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Is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of LOCAL PROGRAM COUNTY LOCAL PROGRAM COUNTY Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, Ability Beyond Fairfield Special Olympics Manchester Hartford experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their Allied Enfield Stars Hartford Special Olympics Mansfield-Tolland Tolland families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. ARC of New London County New London Special Olympics Marrakech New Haven ARI of Connecticut, Inc. Fairfield Special Olympics Mid-State Hartford Chapel Haven, Inc. New Haven Special Olympics Mystic-Ledyard New London Connecticut Tumblers New Haven Special Olympics Naugatuck New Haven WHAT WE DO Connecticut can take pride in having more Special Darien Lions Fairfield Special Olympics New London New London Olympics Unified Champion Banner Schools than East Hartford Parks & Recreation Hartford Special Olympics New Milford Litchfield Greater Middletown Special Olympics Middlesex Special Olympics Norwalk Fairfield Sports we offer: any other state – with 44 receiving this honor. Groton Special Recreation New London Special Olympics Norwich New London Alpine Skiing Figure Skating Snowboarding Hartford Board of Education Hartford Special Olympics Oxford New Haven ® Basketball Flag Football Snowshoeing A Unified Champion Banner School is one that offers Special Olympics Unified Sports Litchfield County ARC, Inc. Litchfield Special Olympics Ridgefield Fairfield Bocce Floor Hockey Soccer programs as well as activities and events that promote inclusion, collaboration and Manchester Supportive Living Hartford Special Olympics Shelton Fairfield Bowling Golf Softball respect for all of its students. These schools make including people with intellectual MARC, Inc. of Manchester Hartford Special Olympics Simsbury Hartford Cheerleading Gymnastics Speed Skating disabilities their mission not just because it’s a nice thing to do, but because it is a Milford Operation Mainstream New Haven Special Olympics South Windsor Hartford Croquet Long-Distance Swimming necessary thing to do. Including students with intellectual disabilities on basketball New Haven Public Schools New Haven Special Olympics Tri-Town New Haven Cross-Country Skiing Unified Running Tennis courts, in pep rallies, in other school organizations and in classrooms enriches the Northwest Special Olympic Swim Team Litchfield Special Olympics Trumbull Fairfield Curling Powerlifting Track and Field education experience, as students learn from each other, show each other kindness Norwich Free Academy New London Special Olympics Waterbury New Haven Cycling Sailing Volleyball and benefit from each other’s strengths. Our Vision Westport Fairfield Special Olympics West Hartford Hartford

Quinebaug Valley Windham Special Olympics Weston Fairfield Unified Champion Banner Schools exemplify what Special Olympics is all about. They create inclusion so that people with intellectual disabilities have opportunities Region 1 Public School District Litchfield Litchfield Special Olympics Westport-Weston YMCA Fairfield that are equal to those of their peers, and students with and without intellectual River Brook Regional YMCA Fairfield Special Olympics Willimantic Windham OUR PARTICIPANTS disabilities are encouraged to build each other up and support each other in their Seaside Saybrook Middlesex Special Olympics Windsor Hartford pursuits – in sports and in life. Southbury Training School New Haven Special Olympics Windsor Locks Hartford Our inclusive programs are for everyone who enjoys playing sports. Southington Sports Club Hartford Stamford Public Schools Fairfield Participants include individuals of all ages with intellectual disabilities. For nearly 50 years, Special Olympics has been working to achieve an “Inclusion Special Olympics Bloomfield Hartford Team North Haven New Haven Revolution” to bring people with intellectual disabilities out of the darkness and Special Olympics Bristol Hartford Team Plainfield Windham They also include Unified teammates, individuals without disabilities who join in our to reveal the champions they are! We are inspired by the athletes we serve each Special Olympics Central Shoreline New Haven Team RHAM Hartford Unified Sports® programs. Unified Sports® brings athletes with and without intellectual and every day. Their determination to succeed gives us the motivation to provide Special Olympics Cheshire New Haven Team West Haven New Haven disabilities together to play on the same team to inspire inclusion and friendship. more sports, health and fitness programs that will help them grow and connect Special Olympics Colchester New London The Valley YMCA (Ansonia) New Haven with others. While these programs do wonders for our athletes, we’ve seen that Special Olympics Danbury Fairfield Town of Newington Hartford Through the power of sport, Special Olympics develops fit and healthy athletes, they also provide life-changing experiences for the volunteers, family members, Special Olympics Farmington Valley Hartford Town of Wethersfield Hartford creates communities that are more understanding and accepting of people with supporters and friends who get involved. Special Olympics Connecticut is fortunate Special Olympics Glastonbury Hartford Unified Long Distance Running Team Fairfield intellectual disabilities and reveals and celebrates the champions among us! to have so many amazing people involved and we are grateful for each athlete and Special Olympics Greenwich Fairfield Watertown Area Association for Special Citizens Litchfield contributor who is part of our team! Special Olympics Griswold New London Whole Life, Inc. Fairfield Special Olympics Hamden New Haven Windham Athletic Association Windham – Beau Doherty – Craig Edmondson Special Olympics Hartford Hartford Special Olympics Connecticut President Special Olympics Connecticut Board Chairman

3 ANNUAL STATE STATE COMPETITION COMPETITIONS TOP PERFORMERS

WINTER GAMES Ashley Lavoie Dead Lift: 6.05 Meters Matt Kryspin 200M SNOWSHOEING Special Olympics West 405 lbs. Hartford Special Olympics Danbury Female: Sophie Legris SWIMMING R Evanisto 1:14.60 375 lbs. Special Olympics New Milford Steven Emblidge 100M Free, 1.04.94 Special Olympics LARC ARC of New London Male: James DePaola Timothy Carr Kristy DeCosta 350 lbs. 53:44 Special Olympics Tri-Town Special Olympics Simsbury 100M, 1.25.25 ARC of New London 100M CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING Hakim Foster Jordan Patrick 325 lbs. Female: 100 Individual Medley, Special Olympics Tri-Town Kelly Schnieder 1.27.32 28.75 Special Olympics Travis Stolle Special Olympics New Milford Winter Games Summer Games Unified Sports® Fall Festival Unified Sports® Holiday Classic West Hartford 315 lbs. Special Olympics LARC March 4th and 5th June 9th, 10th and 11th September 9th and 10th November 18th and 19th Male: Selina Derungs Jason Lodge 100 Individual Medley, Sharon Rivera 21.75 Athletes: 616 Athletes: 2,139 Athletes: 937 Athletes: 1,755 1.34.13 235 lbs. Special Olympics Watertown Unified Teammates: 140 Unified Teammates: 412 Unified Teammates: 333 Unified Teammates: 624 Special Olympics Simsbury Special Olympics Tri-Town Coaches: 78 Coaches: 445 Coaches: 165 Coaches: 149 SUMMER GAMES UNIFIED SPORTS® Jessica Soran 210 lbs. Alpine Skiing and Snowboarding Cycling Bocce Unified Basketball TRACK & FIELD HOLIDAY CLASSIC Special Olympics Danbury Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort, Scalzi Park, Stamford Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center, Swimming Middlefield Hamden and Quinnipiac University, Hamden Marco Rodriquez-Golzalez POWERLIFTING Croquet Tennis 100M Run, 12.90 Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing Ocean House, Watch Hill, Rhode Island Bowling New Haven Schools Bench Press: Eversource Energy, Windsor Track and Field Bowlero, Milford and AMF Circle Lanes, Matt Kryspin Golf Southern Connecticut State University, East Haven Gabriella Ocasio 285 lbs. Figure Skating and Speed Skating Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Hamden New Haven 100M Run, 15.41 Special Olympics Danbury International Skating Center Powerlifting Sailing Special Olympics Griswold of Connecticut, Simsbury Developmental Swimming James Hillhouse High School, The Wadawanuck Club, Stonington Travis Stolle New Haven Unified Floor Hockey and Skills Soccer SHOT PUT 245 lbs. Softball Pratt & Whitney, East Hartford Hamden Hall Country Day School Skiff Unified Volleyball Special Olympics LARC Connecticut SportsPlex, North Branford Joshua Kinney Street Athletic Complex, Hamden Floyd Little Athletic Center, 11.03 Meters Gymnastics and Kennedy Memorial Field, East Haven David Dennin New Haven Special Olympics Griswold Farmington Valley Gymnastics and More, 200 lbs. Plainville Special Olympics Trumbull

4 5 ADDITIONAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS COMPETITIONS WORLD & USA GAMES

Speed Skating Invitational Essex Sailing Invitational WORLD GAMES February 23rd, Connecticut College, New London June 17th, Essex Yacht Club, Essex Graz, Schladming and Ramsau, Austria, March 14th – 25th Floor Hockey Divisioning Tournament Golf Skills Jamboree In March of 2017, athletes from 105 countries competed in the Special Olympics February 26th, Pratt & Whitney, East Hartford July 23rd, Lyman Orchards Golf Club, Middlefield World Winter Games in Austria. Special Olympics Connecticut Athletes Rebecca Lamoin, Stacey Shorts and Natasha De Elye Cole represented our state and country Windham Invitational Swim Meet Softball Divisioning Tournament and competed in Alpine Skiing, Snowshoeing and Cross-Country Skiing, respectively. March 11th, Windham High School, Windham August 12th ,Pragemann Park, Wallingford ESPN and the ABC Television Network broadcasted the World Winter Games Opening Ceremonies and highlights from the Games nightly – bringing the triumph Traditional Floor Hockey Competition Colchester Golf Skills Challenge and joy of Special Olympics into households around the globe. March 11th & March 12th, Special Olympics August 13th, Tallwood Country Club, Hebron Massachusetts Golf Alternate Shot SPECIAL OLYMPICS NATIONAL UNIFIED Traditional Basketball Tournament August 19th, Orange Hills Country Club, Orange BOWLING TOURNAMENT March 18th, Holy Cross High School, Unified Croquet Invitational Kennedy High School, West Side Middle School Las Vegas, Nevada, February 14th – 16th August 19th, Elizabeth Park, West Hartford and Chase Collegiate School, all of Waterbury and Unified teammates representing Special Olympics Connecticut included Stuart Clark, Naugatuck High School, Naugatuck Cedar Point Sailing Regatta Robert Kubic, Ed Link and Steven Link. Curling Bonspiel August 27th, Cedar Point Yacht Club, Westport April 8th, Nutmeg Curling Club, Bridgeport SPECIAL OLYMPICS NORTH AMERICA Unified Basketball Divisioning Tournament GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP Husky Classic Soccer Divisioning Tournament October 21st, Floyd Little Athletic Center, April 29th, University of Connecticut, Storrs New Haven Seattle, Washington, June 26th – 28th Unified teammates representing Special Olympics Connecticut included Clif Backes, Northern Time Trials Unified olleyballV Divisioning Tournament David Dennin, Aidan Kelly, Andrew McMillan, Shawn Reilly and Lisa Thomasco. Coach May 7th, The Loomis Chaffee School, Windsor October 22nd, Floyd Little Athletic Center, New Haven Kevin Smith, Head of Delegation Nancy Dennin and Caddy Joe Dennin also attended to support the players. Southern Time Trials May 13th, Weston High School, Weston

Developmental Swimming Time Trials May 20th, Oxford High School, Oxford

Cycling Time Trials May 21st, Eversource, Cheshire

6 7 UNIFIED SPORTS® ATHLETE LEADERSHIP FITNESS CLUB PROGRAM

Our Unified Sports® Fitness Club brings people with and Through our Athlete Leadership Program, Special Olympics without intellectual disabilities together to enhance their participants have opportunities to serve our organization health and fitness through regular physical activity. As an as spokespersons, ambassadors, strategists and members added benefit, participants form lasting friendships. of our Board of Directors.

While the Club‘s primary activity is walking, its members enjoy a wide variety of exercises that include rowing, Zumba, basketball and indoor cycling. In addition At the same time, they benefit from this program by receiving specialized training to physical activities, Club members receive guidance and resources to enhance in such disciplines as public speaking, event planning, and health, and are empowered their nutrition, fitness and overall well-being. to make decisions that impact the future of Special Olympics Connecticut.

Members engage in exercise on their own and team up with other members in their Our spokespersons are known as Global Messengers and we currently have 58 community weekly or bi-weekly for organized outings to such destinations as state athletes and 2 Unified Partners who serve in this role. In addition to a series of training parks and hiking trails. Tracking devices tally members’ steps and incentives are opportunities offered throughout the year, Global Messengers annually participate in awarded to those who achieve milestones. The support Fitness Club members receive a Fall Athlete Input Council and Global Messenger Training Day which features guest and the bonds they make encourage them to get up, get outside and keep moving! speakers, fitness activities and the announcement of new members.

In addition to regular fitness get-togethers, Universal Walks that unite Fitness Club members from around the state and additional special events are offered. Southern Connecticut State University hosted a Universal Event in April and a New England Trail Sensory Walk, led by a certified nature and forest therapy guide, was held at the East River Preserve in Guilford in August.

“I think the (Unified Sports® Fitness) Club is very good. It makes you want to get up and see your friends on Saturday. I feel healthy. I’m stronger. I can go for long walks on my trips. I keep fit by swimming. I have been swimming for almost 20 years. I also like doing push-ups and jumping jacks."

– Stephen Emblidge, Special Olympics Groton Unified Sports® Fitness Club

Stephen walked a total of 8,361 miles, from January 2016 through December 2017 – more than any other Club member!

Our Unified Sports® Fitness Club members have walked a total of 710,582 miles from the Club’s inception in 2014 through December 31, 2017. The Special Olympics Windsor Locks team has walked 128,587 of these miles! Club members earn pins for activities completed.

8 9 UNIFIED CHAMPION SCHOOLS SPECIAL OLYMPICS INDUCTED IN 2017 INCLUDE: Arthur Illing Middle School, Manchester ® Baldwin Middle School, Guilford UNIFIED SPORTS Broadview Middle School, Danbury City Hill Middle School, Naugatuck Har-Bur Middle School, Burlington Mystic Middle School Creating inclusion through sports: The Special UNIFIED SPORTS® IN OUR SCHOOLS Pawcatuck Middle School, Stonington Olympics Unified Sports® program brings athletes Francis T. Walsh Intermediate School, In 1992, Special Olympics Connecticut teamed up with the Connecticut Branford with and without intellectual disabilities together Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) to offer its Unified Sports® program Lewis S. Mills High School, Burlington to train and compete in sports in our communities in schools, so that all students could be part of a sports team and to address Weston High School social issues that include isolation, separation and bullying through sports. The Joseph A. Foran High School, Milford and in our schools. Enfield High School partnership proved very successful and became a model for other Special Olympics Simsbury High School Unified Sports® is an impactful program that gives athletes with intellectual organizations around the country. disabilities opportunities to be included on sports teams and engage in sports UNIFIED CHAMPION SCHOOLS training to boost their confidence, improve their health and socialize with their Today, 95% of Connecticut's public high schools offer Special Olympics PREVIOUSLY INDUCTED INCLUDE: ® peers. The program offers non-disabled participants opportunities to relate to, Unified Sports to students through the Special Olympics - CIAC Amity Regional High School, Woodbridge learn from and form friendships with individuals with intellectual disabilities, partnership. Berlin High School while enjoying the experience of being on a sports team. Brookfield High School In addition, 76 middle schools and 45 elementary schools participate Cheshire High School in Unified Sports® events and tournaments. Coginchaug High School, Durham Crosby High School, Waterbury “For the longest time I thought the benefit Fairfield Ludlowe High School ® of playing Unified Sports was to give these A total of 4,750 athletes and Unified Teammates participated in Unified Farmington High School ® amazing kids a chance of what it feels like Sports at their schools in 2017. Greenwich High School to participate in a sport. Instead, I realized Guilford High School that the real benefit that comes from Daniel Hand High School, Madison playing Unified Sports® is looking in the Of these, 1,484 were enrolled in our Young Athletes program, which ® Jonathan Law High School, Milford stands and seeing the reaction of a parent is Unified Sports for children 3 to 7 years old that focuses on helping Masuk High School, Monroe when their child scores a goal or makes a participants improve physically, cognitively and socially at the earliest Middletown High School shot. I swear, it looks like they just won phase of their development. New Britain High School Powerball for $450 million. Newington High School It is the moments when a parent simply UNIFIED CHAMPION BANNER SCHOOLS Newtown High School thanks you for playing with their child that Brien McMahon High School, Norwalk makes playing Unified Sports® better than Unified Champion Banner Schools successfully demonstrate a commitment Norwich Free Academy Oxford High School any other sport that my school has to offer.” to inclusion by fully adopting three components: the Special Olympics Unified Rockville High School Sports® program, Inclusive Youth Leadership and Whole School Engagement. – Jack Rose, Unified Sports® Teammate Shelton High School Masuk High School Southington High School Connecticut has the honor of having more Unified Champion Banner Schools Stafford High School than any other state - with a total of 44. Each of these schools has received local E.O. Smith High School, Storrs ® and national recognition for their model Unified Sports programs and a banner Suffield High School to display. Torrington High School Wilby High School, Waterbury Windsor High School Wolcott High School Woodstock Academy 11 10 11 HEALTHY 2017 HEALTH DISCIPLINES: FIT FEET ® Kurt Rode, DPM ATHLETES Offers podiatric screenings to evaluate ankles, feet and lower extremity biomechanics

FUNFITNESS Special Olympics is the world’s largest public health Heidi Adamski, PT, MS organization for people with intellectual disabilities. Colleen Langlais, PT, MS Provides physical therapy and screenings for flexibility, functional strength and balance Through our Healthy Athletes® program, we offer free medical screenings, health education and resources to enhance our athletes' overall well-being and to help HEALTH PROMOTION them become strong competitors in sports and in life. Joyce Baiardi, RN Caitlin Daikus, CHES We team up with respected medical practitioners in our community and students Carol Flaim, RN in the healthcare field to provide life-saving attention and care to our athletes. Offers guidance on healthy living and screenings for bone density, The experience benefits our athletes and equips these volunteers with the experience blood pressure and body mass index (BMI) and understanding they need to go on and serve people with intellectual disabilities HEALTHY HEARING through their own internships and practices. Thomas Hinchey, AuD Jamie Marotto, AuD, CCC-A The screenings and education we offer through the Healthy Athletes® program are Provides comprehensive hearing examinations and follow-up care provided to athletes at the venues where we hold our competitions, allowing for convenient and accessible healthcare. Medical conditions including chronic pain, OPENING EYES disease, blindness, hearing loss and shortened lifespan - more common diagnosis Christopher Agro, OD Susan Danberg, OD, FCOVD for people with intellectual disabilities - may be detected. Provides free eye assessments, prescription eyewear, sunglasses and sports goggles Most importantly, if health issues are identified, we work with athletes to ensure they receive the treatment and follow-up care they require. SPECIAL SMILES Deborah A. Redford-Badwal, DDS, PhD Offers dental examinations, personal oral hygiene instruction, sports mouthguards and fluoride varnish treatments

FIT 5 Our Fit 5 Program is designed to help participants improve their athletic performance with its focus on physical fitness, nutrition and hydration. Athletes, Unified partners and family members enrolled in the eight-week program are trained by Wellness Coaches using a comprehensive wellness curriculum that empowers them to make healthier lifestyle choices.

Throughout the program, participants receive the support and encouragement they need to make changes to their diets and routines, In 2017, Special Olympics Connecticut Through our Opening Eyes initiative, 174 and to be successful. athletes received a total of 1,845 health prescription glasses and 35 sport goggles screenings at seven Healthy Athletes® events. were distributed. Local Programs that offered FIT 5 in 2017 include Special Olympics Wethersfield, Oxford, West Haven, North Haven, Marrakech, New Milford, Newington and Mid-State.

12 13 AWARD RECIPIENTS

2017 HALL OF FAME EVENT UNSUNG HERO AWARDS

Special Olympics Connecticut honored outstanding athletes, volunteers and Volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes sponsors at its Annual Hall of Fame. The event, themed “Rise Up”, was hosted for Special Olympics Connecticut with no expectation by the Bozzuto and Calvanese Families and held at the Aqua Turf Club on of recognition or reward. March 22nd. Awards presented include: Bob Switzgable Christopher Agro, OD Rob DeMezzo Michelle Plucenik OUTSTANDING LOCAL PROGRAM AWARD Chris Keever Jarrod Viens Tom Martin Katherine Kalisz Presented to a local program that offers a quality sports training and Tahj McCall Josef Herten competition program which includes a variety of athlete enrichment Renee DiNino opportunities including health and fitness programs, social inclusion activities, and community awareness initiatives for a minimum of 10 years. SPIRIT OF LIFE AWARDS Special Olympics Oxford Special Olympics athletes who exemplify the true spirit and meaning of Special Olympics.

HALL OF FAME AWARDS Vincent Acquaotta Jonathan Brangi Individuals or groups who have made contributions of time and resources Martin Cruz Lizzie Reynolds that have significantly impacted Special Olympics Connecticut. Warren Hartleb Paige Beardsworth John Turbeville Amari Denzel Timmons Eunice Murtha Award Bozzuto Family Award Shane Fitzsimons The Kopcso Family 2017 PRESIDENT’S AWARDS Community Leadership Award Susan Saint James Award Presidents Awards are presented at the discretion of the President of Special NBC Connecticut Catherine Kortlandt Olympics Connecticut to recognize individuals who’ve made extraordinary and Lew Perkins Coach Award Eunice Kennedy Shriver Award impactful contributions to our organization. Derrick Ford Sharon Rivera Jeff Wilpon Sheila Schmidt Award John Miller Joseph Dennin Larry Kucharski

14 15 LAW ENFORCEMENT PENGUIN OVER TORCH RUN® FOR SOCT PLUNGES THE EDGE

The Penguin Plunge event gives participants the opportunity to come together with A record number of kind-hearted thrill-seekers participated in our sold out 6th Annual Over TOP 10 DEPARTMENTS 2016 Totals friends and other warm-hearted individuals in their community to have fun and do good. the Edge event hosted by Mohegan Sun on Friday, September 9th. At the end of the day, each Participants jump into the chilly waters of a lake or ocean in an exciting, festive atmosphere of the 119 participants had rappelled down more than 30 floors and collectively raised $150,000 South Windsor Police Department $60,200 and earn great incentive prizes by raising money online to support Special Olympics’ year- for Special Olympics Connecticut through online pledges and donations from friends and family. round sports, health and fitness programs for people of all abilities. Branford Police Department $24,469 Over the Edge participants included law enforcement officers from Avon, Bristol, Cheshire, In addition to the chilling, thrilling Plunge into icy waters, event highlights include music, Enfield, Guilford, Newington, Plymouth, Simsbury, Suffield, Torrington, Vernon, Watertown Enfield Police Department $20,304 refreshments, a parade of “penguins” and an awards ceremony. Costumes and team outfits and West Haven Police Departments, the Department of Corrections and Subase New London. are encouraged and spectators are always welcome! Also, Special Olympics Athlete Matt Glad and fearless friends from Bearingstar Insurance, iCRV Fairfield University Department of Public Safety $19,763 Radio, Marcum, Mohegan Sun, Mohegan Holding Company, LLC and WWE.

Plymouth Police Department $17,011 Date Event/Location Amt. Raised The Over the Edge event provides brave individuals with an opportunity of a lifetime and amazing views from atop one of Connecticut’s most iconic buildings. No experience Jan 29 Farmington Penguin Plunge at Winding Trails $52,457 Torrington Police Department $16,482 is necessary and those who rappel feel great about supporting and honoring the incredible spirit and courage of Special Olympics athletes. Feb 25 Middletown Penguin Plunge at Crystal Lake $92,492 SBPD/Divers $15,587 Mar 4 Winsted Penguin Plunge at Highland Lake $73,314 Monroe Police Department $13,765 Shoreline Penguin Plunge at Ocean Beach Park, Mar 5 $56,563 Hartford Police Department $12,895 New London Mar 25 Westport Penguin Plunge at Compo Beach $86,297 Bridgeport Police Department $12,843

The Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics Connecticut is a three-day event, held each year in June to raise awareness, broaden understanding and garner support for Special Olympics athletes and Unified teammates around the state. Law enforcement officers from departments, agencies, universities and correctional facilities participate by running a leg through their town with the Special Olympics Torch, and passing the Torch with its “Flame of Hope” from community to community. The Run culminates on the first day of our Special Olympics Connecticut Summer Games, where officers take part in Opening Ceremonies and use the Torch to light the ceremonial cauldron – signifying the commencement of the Games!

The Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics Connecticut also encompasses fundraising events that the officers organize and hold throughout the year. Popular fundraisers include Tip-A-Cop, Cop-on-Top, Wintertime Plunges and Jail n’ Bail events. Additionally, officers get involved by becoming Unified teammates and volunteering their time to present medals to athletes at competitions.

16 17 SPECIAL EVENTS

FEBRUARY 15TH MARCH 1ST APRIL 24TH MAY 22ND AUGUST 27TH SEPTEMBER 14TH SEPTEMBER 17TH SEPTEMBER 18TH Athlete Jackie Kennedy met Connecticut Congressman Our Annual Spread the Word to End the Word Day Nearly 900 teammates, coaches, family members, New York Mets and Unified teammates from Broadview The Dream Ride Experience presented by Bozzuto’s The Enterprise Golf Tournament for Special Olympics The annual Susan Saint James Poker Tournament The Special Olympics Connecticut Golf Tournament Joe Courtney during Special Olympics’ Annual Capitol takes place in March every year, however students school administrators, sponsors, and special guests Middle School gathered together for the 24th Annual Inc., The Hometown Foundation and your local IGA Connecticut took place on September 14th and raised at Foxwoods Resort Casino was held on September presented by BOND and organized by a dedicated Hill Day and shared her experience as a beneficiary conduct R-word campaigns throughout the year to attended the 14th Annual Michaels Jewelers’ Unified Mike Lupica/Jeff Wilpon Golf Tournament to benefit Supermarket to benefit Special Olympics returned to over $60,000 to benefit our athletes. This was the 4th 17th. Thanks to longtime friend and Special Olympics group of volunteers including longtime supporters of our Healthy Athletes® program. During Capitol Hill encourage respect for those with intellectual disabilities Sports® Cup Awards Banquet hosted by the Connecticut Special Olympics Connecticut presented by Webster Bank. the Farmington Polo Club, August 25th – 27th. annual tournament that Enterprise hosted to benefit Connecticut Board Member Susan Saint James, Nick Foligno and Al Pollock was held at the Lake of Day, Special Olympics representatives from across the and eliminate derogatory language. Students held a Interscholastic Athletic Conference in partnership with The Tournament was held at Fairview Country Club in Special Olympics Connecticut. participants had the opportunity to have fun, test Isles Golf Course at Foxwoods, September 18th. The event featured a motorcycle rally and 40-mile cruise, country advocate for the organization’s vital health and successful campaign at Mohegan Sun during the CIAC Special Olympics Connecticut. Greenwich on May 22nd. their luck and raise funds for their local program. NBC Connecticut’s Bob Maxon emceed the event. a Dream Cruise presented by Papa’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep education programs. basketball finals and collected over 1,500 signatures Unified middle and high schools, sponsors, coaches, and Ram of New Britain, a carnival, live entertainment, a fireman from people who pledged not to use the R-word. Unified Sports® essay writers were honored for excellence chili cook-off, pet adoptions and great food. Dream Ride during the event, held at the Aqua Turf Club. raised $1,500,000!

SEPTEMBER 25TH SEPTEMBER 30TH OCTOBER 7TH OCTOBER 16TH NOVEMBER 3RD NOVEMBER 5TH DECEMBER 6TH DECEMBER 15TH The 8th Annual LAZ Parking Charity Golf Tournament Our 2017 Leadership and Health Summit presented by Our 15th Annual Unified Fishing Tournament took place at Friends at St. Luke’s School hosted a fun, spirited Athletes enjoyed meeting new friends and dancing the Students and faculty at The Hotchkiss School - including Fourteen Global Messengers volunteered their time to More than 500 Unified teammates and coaches to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut and the Jordan Medtronic offered local coordinators, volunteers, athletes Merwin Meadows Park on October 7th. The event was made Team Connecticut Announcement Event to introduce night away at the annual Special Olympics Athlete Formal Special Olympics Connecticut Board Member Keith Moon – write thank you notes to generous donors and sponsors representing high schools and middle schools from Porco Foundation was held on September 25th at and family members a day of learning, sharing, guest possible and hosted by friends with the Mianus Chapter of and celebrate the delegation who will represent our state hosted by students with the Beta Mu Sigma Fraternity at hosted their 23rd Annual Swim-A-Thon to benefit Special during our annual Night of Thanks, December 6th. The across our state, along with special guests, gathered the Tunxis Plantation in Farmington. Al Laz (in photo), speakers and fitness activities on Saturday, September Trout Unlimited and the Lupica Family. Participants from at the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle. Southern Connecticut State University. This year’s event Olympics on November 5th. This record-setting event event was hosted by friends at TD Bank of Manchester. for the 12th Annual Unified Sports® Youth Leadership Michael Kuziak, Jim Marzi and Brian Perillo were 30th at the Trumbull Marriott. It was followed by a Coaches four lucky local programs won $500 in prizes. had a Western theme. had 238 swimmers participate, including members of the Summit presented by Special Olympics Connecticut Special Guests included Chairman of the Team Michael instrumental in organizing the event that raised over Training Day on Sunday at Bunnell High School. Special Olympics Northwest Swim Team. and the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference Bozzuto of Bozzuto’s Inc./The Hometown Foundation/ $40,000 for Special Olympics Connecticut. and hosted by Aetna. The theme of the Summit was Dream Ride; Honorary Chairperson of the Team Stephanie #choosetoinclude. McMahon, Chief Brand Officer, WWE; Kevin Martinez, Vice President of Corporate Citizenship for ESPN, the Official Broadcast Partner for the USA Games; Mark Davis, Head of School at St. Luke’s School and St. Luke’s students. Jonathan Moffly, President of Moffly Media, emceed. 18 19 PARTNER GOLISANO FOUNDATION UNITED TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION SPONSORS The Golisano Foundation is pleased to support Special Olympics Connecticut in its ongoing commitment to promote inclusive United Technologies Corp. is committed to supporting year-round healthcare for athletes. Their work as a Healthy organizations in the communities where our employees live and Community, developing wellness curriculums and expanding work. There is no better example of this commitment than our access to follow-up care, is outstanding and right in step with proud 40-year partnership with Special Olympics of Connecticut EVERSOURCE ENERGY our mission to “imagine the possibilities.” People with intellectual disabilities deserve the same access to year-round healthcare that – our home state. Over the course of the past four decades, our people without disabilities have and Special Olympics Connecticut CT-based business units have contributed more than $2 million, ADAMS HOMETOWN MARKETS/ Eversource and our employees are honored to sponsor and host is helping to make that a reality. and thousands of UTC employees have generously donated their IGA HOMETOWN SUPERMARKETS/ the Special Olympics Connecticut Winter Games again this year, time and effort to help SOCT athletes excel on and off the field. DREAM RIDE as we have for more than 30 years. The incredible athletes and - Ann Costello, Executive Director families who participate, the passionate people who bring each Golisano Foundation - Tizz Weber, Senior Director, Communications competition to life and the dedicated volunteers who lend their Adams and IGA Supermarkets, along with Bozzuto’s Inc., and Pratt & Whitney time and talent to support the events embody just what Special The Hometown Foundation, are proud to be a community partner Olympics is all about. Together, we are in good company with with Special Olympics Connecticut. By supporting the good work Special Olympics Connecticut. of this organization, our employees and customers have a unique NBC CONNECTICUT WWE opportunity to be champions of change within their communities - James J. Judge, President and CEO as we continue to seek and support inclusion for all. Eversource Energy NBC Connecticut has been a proud supporter of Special Olympics WWE is privileged to have a longstanding partnership with - Michael Bozzuto, CEO Connecticut for many years. Our employees enjoy friendship and Special Olympics Connecticut, an organization committed to camaraderie with the athletes, whether it be on the bowling spreading the message of acceptance and inclusion across Bozzuto’s Inc. LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN® alley or at the Games. The partnership is a source of great joy our home state. The heart, passion, and dedication of Special and pride, and in line with our “Connecting You” brand, which Olympics Connecticut athletes is an inspiration to all of us.

® emphasizes caring, advocating and empowering our community. The Connecticut Law Enforcement Torch Run is part of an - Stephanie McMahon, Chief Brand Officer We value our long and vibrant relationship with Special Olympics international campaign for Special Olympics, coordinated WWE ESPN and managed by all divisions of law enforcement officers Connecticut. and the officials throughout the world whose mission - Susan Tully, President & General Manager For more than 30 years, ESPN has been proud to support is to raise funds and awareness of the Special Olympics NBC Connecticut Special Olympics Connecticut and their incredible work in movement worldwide. The statewide Law Enforcement promoting social inclusion and acceptance. Through employee Torch Run® for Special Olympics Connecticut has been volunteerism and our continued local and global commitment recognized in the world for many years as one of the top to Unified Sports®, we’re honored to team up with our hometown grassroots fundraising organizations for Special Olympics. organization which has been instrumental in making inclusion We are the Guardians of the Flame, spreading awareness TD BANK and bringing others into our movement to continue to and lifelong good health the tangible difference in athletes’ support people with intellectual disabilities. Strengthening the communities in which we live and work with intellectual differences lives. through employee volunteerism and funding, TD Bank is - Lt. Donald Crabtree - Kevin Martinez, Vice President committed to its longstanding partnership with Special Wethersfield P.D. ESPN Corporate Citizenship Olympics and its mission to empower and create a lifetime - Director Todd A. Pelazza of positive impact for individual athletes and their families. Fairfield University Dept. of Public Safety We are proud to be making a difference, together.

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$60,000+ Griffin Industrial Realty $1,000 - $2,499 B Thomas Golisano Foundation Henkel Corporation Advantage ESPN Mohegan Sun Resort Casino Beltone New England The Hometown Foundation, Inc. NBC Sports Charter Oak Federal Credit Union Law Enforcement Torch Run® Synchrony Financial City of Waterbury, Mayor's Office TD Bank TokioMarine/HCC Global Financial Products DATTCO United Technologies Corporation Dime Bank Foundation, Inc. $5,000 - $9,999 EDAC Technologies $50,000 - $59,999 BHI Energy Emera Energy Eversource BIC Corporation Guilford Savings Bank World Wrestling Entertainment Comcast Cable Independence Physical Therapy, LLC Fairfield County Bank LF Powers Co., Inc $25,000 - $49,999 Feroleto Steel Northwest Community Bank Adams Super Food Stores Frontier Communications Purdue Pharma Bearingstar Insurance Charitable Fund Geico Philanthropic Foundation RBC Wealth Management Campus Customs Hartford Wolf Pack Community Foundation Sound Cyclists Bicycle Club, Inc. Connecticut Elks Association Otis Elevator Company The Bigelow Tea Company Enterprise Holdings Pratt & Whitney The Tolland Fund, Inc. General Electric Suzio York Hill Companies Weston Police Benevolent Association Hoffman Auto Group Thule, Inc. Windsor Federal Savings Bank LAZ Parking Charitable Foundation, Inc. Yale New Haven Health Systems XL Catlin Medtronic Sikorsky – A Lockheed Martin Company $2,500 - $4,999 Webster Bank American Legion Department of Connecticut, Inc. Whelen Engineering Co. Blum Shapiro Group LLC Connecticut Section of the PGA $15,000 - $24,999 FedEx ConnectiCare, Inc. Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation, Inc. (Subway) Knights of Columbus Supreme Council IBM Corporation MacDermid Performance Solutions, Inc. Ion Bank Foundation Praxair, Inc. Jones Lang LaSalle Marcum $10,000 - $14,999 NYAC Athlete's Fund Alexion Olsen Construction Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of People's United Community Foundation Connecticut PwC Emerson Charitable Trust Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation E-Rate Online LLC Walter Camp Football Foundation Foxwoods Resort Casino

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Access Audio Visual Systems MacDermid Performance Solutions, Inc. University of Connecticut YEAR-ROUND MEDIA Adams Hometown Markets/IGA Maneeley's Catering Wadawanuck Club Hometown Supermarkets Marcus Communications, Inc. West Side Middle School SUPPLIERS Advantage Metropolitan District Commission Weston Schools RADIO Aetna Foundation, Inc. Michael Elmore Winding Trails Recreation Area Adams Hometown Markets/IGA iHeart Media Connecticut American Medical Response - New Haven Michel's Corporation WORX Hometown Supermarkets The Beat 100.9 FM AND1/Highlife LLC Mohawk Mountain WWE Campus Customs Country 92.5 FM Aqua Turf Country Club Mohegan Sun Resort & Casino ESPN Radio 1300 AM Atlas Copco Mount Southington Ski Area The Coca-Cola Company Volunteer Photographers ESPN Radio 97.9 FM Aunt Chilada's Naugatuck High School Connecticut Portable Storage/PODS Erin Bond KC 101.3 FM Bombas.com NBC Connecticut Dan Burns Crystal Rock Water and Coffee Company KISS 95.7 FM Bozzuto's Inc. New York Racing Association Kimberly Ciarlo Dunkin’ Donuts News Radio 1410 WPOP AM Chase Collegiate Ocean House, Rhode Island Denise Ciccarelli The River 105.9 FM Guida’s Milk and Ice Cream Chick-fil-A of North Haven Papa's Dodge Rich Coyle WELI 960 AM NewsTalk Lamar Outdoor Advertising Connecticut Portable Storage (PODS) Pepperidge Farm, Inc. William DeKine Connoisseur Media Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort Marcus Communications Connoisseur Media Kevin Fletcher Crystal Rock Water and Coffee Company Pratt & Whitney State of Connecticut Judicial Branch 95.9 The Fox FM Steve Glad Dial America Marketing Quinnipiac University 99.1 WPLR FM Matt Glad Community Service Dodson's Boatyard R2Graphics, Inc. 99.9 STAR FM Norbert Herzog WORX Dunkin Brands, Inc. Republican American Glen Kutler Cumulus Media Eagle Leasing Six Flags New England Chad Lyons 105.5 FM Q105 ESPN Ski Sundown Mel Morales Eversource Energy Sleeping Giant Golf Course Alexandra Parsons TELEVISION Farmington Gymnastics Southern Connecticut State University Diane Parsons ESPN First Transit SpaceFitters Evanthea Parsons NBC Connecticut Floyd Little Athletic Center State of Connecticut Judicial Branch Steve Polansky Frontier Communications Community Service Ed Reilly Guida's Milk and Ice Cream Subway, Inc. PRINT Dawn Santiago Hamden Hall Country Day School Taft School William Shea The Day Hearst Connecticut Media Group TD Bank Hearst Connecticut Media Group Eileen Skully Henkel Corporation Tecton Architects PC Helen Taylor The Middletown Press Holy Cross High School The City of Stamford New Haven Register Ginny Thibodeau iHeart Radio Connecticut The Coca-Cola Bottling Company Hildi Todrin The Register Citizen Indeed, Inc. The Day Republican American James Hillhouse High School The Gunnery Turley Press Keith Alan Productions The Loomis Chaffee School Kennedy High School The Register Citizen Kennedy Memorial Field Turley Press Lamar Advertising United State Tennis Association

24 25 IN MEMORY & HONOR OF PLANNED GIVING & THE Domenic Caruso Cindy Martin Peter G. Chabot Noah McLane CHAMPION'S SOCIETY Joshua Cohen Marla Metevier Jeff Cohen Julie Meyer Natasha Cole Rob Miller and Jill Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Edward Connole Eric and Donna Minotti IN MEMORY OF Susan C. Desautels Harvey Lavoy Mary Sanger Jack Crowell Brian Murphy THE CHAMPION’S SOCIETY MEMBERS Erik Altena Freida Destro Larry Leon Edith Sheppard Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Allen Deanna Demaio Lyn Nevins Champion’s Society members leave a legacy and help ensure Elizabeth Amodeo Carmen Dilger Jason Lessard Marion Side Anonymous Nancy L. Dennin Patricia Newbold Special Olympics’ life-changing programs will continue to enrich Thomas E. Anderson, Sr. Concetta M. Dilger Louise Levesque Patricia Silk Kristi Dina and Family Maura O'Malley the lives of its athletes and create more inclusive communities Mrs. Marie J. Bedard John Aronson Gregg DiToro Terry Lindsey Theodora Simeone Ronald Duffney Mary Beth O'Neil and Sheila Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Bowes Rafeal Ashe Ralph Dolan Sandra Kay Smith Lister Keith Smith through sports. Erin Ann Dulahunty Lafleur Mr. Steven Bruce Doris Bald Barbara M. Dubiel Edmund S. Luczkow Carol Southmayd Carol J. Evans Matthew Oremland Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Burton David Banks Teddy Ebersol Armand Maida Benjamin St. Pierre By making a planned gift through their will or real estate plan, Jon Ferry Michael and Matthew Osiecki Ms. Burdeen Camp Robert Barrett Christopher N. Erickson Minnie Mann Joan Stainken members demonstrate a commitment to supporting the mission Krista Fetera and Cate Alix Mr. and Mrs. Dan Careb Ruth T. Bedford Timothy M. Fitzgerald Mary L. Manseau Frank Steel Marshall and Michael Susan Perguidi of Special Olympics and future Special Olympics athletes. Mr. and Mrs. Dave and Frankie Cassano Kurstin D. Berghauser Franco Franzese Willie Marquis Mark Sullivan Firmender Nick Pratico Mr. and Mrs. Donald Cone* Jeannine B. Fontaine Samuel S. Freedman Donald Maxa, Jr. John Swanson Layla Fisher Diane Prefontaine In appreciation of their gift, members are invited to join in an Ms. Janice L. Curley Blanchard Ernest Galli Rose M. Mazerolle Vincent Tassone Karen Forlenzo The Quellette's Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Dennin, Jr. Veronica R. Bonanzinga Patricia Garcia Hilllary McCurdy Kevin Taylor evening that recognizes their dedication to Special Olympics Jack and Chip Frost Nicky Ragozzino Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Doherty Jr. Jay Bontatibus Anthony M. Gerace Irene A. Mengold Stephen Toconis and the achievements of current participants. The 4th Annual Alexandra Frumin Albert Reid Virginia Booth Raymond Geremia, Jr. Joseph H. Messier, Jr. Michael Treadway Champion’s Society Gathering was hosted by NBC Sports Mr. Ernest J. Elliott Jeffrey Garewski Doris M. Revollo Margaret Boudo Gloria Glabau Helen Mierzejewski George Tuoti Studios in Stamford and took place in October. Members Ms. Susan Joy Gabrielson Michael Gentile Peggy Romeo Andrew Bouthiller Paul Grillo Jesse Miller Joseph B. Valentini Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Gerowe Jason Goodrich Molly Rubin enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour and an evening of celebration. Kenny Bunting Mark Gullotti Helen Modell Joseph A. Valiante Mr. and Mrs. Steven B. Glad Kelly Grant Matthew Santagata Emory K. Bunting Tapan Kumar Hajra John Mone Regina Vance Mr. Norman Hanenbaum Capt. Fred Hall Lori Schalow There is no gift minimum to become a member of The Frances Burdick Gerald Hale Roland Montigny John Walker Mr. and Mrs. Bob and Laurie-Jean Hannon Norman Hanenbaum Hoy Schramm Alex Burgo Catherine Hamel Fonda Murray James Weaver Champion’s Society and all gift amounts are kept confidential. Mr. and Mrs. Tom and Lisa Joyce Linda Hanson Elliott Shannon Paul Butler John E. Hennessey Robert Nordone James C. Welbourne Mr. Bruce A. Kirchner Brent Hartman Larry Shortell, Jr. Alan Campbell Robert E. Hennessey Georgette O’Brien Cassidy Westervelt Ms. Mary Kochiss Christina Hass and Mark Beth Sklar “We saw Jennifer develop Joseph Carbone Charles Hicks Juan C. O'Callahan Joseph R. Wiedemann Ms. Lynn M. LaRocca Seligman Liam Stevenson social skills and athletic skills Louis Caruso Karen Hollingsworth Brian O’Friel Michael Wilcox Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Nora Mason Sam Hayden Ruth Stober that were a direct result of Louis Castagnaro Kevin S. Horbacewicz Jeffny Pally Gene Wilder Mr. Frank Merenda* Kareem Hunt Haley Sunderland her participation with Special Katrina Ceballos Bobby Horlacher John D. Panula Patrick Williams Ms. Janice Moore William Hunt Nancy A. Tartaglia Terry Chambers Laurie Houman Dr. A. J. Papanikou Mary B. Woods Olympics. Our entire family Andrea B. Igdalsky Gary Tearney Mr. Jean Phillippe Morel* Gary Charlton Peter D. Humphrey Jacquelyn Peterson Wayne Woodtke was touched by Jennifer’s Katherine A. Ing Ian Thompson Mr. and Mrs. Mark Z. Myerson Grace Chatelle Daniel Jugovic Michael Pierro Samuel Zabinsky success as she was able to Robert Jagielski Anna Trahim Mr. Paul Olson Katie Majella Cole Don Kardos Lorraine Prebit compete at both (Special Douglas A. Kapell Jeff G. Truedson Mr. Dick Ebersol and Mrs. Susan Saint James Edward M. Considine Raymond Keenan Dominick Pulvirenti IN HONOR OF Olympics) USA Games and Jill M. Kapell Matt and Donna Valleau Mr. Eugene R. Singer, C.P.A. Michele M. Cook Lizzy Kennedy Anne Putala Abigal Abramson World Games and gain Angelina Kapell Pete L. Wagner Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Smith Lawrence Cooper Robert J. Kenny Matthew Quidgeon Shawn Galen Adams experiences that we never Kyle Kapell Martin Walsh Mr. and Mrs. David Snyderman Tyler P. Cormier John P. King Louis J. Reale Alex Agase imagined would have been Andrew Katz Tizz Weber Ms. Stephanie St. Marie Harold and June Coyne Victor Kolwicz Loraine Ann Rebillard Bill Andrews possible.” Betsy Katz Mary G. White Mr. and Mrs. Tony and Janet St. Marie Ronald Cramer Todd A. Koppell Frank Riccio, Sr. Karl Arezzini Courtney Kelleher Peter Willis Dr. Joseph P. Stankewich Paul W. Creatore Albert and Margaret Virginia Rice Chris Bailey – Dave and Frankie Cassano Traci Kissane The Wilson's Ms. Barbara J. Thomason Jean Criscione Kovachick Andy Rice Jeff S. and Janice Beekman Pam Koski Kenny Woods Sarah Croft Lauren Lafontaine Joseph A. Ripepi, Jr. Dante Bellini Mr. and Mrs. James H. Van Hoof Jr. Vagelis Koulouris Jenny Zhong Bruce Cunningham Mark Lafontaine Mary Rizzuto Frank Besciglia Mr. Carl Verner and Dr. Jody Terranova Scot Lang Randy and Karen Zigmont Mark Delgado Charles Lahda Lee C. Robedee Donald Bieling Mr. Peter Wooster* Meredith Lankarge Lance Zimmerman Audrey DeRosa Roland LaRose Emily Rose Gus Boden-Gaura Alexander L. Lehet Genevieve Laskowski Marcia Rubinstien Joan Butman *New members in 2017 Tom Madera 26 27 Mr. and Mrs. Ronald J. Careb Mr. John H. Frost Ms. Nancy Martin Ms. Patricia Richards CHAMPIONS OF THE MOVEMENT Mr. and Mrs. John Furry Ms. Janet Masselink Mr. Christopher Romanello Ms. Angela Carlucci Mr. Dominic Cartelli Mr. Patrick Gaffney Ms. Margarita Matias Mrs. Sharon L. Rozum Mr. and Mrs. Titus A. Casazza Ms. Gloria Gallo Dr. and Mrs. Reginald R. Mayo Mr. Mark Ruffalo INDIVIDUAL DONORS Ms. Anne Gilbert Mr. and Mrs. David P. and Taylor Mazza Mr. James Salter Mr. and Mrs. Dennis and Deborah Dr. Walter Pierog Casey Mr. Arden Giligian Mr. John McCabe Mr. J R. Schimenz Mr. Robert S. Poliner Mrs. Eileen I. Cavanaugh Ms. Janet S. Gochberg Ms. Elizabeth McCaul Ms. Carol Schneider Mr. Vincent Polito Jr. Mr. Joseph Celotto Mr. Joseph Goldberg Mr. James McConnell Mr. Robert Schroeder Mr. Phil Porter Mr. John G. Chandler Mrs. Linda Goldfarb Mr. Patrick McDonagh Mr. Michael Sheehan Ms. Lynn P. Puddington Mr. and Mrs. Arnold and Sandy Chase Mr. Jonathan A. Goldstein Ms. Nancy McKelvy Ms. Donna Shinn $25,000 + Mr. and Mrs. William Welch Ms. Julee Guinipero Mrs. Paula B. Reis Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey S. Chavkin Mr. William J. Griffin Dr. Robert T. Mclaughlin Ms. Stacey C. Shorts Mr. George Baloga Ms. Judeen Wrinn Mr. Magnus Gustafsson Mr. Walter G. Roberts Ms. Mary Civitello Mr. Michael P. Grigor Mr. Shawn Meaike Mr. and Mrs. John P. Sjovall, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Dave and Frankie Cassano Mr. Andrew Yellen Mr. Peter Heintz Dr. and Mrs. Gary J. Romeo Mr. Robert T. Clemmens Mr. Robert Guere Ms. Suzanne J. Megrue Ms. Sarah Smalley Mr. and Mrs. Shane Fitzsimons Ms. Kelly House Mr. and Mrs. David K. Rosen Mrs. Maureen Coleman Mr. Thomas J. Haidinger Miss Alyce E. Merwin Mr. Edward Smith Mrs. Doris R. Leclerc $1,000 - $2,499 Mr. and Mrs. Scott Jakober Dr. Mel Rosenfeld Mr. Kenneth J. Colucci Ms. Gay S. Hamilton Mr. Angelo J. Messina Mr. Freeman Smith, Jr. Ms. Barbara J. Thomason Mr. and Mrs. Clayton and Catherine M. Mr. Charles T. Jefferson Jr. Mrs. Beverly Sackler Mr. Jonathan Compliance Mr. and Mrs. Gary Hargreaves Ms. Joanne Migliori Mr. Marty Smith Andrews Mr. Michael Jiambalvo Ms. Norma Schlager Mr. and Mrs. James Cook Mr. and Mrs. Brian W. Havens Mr. John Miller Mr. Robert Sobel $10,000 - $24,999 Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Burton Backes Mr. Lawrence Judge Ms. Maive F. Scully Mr. Harry Coppens Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hecht Mr. Christopher Mills Mr. Robert Soufer Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Allen Mr. Richard Bennink Mr. and Mrs. Theodore and Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas and Lisa Seminara Ms. Gloristine Cotten Reid Mr. Robert Herlihy Mr. Keith Moon Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. and Amy Stern Mr. Michael Elmore Russell Berkowitz Esq. Rosalie T. Kalisz Ms. Karen Serio Mr. Robert E. Coughlin III Mr. Jeff Hogan Ms. Janice Moore Mr. Timothy R. Sullivan Ms. Valerie K. Jensen Mr. Tim Bernier Mr. Robert Kearney Mr. R B. Sienko Ms. Jane Couto Mr. and Mrs. Ted and Laurie Hollander Mr. Clifford J. Morin Ms. Cheryl A. Suzio Mr. and Mrs. Tom and Lisa Joyce Mr. and Mrs. William W. and Robin Bishop Ms. Sharon Keegan Mr. Joseph Sileo Mr. and Mrs. Darrel H. and Marcia Ms. Jeannine Horne Mr. and Ms. Andrew J. Morrissey Dr. Herbert Swarz Mr. and Mrs. Jack and Nancy Katz Mr. Benson P. Blake Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Kindle The businesses, civic groups, Mr. Roy B. Simpson Crouter Mr. Peter R. Howe Miss Maureen E. Murphy Ms. Christine Terranova Mr. and Mrs. Peter and Beth Keenoy Mr. and Mrs. Bruce D. Bottomley Mr. Joseph L. King Mr. and Mrs. Stephen A. Smith Mr. Brian Crowley Mr. and Mrs. Alan S. Hughes Mr. Kenneth Mysogland Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Thibadeau foundations and individuals Ms. Catherine E. Kortlandt Mr. Kenneth D. Boudreau Dr. and Mrs. Stuart Knechtle Mr. Gregory D. Smith Mr. David S. Cunn Mr. Allen Jackson Ms. Catherine Napolitano Ms. Maria Trotta-Violano listed on these pages have Mr. Christopher Motl Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Bowes Mr. and Mrs. James M. Kopcso III Mr. Peder Smith Mr. Chris D'Ambrosio Mr. Richard G. Jansen Mr. William H. Narwold Mr. John Turbeville Mr. and Mrs. James H. Van Hoof Jr. Mr. Patrick Brandon Mr. Jim H. Koplik contributed $500 or more to Mr. Matthew L. Smith Mr. Matthew P. Damico Mr. Gregory S. Jensen Mr. Matthew Necci Mr. Federico Turegano Mr. John Brillante, Sr. Mr. Derek Kruizenga Special Olympics Connecticut Mr. Peter Soldat Mr. Chris Damore Ms. Kathryn L. Johnson Ms. Rose Nolan Ms. Kathryn M. Tureski $5,000 - $9,999 Mr. Robert G. Brody Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Krywinski, C.P.A. for the calendar year. Every Mr. Kevin Stolworthy Mr. Carl D'Andrea Ms. Elizabeth Jones Mr. and Mrs. David Nolf Mr. James Ungari Mr. Larry Cofsky Ms. Kathleen M. Bromage Ms. Mary J. Laliberte effort has been made to ensure Ms. Tonya Taylor Ms. Mary S. Dangermond Mr. Brian Judge Dr. and Mrs. Sean T. Nugent Mr. and Mrs. David and Barbara Van Hare Dr. Susan C. Danberg Mr. and Mrs. Joseph and Dawn Buthorn Mr. and Mrs. James and Joyce Lamoin Mr. Harral S. Tenney Mr. Robert F. Deasy Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Kelley Mr. Peter Nussbaum Mr. J.P. Van Rooy the accuracy of this list. Special Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Dennin, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. James E. Carangelo Sr. Ms. Susan Lane Ms. Leontine Thomson Mr. Steven C. Decker Mr. Barton Kenney Mr. Peter J. Oates Ms. Amy Vandervelde Olympics Connecticut apologizes Ms. Susan Joy Gabrielson Mr. and Mrs. Dan Careb Ms. Lynn M. LaRocca Mr. and Mrs. Daniel and Tresa Toscano Ms. Debra M. Del Santo Mr. and Mrs. Vincent E. Kerr Mr. and Mrs. Brendan J. O'Halloran Mr. and Mrs. Jack and Betsy Waller for any errors or omissions. Mrs. Barbara Gildersleeve Mrs. Irene Charette Mr. Christopher Lloyd Mr. Maxwell Vanderslice Mr. James DeVecchis Mr. Mark Kershaw Mr. George S. Ouellette M.D. Ms. Susan Warner Ms. Vicky McLoughlin Ms. Margaret Coe Mr. and Mrs. Paul and Barbara Loftus Mr. Bruce Wandelmaier Mr. Dudley Diebold Mr. Thomas R. King Mr. Frank Page Mr. and Mrs. Robert and Caroline Weeks Ms. Robin Roberts Ms. Kimberly A. Davis M.D. Ms. Kristan A. Loree Mr. Eric Wenberg Mr. Scott Dingwall Mr. Bruce A. Kirchner Ms. Marcy Pajolek Mr. and Mrs. Gary B. Weinstein Mr. Eugene R. Singer, C.P.A. Mr. David C. Dennin Ms. Mckesson Mable Quinn Ms. Lynn Wetmore Mr. and Mrs. Robert Donohue Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey and Virginia Ms. Missy Palmisano Mr. Thomas Wellington Ms. Lisa Thomasco Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. and Kelly Dimeo Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Nora Mason Mr. W Witkowsky Mr. Christopher L. Donovan Kluger Mrs. Elizabeth C. Panza Mr. Scott T. Welsh Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell and Jody Truwit Mr. Stephen B H. Dorrough Mr. Shawn Matthews Mr. Bernard J. Zahren Mr. Michael J. Doody Ms. Joy Kmetz Mr. Marcel Pariseau Mr. and Mrs. Greg and Kay Werk Mr. and Mrs. Peter Wright Mr. and Mrs. Brian K. and Tamara Douglas Mr. A Cushman May Mr. Jeffrey D. Elliff Ms. Deborah Kotchen Ms. Amanda Parolise Mr. Richard Whitcomb Mr. Craig W. Edmondson Mr. James Mccarthy $500 - $999 Mr. Edward Erhardt Ms. Kerry L. Kozlowski Ms. Karen Peterson Ms. Christine Wiedemann $2,500 - $4,999 Mr. Jonathan Ellenthal Mr. and Mrs. Emmett J. McTeague Mr. Patrick F. Adams Mr. and Mrs. R Bradford B. Evans Mr. Dennis Krize Ms. Aloyzas Petrikas Ms. Michelle D. Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Chase and Wendy Carey Mr. and Mrs. Johan Eveland Mr. Jack Merrill and Ms. Marcye Britt Mrs. Mary Ambrose Mr. Edwin D. Farley Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Laplaca Ms. Carol Petruff Mr. Steven Winoker Mr. Neal Cohen Mr. and Mrs. Gary W. Ezzo Mr. Don Migliori Mr. and Mrs. John and Jude Antoinetti Ms. Danielle A. Farmer Ms. Marlene Lapp Mr. and Mrs. David E. and Virginia Mr. and Mrs. Barry M. Wolff Mr. Mauro DeCarolis Ms. Rebecca M. Fuller Mr. Frank J. Monteiro Mr. and Mrs. Neil A. Augustine Mrs. Kelly Fedak Ms. Julie Leblanc Pettigrew Mr. Gerald Wood Ms. Betty Dunne Mr. Yves G. Gaden Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Moore, Jr. Ms. Evelyn J. Bacon Mr. Chad Fetters Mr. and Mrs. Paul and Stephanie Mr. Frank W. Phelan Mr. Jim Xhema Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Geary III Mr. Cameron Bellamy and Mrs. Susan Mr. Michael Muchin Mr. and Mrs. Barry P. Baiardi Mr. and Mrs. Howard and Jill Fife Levesque Mr. Michael Polo Mr. Philip F. Zambrello Mr. and Mrs. Stephen D. Holton Gallucci-Bellamy Ms. Virginia Murray Mr. and Mrs. John L. Barbarotta Mr. and Mrs. James Firestone Mr. Robert D. Levine Ms. Jerry Ann Putt Mr. Nick R. Zeigler Mr. Thomas Jacoberger Ms. Joan Gilbert Mr. Nipa Naresh Ms. Patricia Bourdon Mr. and Mrs. Stephen J. Flynn Mr. Patrick Lopiano Mr. Roy P. Pyne Mrs. Michelle Zettergren Ms. Sherry A. Konrad Mr. and Mrs. George Gilbert III Ms. Becca and Nancy A. Nickerson Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Brodersen Ms. Mary Fournier Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Lyons Mr. James Quinlan Mr. Michael Ziebka Mr. and Mrs. David Lapp Mr. Stephen F. Godino Mr. Patrick O'Connor Ms. Marcia Brooks Ms. Karen D. Francis Mr. and Mrs. John J. and Sandra Ms. Meghan Quinn Mr. and Mrs. Mike and Taylor Lupica Mr. and Mrs. Barton Goodwin Mr. Tandy M. Odonoghue Ms. Eileen D. Brown Mr. Aaron S. Frankel Mahony Mr. and Mrs. Raymond J. and Diana Mr. and Mrs. Allen L. Pollock Mr. and Mrs. Kevin B. Grimes Mr. Michael G. Pallein, C.P.A. Ms. Tricia Butler Mr. and Mrs. Robert and Christine Mr. Shalom Maidenbaum Reimer Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Ptak Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Gugliotti Mrs. Judith A. Petrone Mrs. Elizabeth M. Cairns Fredrick Mr. Gerard Marini Mr. and Mrs. John Riccardi

28 29 GE Foundation United Way of Butler County Robin Roberts Donna Kask CHAMPIONS OF THE MOVEMENT OFS Corporation General Re Matching Gifts United Way of Central & Paul C. Robotham John Keeley PaintNite Give With Liberty Northeastern Connecticut David Soper Ronald R. Kick, Jr. Petro Home Services Good Done Great Gift Matching United Way of Coastal Fairfield Jane E. Sweet Patrick C. King GROUP DONORS Rabobank International IBM Corporation County, Inc. Jeffrey Sweet Barbara Knight JUSTGIVE United Way Of Greater New Barbara J. Thomason Catherine E. Kortlandt Innerwill, LLC Raymour & Flanigan Recdesk, LLC Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Haven, Inc. Nicole Kravec IRPMC Sect, Inc. Keybank Foundation United Way of Massachusetts Bay BOZZUTO BUIILDING FUND Daniel S. Krhla Jas Automotive, LLC Richardson Staffing, LLC Simoniz USA, Inc. Knights of Columbus and Merrimack Valley Businesses Susan L. Langdeau JB Sports Gear Knights of Columbus Supreme Council United Way of Southeastern Adams IGA Monson Randall J. Levine Koeppel Martone & Leistman, LLP Stanley Wiesen, Inc. The New England Pasta Company, LLC Legg Mason Charitable Foundation Connecticut, Inc. Adams IGA Terryville John Lonardo CIVIC GROUPS AND FOUNDATIONS Danielson B.P.O.E. 1706 The Selective Insurance Group Lydall Tomel Machine Tool Services, LLC Matching Gift Program United Way of West Central Adams White Hills William C. Lukonis $200,000+ Elena Melius Foundation Foundation MacDermid Performance Solutions, Inc. Value Village/Savers Lincoln Financial Foundation Connecticut, Inc. Davis IGA Market Bruce Maneeley Department of Developmental Services Elsie A. Brown Fund Town of Hamden Michels Corporation Vernon Police Association, Fundraiser Lone Pine Capital, LLC UnitedHealth Group Campaign East Hampton IGA Thomas Mara The Hometown Foundation Knights of Columbus Council 1943 Waterford Group Charitable Pat Covelli Foundation Account MacDermid Performance Solutions, Inc. Match Labonne's Salisbury Apolinar Martinez Lennox Foundation Foundation Peter Dinardo Enterprises Wepawaug-Flagg Federal Credit Union Medtronic Verizon Foundation Labonne's Woodbury Daniel McAllister $50,000 - $199,999 Lions Club Foundation of Greenwich, Inc. Quatela, Hargraves & Mari, PLLC Westbrook Concrete Block Co. Microsoft Giving Campaign VOYA Foundation Montauk IGA Michael McIlwain George Baloga Mianus Chapter of Trout Unlimited BUSINESS GIFTS SBK Construction Company, LLC Nike, Inc. Walt Disney World Company Pat's IGA James McNamara Special Olympics, Inc. New England Association of Chiefs $15,000+ Swisher International MATCHING GIFT COMPANIES Oracle Corporation Matching Foundation Praxair Matching Gift Program George Motel of Police, Inc. American Lecithin Company The Frances C Novar Trust & EMPLOYEE GIVING Gifts Program Webster Bank Sherman IGA Robert Mullen $15,000 - $49,999 Pat Covelli Foundation Connecticut Club Managers The Guilford Mooring, LLC Aetna Pepsico Foundation XL Catlin Ted's Food Market Patrick F. O'Leary Jana Foundation, Inc. Probus Club of Greater New Haven, Inc. Association The Resource Foundation Aetna Foundation Matching Gifts Pfizer Foundation United Way YourCause, LLC Trustee for Washington Food Depot Thomas M. O'Shea STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Newman's Own Foundation Rita & Walter Murphy Foundation Law Office of Kevin C Ferry, LLC The Whitewind Company Program Campaign Pepsico Foundation Anthony Paiva Robert G. and Marguerite M. Derx Rotary Club of Bristol Tower Laboratories, LTD DEPARTMENT OF Aetna Foundation, Inc. Pitney Bowes Corporation YourCause, LLC Trustee for Pfizer Individuals Hope A. Patterson Foundation Schwab Charitable Fund $10,000 - $14,999 Unilever DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES Alliance Bernstein Pitney Bowes Matching Gifts Program Foundation Matching Gifts Roger Ambler Wayne Pelletier State of Connecticut Department Sealed Bid Auctions USA, LLC University of Connecticut Health We thank the State of Allstate Giving Campaign Pratt & Whitney Yourcause, LLC Trustee for Jeffrey Antil Richard Perusi $5,000 - $14,999 of Correction - SAF Connecticut Department Ally Financial Inc. Community Relations Praxair Matching Gift Program Medtronic Foundation Christopher L. Agro Dominick A. Petrocelli Bucknall Family Foundation The Barden Foundation $5,000 - $9,999 $500 - $999 of Developmental Services American Express Foundation Prudential Foundation Matching YourCause, LLC/Lenovo Michael A. Bozzuto Gregory R. Piesyna Charity Cycling Challenge The Everybody Wins Foundation, Inc. Bob’s Discount Furniture Alka-East Enterprises, Inc. for its continued support of Apple, Inc. Gifts Program Employees Care Campaign Daniel J. Brock Vincent Porzio Columbian Charities of Conn, Inc. The Huisking Foundation, Inc. Chick-fil-A of North Haven Altek Electronics, Inc. Arbella Charitable Foundation, Inc. Reid & Riege YourCause Paying Agent for Darrel Brock Gerard Raffa our organization. We are Fairfield County Sports Car Club The Lions Club Foundation of Darien Impala RGIS Holdings, LLC Apizza Grande East Haven Avangrid Retail Services Agency Corporate Giving Campaign Stephen M. Burgess Samar Saha grateful for the generous Finish Line Youth Foundation CT, Inc. Irving Oil ASD Fitness Center Bank of America Robinson & Cole, LLP YourCause, LLC Trustee for Pfizer Martina O. Burke John F. Salerno resources and financial Rite Aid Foundation Valerie Ann Luff Foundation Meniscus Realty Corp Aurora Products Bank of America Charitable Foundation, Inc. Rockefeller Financial Services Annual Giving Campaign Rosemarie Burton Larry Schulman contributions from DDS that Sam's Club Foundation Wadsworth Family Foundation Mohegan Holding Company, LLC Barnum Engineered Systems BD Matching Gift Program Matching Gifts YourCause, LLC Trustee for Stephen D. Cancellaro Gary D. Titus, Sr. Special Friends Charities, Inc. Wireless Zone Foundation for Giving, Inc. Bl Restaurant Operations, LLC allow us to provide inclusive Best Buy Shipman & Goodwin PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Stephen Capanna Carlos Torres Zahren Family Foundation $2,500 - $4,999 Blum Shapiro sports programs and life- BIC Corporation Matching Gifts Special Olympics, Inc. Stephen Carabetta Stanley Troski $2,500 - $4,999 Atlantic Development Group Carco Builders Corporation changing health programs Big Y Foods, Inc. Starr Indemnity & Liability Group SUSAN SAINT JAMES Katrina Ceballos Ben Upson American Junior Golf Foundation $500 - $999 Cable Installers of America, Inc. CC, Inc. to our athletes. Biogen MA, Inc. State Street Employee Giving ENDOWMENT John A. Christiano Gary Vaillancourt Dur-a-Flex Foundation, Inc. ASD Fitness Center, LLC Cisco Systems, Inc. Central Property Services, LLC BlackRock, Inc. State Street Foundation, Inc. Dave and Frankie Cassano Mary A. Christoff Melanie Woolford Guilford Foundation Avon/Canton Rotary Community Fund, Inc. Combe Incorporated Cly-Del Manufacturing Bright Funds Foundation Sun Life Assurance Company Stephen J. Cravinho Judith A. Cogle Gymnastics Revolution Campbell Soup Foundation Couto Donuts, Inc. Connecticut Street Rod Association Bristol Myers Squibb Company Synchrony Financial Matching Gifts Foxwoods Resort Casino Arthur D. Collins IBEW Local Union #488 Chelsea Groton Foundation Gatorade Play it Forward Fund Daniels Electric Co. Bristol-Myers Squibb Matching Target Corporation Frank Lanzetta Bertrand P. Condren John Starks Foundation, Inc. Congregation Adath Israel Kohl's Cares for Kids/Community Davis Auctions, Inc. Gift Program The Clorox Company Foundation Jerold Lokken Kevin Daly Meriden Foundation IATSE Local 74 Relations Devon Power, LLC CIGNA Matching Gifts Program The Dyson Kissner Moran Corporation Michael and Nora Mason Barbara J. Dewey SBM Charitable Foundation, Inc. Knights of Columbus Father Motley Rice, LLC Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Columbian Charities of Conn, Inc. The Hartford Mark Z. Myerson David Dimasso The George A. Long and Grace L. Long Coleman Home Corp Smith & Degroat Real Estate Gunther Community Health Charities, Inc. The Harvey Hubbell Foundation Charlotte Stacey Mark Dlugolenski Foundation Knights of Columbus Housatonic Sound Rigging Services Horizon Paper Co. Consiva The Merck Foundation Christopher Edquist The Richard Davoud Donchian Foundation Council No. 40 Standard Valuation Services ID Solutions Crum & Forster The Rockefeller Foundation BEAU DOHERTY FUND William Engelhard, Jr Walmart Foundation Maceisty Foundation ION Insurance Corporation Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation The Selective Insurance Group Richard and Lori Allen Dennis M. Ford Milford Bank Foundation, Inc. $1,000 - $2,499 JHD Corporation DialAmerica Marketing, Inc. Foundation Arline Bradley Domenic L. Frenza $1,000 - $2,499 Naugatuck Lodge of Elks #967 Aerie 1820 Eagle Ridgers Koritko Insurance Group, Inc. Disney EARS to You Fund Town of South Windsor Burdeen Camp Joseph R. Grandpre Amicus Amico Foundation Niantic Lions Club Arbella Insurance Group Charitable Law Office of John A. Blazi Disney Employee Matching Gifts Travelers/Cybergrants LLC Dorothy Conroy Maurice Grey Arbella Insurance Group Charitable Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Len Conlin, Inc Dominion Foundation Matching Travelers Foundation Matching Gifts Christopher J. Doherty Lisa Grigerek Foundation Foundation, Inc. AT&T Services, Inc. Magna Steel Sales, Inc. Gift Program Trinity College William L. Ewen Robert E. Hammons Branford Community Foundation Norwalk Aquatic Club, Inc. Bershaw Family Fund Master Craft Auto Body DonateWell TRUIST Shane Fitzsimons Sherman Hanna Bridgeport Diocesan Schools/St Rose Old Timers Athletic Association Bourdon Forge Co, Inc. Mayfair Construction Group, LLC Enterprise Holdings United Health Group GE Foundation Marjorie Hartman Principal Acct of Greater Danbury Design Automation Assocaites, Inc. MBI, Inc Eversource Energy Foundation United Parcel Service Bruce A. Kirchner Steve Heggelke Cheshire High School Rotary Club of Hamden Foundation, Inc. Festival Fun Parks, LLC Mintz & Hoke, Inc. FedEx Corp United Technologies Corporation Michael and Nora Mason Patricia Hill Danbury Lodge 1373, Loyal Order Rotary Club of Mystic Giovanni Auto Repair, Inc. Norcom Cares FM Global Foundation United Technologies Matching John Rannestad Kristine L. Iglesias of Moose, Inc. Rotary Club of North Haven H&R Block North East Forensics, LLC Gartner, Inc. Gifts Program Michael Jarvis

30 31 SPECIAL OLYMPICS FINANCIALS MICHAEL BOZZUTO THE HOMETOWN FOUNDATION & Statements of Activities and Changes in Net Assets Years Ended December 31, 2016 and 2015. DREAM RIDE

CHANGES IN UNRESTRICTED NET ASSETS 2016 2015 Bringing the World Together – One Smile at a Time Revenue and Other Support Contributions, grants and allocations $2,707,322 $2,652,525 Through the annual Dream Ride Experience, The Hometown Foundation, Donated materials and services 5,497,153 5,062,371 Bozzuto’s Inc. and Adams and IGA Hometown Markets, Michael Bozzuto and his Fundraising 1,894,305 2,094,694 crew of caring associates make an impression in the lives of our athletes that Net assets released from restriction 244,238 254,828 is both profound and lasting. Total Revenue and Other Support 10,343,018 10,064,418 These extraordinary individuals raise funding that is essential for our programs, Expenses provide in-kind contributions – including food for all the participants at our Games, Program services 9,019,576 8,547,362 offer support and venues for our athletes’ sports training sessions including the Fundraising 1,102,699 1,247,480 Farmington Polo Grounds, sponsor Unified Sports® programs in our schools and Administrative and general 472,220 500,290 Law Enforcement Torch Run® programs in our communities and organize a myriad Total Expenses 10,594,495 10,295,132 of special events and opportunities for our athletes throughout the year. They leave our athletes feeling on top of the world – and more importantly included, celebrated Loss from Operations (251,477) (230,714) and loved.

Other Income (Expenses) Michael and his team’s efforts are far-reaching, as a Dream Ride event even takes Investment return 62,712 88,259 85% PROGRAM SERVICES place in Australia! Each and every day, Michael and his team are sharing our mission Realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments 93,189 (129,283) and inviting others to be a part of Special Olympics – creating more inclusive, Unified Total Other Income (Loss) 155,901 (41,024) 10.5% FUNDRAISING communities one smile at a time! 4.5% GENERAL & ADMINISTRATIVE Change in Unrestricted Net Assets (95,576) (271,738) These are just a few examples of the support that is extended by Michael and his team throughout the year:

CHANGES IN TEMPORARILY RESTRICTED NET ASSETS • Unified basketball, swimming and fishing are highlights of the Dream Ride Weekend! Contributions, grants and allocations 318,062 676,656 • Inspiring students to Play Unified at schools as a Presenting Sponsor of our Investment return 75,522 98,234 Elementary, Middle and High School Unified Sports® programs. Realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments 110,518 (149,466) Net assets released from restriction (244,238) (254,828) • An outing on the water for the athletes and Bozzuto’s employees provided a day of fun! Change in Temporarily Restricted Net Assets 259,864 370,596 Change in Net Assets 164,288 98,858 • Athletes learn how to groom and care for horses through the Farmington Polo Club Net Assets - Beginning 8,215,680 8,116,822 Horse Grooming Program for Special Olympics, supported by Bozzuto's Inc. and The Net Assets - Ending $8,379,968 $8,215,680 Hometown Foundation.

32 33 SPECIAL OLYMPICS CONNECTICUT STAFF MEMBERS BOARD OF Karol Brzozowski DIRECTORS Unified Sports® Executive Administrative Assistant OFFICERS Peter Keenoy SPORTS & LOCAL PROGRAMS Craig Edmondson Finance Committee Chair Laurie-Jean Hannon Barbara Horn Board Chair Impala Partners STATE OFFICE Jeffrey Veneziano Vice President, Sports & Local Programs Unified Sports®/Unified Champion 2666 State Street, Suite 1 Associate Director, Special Events Schools Coordinator Catherine Kortlandt Stephen Flynn Hamden, CT 06517 Marc Mercadante Senior Director, Sports & Local Programs Board Vice Chair Board Management Chair (203) 230-1201 Lauren Young OFFICE VOLUNTEERS & INTERNS Coordinator, Special Events Praxair, Inc. Mercer Katie York Barry Baiardi EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT Director, Volunteer Services Loretta Casey Kenneth Bowes Robert “Beau” Doherty PARTNERSHIPS, CORPORATE Michelle Zettergren RELATIONS & MARKETING James DePaola Development Committee Chair Board Secretary President Sara Pierson Sharon Rozum Brighton Health Plan Solutions Eversource Energy Director, Sports & Local Programs Jeff Gill Senior Director, Partnerships Kelli Bigelow William Heaney Executive Assistant to the President & Corporate Relations Lewis Chimes Keith Moon Sue Mohr Alana LaPreziosa Manager, Sports & Local Programs Legal Advisor The Hotchkiss School FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Ellyn Gerrmann Jessica Maricich Law Offices of Lewis Chimes DEPARTMENT Director, Partnerships Rachael Polansky Marisa Pachco Kimberly Davis, MD & Corporate Relations Mike Mason Coordinator, Sports & Local Programs Kathryn Pereira Gino Caro Yale New Haven Hospital Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Fast Lane Sports Performance Reva Zaleski Morgan Powell Mauro DeCarolis Coordinator, Partnerships Mary Carriere Coordinator, Sports & Local Programs Jim Van Hoof TD Bank Director, Administration & Corporate Relations Hubbell & Information Technology David Pellino Matthew Necci, Esq. Debbie Horne Program Assistant, Sports & Local Programs Lisa Kovlakas Director, Communications Halloran & Sage LLP Nari Boodhoo Program Committee Chair & Marketing Director, Finance Katie Dennett ESPN Susan Saint James Program Assistant, Sports & Local Programs HEALTH & WELLNESS Liza Nolan Sharon Rivera Michael Elmore Jean Herzog Director, Grants CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION SOCT Athlete, Global Messenger Cisco Senior Director, Health & Wellness OF SCHOOLS (CAS)/ Kimberly Lucas-Kish CONNECTICUT INTERSCHOLASTIC Caitlin Daikus Brian Flinn Tizz Weber Bookkeeper ATHLETIC CONFERENCE (CIAC) Senior Coordinator, Health Programs WWE Pratt & Whitney 30 Realty Drive ADVANCEMENT Angie D'Amico Cheshire, CT 06410 Christopher Motl Lynn LaRocca Kristen Mengold Assistant, Health & Wellness (203) 250-1111 Webster Bank The New York Racing Association Vice President, Advancement Don Conklin George Synnott Susan Lane Jane Capua Thomas Krywinski Coordinator, Unified Sports® Fitness Club CIAC Unified Sports® Director Hoffman Auto Group Coordinator, Annual Gifts Blum Shapiro Jaquanna Soules Robert Hale Chief Paul Melanson SPECIAL EVENTS Coordinator, Health & Sports CIAC Unified Sports® Assistant Director Lisa Carlone Farmington Police Department Senior Director, Special Events Nicole Batista Paul Mengold John Riccardi Coordinator, Health & Wellness CIAC Unified Sports® Assistant Director Jackie Turro Director, Special Events Peter Scotella Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

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