Joyce Jack PIVOT Vance Kershner PNC Investments (Cooney) Kiwanis Club of Coastal Delaware PNC Wealth Management D. Jane Klein Andrew Ratner James Knittle Thomas & Barbara Roman Kohl’s

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Mary Pat Kwoka City of Seaford John Maguire Melissa & William Lafferty Coastal Point Evelyn Maniscalco LCW Developers, Inc. Tedd Cocker Kathleen Matt Sara Tammary & Carole Levitsky Marie Connell Joseph McCaffrey James J. Longo Corrado Construction Dale E. McCall William L. Mariano Robert Coupe Claire F. McElwee Edith W. Massey Fortunato Cristiano McKean High School * Gerard & Deborah McNesby Crossfit Dover * Thomas J. Meehan Joseph McNesby John J. Daly III Joe Merchant Frank Merolla Brian S. Davis Milford High School * Dianne Meyermann Dino A. De Rocili John Miller Middletown High School * James Deakyne Theresa A. Morrin Timothy Mihok Xavier DeCaire Mary Morris Christine Miller Stacy Dedinas Nemours Children’s Health System Dr. Freeman Miller Delaware State Troopers Association (DSTA) Matthew J. O’Toole Janie Miller Delaware Veterans, Inc. Patrick Ogden Donna Mills James Diana Robert Perciful Charles Murray Dolle’s Richard J. Perry, Jr. Nash Omniscaping Dover Skating Center * Paula Pienkos Brian O’Connor DSP Museum Pierce Fence Company, Inc. Office Movers * John C. Dumas Lt. Col. Bruno F. Pitts (RET) Pax Inc. Eagle Group Poly-Tech High School * Phillips Trucking Calisa Emerson Diane Poraskevas Edna Pierce Thomas Engel Precious Paws Animal Hospital - Ocean View Michael Rhodes Mary Ann C. Fabian Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance Francis Richardson Mary Facciolo Procino-Wells & Woodland, LLC John Richmond Jean W. Faddis Pump & Corrosion Tech Inc. John Roberts Claude Faulkner R & H Filter Co., Inc. Edward Rosenthal Dempsey Faulkner, Sr. Edward Redfield III Rotary Club of Newark-Mornings FBI National Academy Delaware-Maryland Chapter Susan B. Rhue Carol Rothschild Matthew Ferretti Frances Riley Andreas Schneider First State Fire Services and Sales Elaine S. Rosenberg SevOne Margaret Flanagan David Ross Rick & Kathy Skinner Flex World Fitness Doris J. Ryan Smyrna High School * Alberto Franco Doug Salter David Stella Wes Fraser Cynthia Sammons Ed Stratton Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #1 Sanford School * Strunk Creative * Fraternal Order of Police/Parole Lodge 10 Carmella Santiago The Boomerang Foundation Janet Freund Shirley Saunders Alice M. Vernier Edward Fronczkowski Tim Sawyer Carlos Vieira Vance Funk Lisa Schlosser Louise Vinton Edward & Kathryn Gazze Seaford High School * Dave Vitella Jeffrey & Linnea Goddess David Senecal West Bay Homeowners Assoc. Price Goldston Sergovic Carmean Weidman McCartney & Owens, P.A. White Clay Bicycle Club Goodchild, Inc. Robert Sharkey LeeAnn Wilkinson Charles Graham Charles J. & Donna Simpson Womens Tennis Club of New Castle County Daniel Hall Lisa & Jeff Smith Amy Haywood Smyrna High School National Honor Society Cheryl A. Hess Philip Soule $250 - $499 Bruce Hickman Barry A. Springer Terrell Holmes, Sr. Staging Dimensions, Inc. Michele Albert I. G. Burton & Company, Inc. Pallatheri Subramanian Willett D. & Diane Anderson Immaculate Heart of Mary Supply Chain Consultants, Inc. Charles & Joanna Arensberg Indian River Land Company, Inc. Sussex Tech High School * Assoc. of Retired Del. State Police (ARDSP) Paul T. Insolo Marilou Szymanski B & G Glass Co. Philip D. Johnson Nancy Taylor Joseph C. Baker Norman Jones Ron & Jean Taylor Bancroft Construction Company Curt Kimmel Leonard Thomas Barkley Heating & Air LLC Kimmel, Carter, Roman, Peltz & O’Neill, PA Craig & Patricia Trostle David & Mary Bernheisel Nancy Kirchoff Frank M. Turcio Robert Biggart Kirkwood Soccer Club * Carole Vincent Blue Hen Construction, LLC Knights of Columbus, Msgr. Francis J. Desmond Joseph Waters Robert Bodycot - Council, No. 13348 Linda Watson BOETTCHER Karen Kotula Willis Chevrolet, Inc. Carolyn Brady Kriss Contracting, Inc. William Penn High School * Brandywine Smyrna Inc. Kristin Konstruction of Delaware Charmaine Wright James E. Brown Jasper H. Lakey Ann F. Yacucci Jon and Patty Buzby Paul & Jessica Lebling Jeffrey A. Young Ronald Cahill Maryann Lehman Zak Wealth Mgmt. Group of Wells Fargo Advisors Carlos & Michelle Caicedo Elizabeth M. Lenkiewicz John C. & Tracey Carney Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 534 Chick-fil-A LuLu Ross Elementary * * Represents in-kind contributions Walter Choma M. Davis & Sons, Inc. Kevin Chong M. L. Joseph Sand & Gravel Co., Inc.

2018 ANNUAL REPORT 17 Through unique fundraising events, we challenge our communities to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential. We would like to acknowledge the following individuals for their outstanding support in raising funds for Special Olympics Delaware in 2018 at the Lewes Polar Bear FUNDRAISERS Plunge, Torch Run and Over the Edge.

$50,000+ $1,000 - $1,999 Irv and Phyllis Levin Lori Ableman David Feinstein Frank Lorito Michael Rempfer Matthew Allabaugh Paul Feinstein Jacqueline Lukaszewicz Rayme Rempfer Cynthia Atkinson Jennifer Fenstermacher Andrea Majewski Marco Rogers $20,000+ Kimberly Bates Carl Foraker Jr Dave Manwiller Nichole Rogers Amy and Ralph Cetrulo Matthew Beck Bud Frampton James Marr John Samis Kirk Becker Katelyn Fritzges Thomas Martin Pat Sawyer Michael Berheide Beth Anne Fuhs Zach Martin Pete Sawyer Jackson Bienkowski Kathleen Geiszler Jillian Mathews Michael Schauber $10,000+ Amanda Biggs Clifton Gibson Timothy Mathews Erin Schieffer Hope Zucker & Joseph Biggs Sara Giles Bruce Maynard Isadore Schwartz Jason Barnes Piper Biggs Angelo Giordano Maureen McClelland Corinna Scott Marianne Bious Al Govatos Jay McCormick Ginger Shaud Daniel Boles John Grieshaber Deborah McDaniel Robert Shutt $5,000 - $9,999 Jennifer Bonham Danny Hall Jerry McNesby Patrick Sidell April Bradford T. Edward Hanley Cathy Meginniss Ken Simpler Steff DiMartine Ryan Bradford Annemarie Harrison Sarahi Merced Bonnie Smith Don Sloan Richard Bratz Joe Hayes Annette Messina Paul Smith Tony Stark Jannelle Bryant Amy Haywood Jeanne Mikalauskas Stephanie Spangler Jon Buzby George Hickman Jessie Miller Ilyssa Strugatz David Zarrilli Adriana Cairns Keith Holoviak Angel Mills Carol Talamini Creston Campbell Lisa Hopkins Dawn Mitchell Megan Terry Cindy Carney Jimmy Hoppa Matt Montgomery Emily A Thompson $2,000 - $4,999 Shannon Carney Michele Hornberger Torie Moore Alec Thomson Mark Austin Jill Casey Mary Ward Hutchison Tammy Morris Scott Torgerson Erin Bailey Carleen Cohill Vimbai Jhamba Robin Moxley Lisa Towner Charles Cole Grayling Johnson Lynette Mullnack John Turansky Robert Bailey John Cook Darryl Jones Keelin Murphy Michelle Ward Ryan Callahan Vanessa Cook Norman Jones Deborah Murtha Cheryl Watson Steve Cason Steve Dagg Paul Jungling Stephen Nowak Tim Wegemer Justin Daisey Sarah Jungling Nick O’Keefe Catherine Conley George Wells Katy Dally Karen Kaufman Denis Ostendorp Mark Wells Stacy Dedinas Ciara Davidson Joanne Kempton Shannon Pan Thomas Wells Mary Ann Evans Ed DeLooze Cary Knight Paul Parmelee Donna Welsh Audrey Govatos Coryn Dietz David Landis Richard Perillo Judith Wharton Nick DiMartine Greg Lavelle Richard T Perillo Tami Wilson Salvatore Leone Heather DiRubbio Kylie Lavelle Corinne Plummer Mike Woodin Sheridan Long Louise Doe Ruth Lavelle Susan Poley Kathy Young Val Lovse Nigel Doe Ed Lichman John Rainier Gale Ziegler Scott Lykens John Donophan Abigail Linn Margo Reign Amy Zook Debbie Dorris Jim Long Ted Reiver Marie McIntosh John Downs Christie Longo Constance Miller Amy Eaton Martin Vincent Longo John Miller Andy Elisee Liz Loomis Michael Feeley Angelica Lopez Tom Moore Ariel Mutter Hannah Nash Kassandra Neumann Deanna Peck Melissa Renzi Joseph Rivard Liz Simeone Kenneth Smith Carrie Staker-Jones Chip Thomas Henry Tomczyk John Welsh Mark Wise

2018 ANNUAL REPORT 19 SPECIAL OLYMPICS DELAWARE

Ann Grunert EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 302-831-3480 Special Olympics Delaware [email protected] 619 South College Avenue Newark, DE 19707 302.831.4653 [email protected] SODE STAFF WWW.SODE.ORG Jon Buzby Lisa Smith Director of Media Relations Director of Development 302-831-3484 302-831-3482 [email protected] [email protected]

Gary Cimaglia Cheryl Talmo Senior Director of Sports Office Manager 302-831-3481 302-831-3223 [email protected] [email protected]

Jennifer Paige Carly Thompson Director of Graphic Design Director of Volunteers and and Communications Transition 302-831-4048 302-831-3479 [email protected] [email protected]

Kylie Frazer Mark Wise Director of Youth & School Director of Sports Training Initiatives 302-831-4669 302-831-8582 [email protected] [email protected] Sue Zebley Corinne Plummer Database Manager/Receptionist Manager of Special Events 302-831-4653 302-831-4796 [email protected] [email protected]

SODE AREA DIRECTORS SODE Wilmington Wizards Area Ed Capodanno & Joanne Cunningham [email protected]

SODE Newark Dragons Area John Miller [email protected]

SODE MOT Tigers Area Mary Ward Hutchison [email protected]

SODE Kent Wild Kats Area Dave Manwiller [email protected]

SODE Sussex Riptide Area Robert Bailey [email protected]

Created by the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation for the Benefit of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities.