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Governor Kathy Hochul’s Executive Budget included $1 million for Special Olympics New York. WBFO’s Disability Reporter Emyle Watkins first reported in December that the organization was asking the state for at least $1.5 million in the next budget to prevent program cuts. Watkins spoke with their CEO after the budget was released to get her reaction.
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This weekend Woodlawn Beach in Hamburg is hosting the 13th annual Polar Plunge, an event that raises money for local Special Olympic athletes.It is…
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Special Olympics New York will see $50,000 less in funds from New York State’s budget this fiscal year.The organization traditionally receives $200,000to…
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Of the 7,500 athletes beginning competition today in Abu Dhabi at the Special Olympics World Games, six are from New York State. "Special Olympics is all…