Support Special Olympics
Southern California
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Celebrities who have dots in the portrait
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
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Kim Pine
Long Beach, CA
If you're a fan of the arts, then you're a fan of Special Olympics Southern California. Thank you for coming to David Ilan's site, getting your dot, and being a part of changing lives for persons with intellectual disabilities. Your commitment of time and money ensures all of our athletes continue to receive sports training and competition that is free to them and their families.
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Jane Netherton
Long Beach, CA
Special Olympics makes such a difference in the lives of so many, and as a parent of a Special Olympian I will be eternally grateful for the opportunity afforded my son.
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Wendy Lorton
Santa Clarita, CA
Special Olympics Southern California is a great organization and I am proud to be a part of it.
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Marlyn Denter
Westminster, CA
I am proud to be a board member for Special Olympics Southern California and very much admire our the important and inspirational lives of our athletes and dedicated staff. Thank you for letting me be a small part of what you do.
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Aly Watty
Atascadero, Ca
I look forward to being a volunteer as soon as possible!
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Logan Watty
Atascadero, Ca
I love being out with the athletes! They are the best!
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Jody Watty
SLO, Ca
Hands down, best job in the world!
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Jinx Hack Ring
Coronado, California
The athletes of Southern California Special Olympics are the BEST !!!!!!
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Kirsten Suto Seckler
Springfield, VA
Congratulations Special Olympics for all that you accomplish and for all of the lives you are able to transform.
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Andrea Siersma
Cypress, CA
Thanks for supporting all of our angels who have Downs! I am a proud mother of a beautiful daughter with Downs and a proud teacher who hopes to have many of these angels in her classroom as well as any others who have any disability.
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Sr Mary Jude Voorhees
Waukesha, WI
This moment is a blessing-let's all share
in it- Sr Mary Jude, OJN |
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Erin Shulsinger
West Hollywood
THE BEST!
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Ryan Williams
Los Angeles, CA
I champion and support everything you do to enrich the lives of others. Keep up the great work!
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Heather Rollins
La Habra, CA
Have been a volunteer for 13 years and it still brings me absolute joy.
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Barbara Anderson
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In the past 23 years that I have been volunteering for Special Olympics Southern California I have had the most wonderful experiences of my life. I am so honored to be a part of this wonderful organization.
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Laurie Ustruck
Long Beach, CA
What an honor to be a part of this project; thank you.
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Susan Stecks
Escondido CA
I started having friends, have worked with, and am an advocate for people who have special challenges, since I was 6 yrs old and love it. I myself have disabilities and all of friends have dx. I find it easier to enjoy and be around people who are challenged because they seem more natural, honest, rewarding than people who don't have challenges.
I would like to challange David Ilan to do Points with Purpose for those rape victims and/ or sexual assault survivors who have major disabilities to support people in these special circumstances. They need to have their voices and stories told also so they know they aren't alone. Thank You Susan |
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Gale Tagudar
California
I would love to watch the athletes. Never stop moving.
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LeeAnne Mudge
Calgary Alberta Canada
I have three kids in Special Olympics in Calgary, an amazing organization.
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Dana Brzozkiewicz
Costa Mesa, CA
what a great organization!
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Libby Mintz
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I absolutely love working with the Special Olympics. It is the best organization to volunteer for and very rewarding.
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Ed Callahan
Hacienda Hgts. ca
As a Father and a Coach of a Special olympics athlete, I truly have always felt that with each athelets (dot)that touches my life, my life becomes a larger and well rounded dot.
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Yvonne Owens
San Dimas CA
My son has been in Special Olympics for over 10 years. I also coach for the bowling and swimming teams in our group. What a great experience my son and I have had over these past years!! Special Olympics is a wonderful group to be in..Thank You...
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Susan Rayburn
Huntington Beach, CA
The Special Olymics Southern California is truly a very "SPECIAL" organization and I hope that all will support its life-changing efforts! Susan
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Penny Tonn
Anaheim Hills, CA
Special Olympics is a great, caring organization.
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Judy Hanson
CA
It's terrific!
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Doug Hanson
CA
Keep up the good work.
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Alyssa Hanson
Anaheim, CA
Let's go another 40 years!
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John Hanson
Anaheim, CA
Good job!
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Gail Ceschi
Desert Hot Springs, CA
I have long time friends with a special needs child. I love this program!
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Karen Jones
Oklahoma City, OK.
Good work Aunt Kim!
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Mike Robinson
Long Beach, CA
What a wonderful project to make the world a better place!
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Cinder Bertz
Huntington Beach, CA
I am a Pet Partner's Therapy Dog and have had the privilege to take my mom to a Special Olympics competition. I loved seeing and visiting with all the athletes, seeing them smile and just how hard they have worked. It is great to see them after they have competed and know that they are not "upset" that they did not "win", but that they were happy because they competed and gave it their all. To bad the rest of the humans can't be that way too. It was also great to see and hear the people who came out to support the athletes and their encouragement to those who were coming in last. Everybody was made to feel good and that they were a winner because they finished.
Hope I can be invited to another competition as I really enjoyed getting petted by all these great athletes. Love, Cinder |
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Misty Rowe
Big BEAR Lake, Ca.
The true meaning of "Special" to me is the joy that is shared and the place in my heart that these Olympians gave birth to.
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Marion Louck
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This is a Wonderful Thing!!!!
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Jon Hill
calif
My son Jon hill runs track for Long beach. I can't tell you how much it has helped him.
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Jerry Biederman
Los Angeles, California
I attended one of the Special Olympics events at UCLA many years ago and it always had a lasting impact on me. There's nothing like the positive spirit.
I am an advocate of inclusive education ever since my typical needs children started attended CHIME Charter Elementary School in Woodland Hills, which is a true model of inclusive education. I am writing a book about the school in hopes of spreading this model to other schools throughout America and around the world. (Jerry Biederman) |
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Nellie Scoggins
Lakewood Calif.
I support the Special Olympics for all the people in the world that have a completive sprit but most of all the love towards life that we all should have. I personally know one little boy who's name is Jon Hill, he has the energy and will that all of us should have towards life. His enthusiasm is remarkable. You Go Jon Jon!
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Greg Taylor
United States
Here's to 40 more years of bettering the lives of some very special people.
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nancy wride
Long Beach, California
A great endeavor that I'm proud to support. If there is any special request, I would like to be in the eye area, since vision is something I don't take for granted with Type I diabetes.
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Helen Close
Barrydale, South Africa
I have nothing but praise and admiration for people who show the world that you can overcome obstacles in your life.
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Jay Glicksman
San Diego, CA
I am proud to be a part of it.
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Terry Slattery
Rancho Cucamonga, Ca
Everyone I know that is involved in Special Olympics feels they get far more from the program in terms of satisfaction and inspiration than they put into it. Thank you Special Olympics Athletes. I'm addicted.
David, hope to see you again at the Celb Tournament. |
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Larry Miller
North Hollywood,Ca.
As A 27 year volunteer,Special Olympics has not only changed my life,attitude wise,but the organization has achieved what no other grass roots organization has done,they have given hope and determination to people with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to be treated like everyone else.CONGRATULATIONS TO 40 YEARS OF SPECIAL OLYMPICS!!!!!!!
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Ron Fornator
Long Beach, CA
Keep trying your hardest, wish each other well and have fun!
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Suzanne Dieriex
United States
My younger sister has competed in swimming and gymnastics for about ten years now, and I have been a volunteer swim coach for that long too.
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marji
w.covina ca
your the best!
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Manuel Herrera
Oxnard, Cal
One of my childhood memories is that of my brother racing in the Special Olympics. Thank you Special Olympics...
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Vickie Ferguson
Santa Ana
My daughter has been doing special olympics since about age 8 she also does the Torch Run with Garden Grove P.D
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Laurie Shapiro
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I am thrilled that my Newfoundland dogs and I have been involved in the summer games of the Special Olympics for the last 15 years!
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Kiana Ocasio
Costa Mesa California
It is just amazing how inspiring these people are. Keeping their heads up and held high.
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Carmen Meadows
Long Beach,CA
Congratulations to all involved with the Special Olympics! My best to all!
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The Meadows Family
Fallbrook, Ca
I think this is neat and something great for people to do. It doesn't take long and everyone should register!
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Vicki
Alta Loma, California
Go Shannon
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Sandi Grant
Pennsville, NJ
My son, David is part of the Special Olympics in New Jersey. If I could choose where I want my dot, I would like it in the eye because I love the way my son and all the olympians see the world and those in it. Thank you for adding my dot to your picture.
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Sue Calnon
Fallbrook, CA
I have a grand niece in the special olympics. Her name is Shannon Callahan. This program has over the years given her confidence and self esteem. What a great young lady she is.
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Kim Ennis
San Dimas, CA
As a coach of Special Olympics Pomona Valley, I would like to thank each and every volunteer who's simple high fives, hugs and support fullfill each and every one of our athletes athletic accomplishments. Keep the love and support coming their way!
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Lindsey Marquez
Artesia/ CA
I would love to get more information on volunteering or even working in the program. It has always been a dream of mine to be involved in something like this!
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Gina Rossi
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I am proud to be a supporter of the Special Olympics.
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cathy giordano
anaheim, CA
Congrats to all the athletes. You are all winners and Heros to me.
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Alberta Green
Apple Valley, CA.
Special Olympics was awesome this year. I met some great athletes who showed excellent sportsmanship.
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pinina
L.A. CA
I love you,
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kenneth hazell
bronx, new york
Keep on truckin' athletes!
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Cass
Adelaide/South Australia/Australia
How wonderful to be a tiny small part of such a special project.!
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Melody Bean
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Anything worth dreaming can be achieved. Have fun.
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Rachel
Lakeville, MN
I really admire these people. They are true heroes.
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Tim Jenkins
phoenix az
As a parent of a special needs child I am glad to see a group that helps give special people a chance to shine.
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Kay Kick
Lancaster, CA
Special Olympics is GREAT. I have been associated with them for over 20 years and have seen more happy faces than I ever thought I could.
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Kioko
Chengdu/Sichuan/China
Hope is the best thing in the world, you can't do anything without hope!
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Sabrina Persson
Denmark - Aarhus
I think they should have ALL the support the can get! :)
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parinya
bangkok
sport is the spirit of human.
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china
I want to get a not
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Anna
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ive never really been involved with the special olympics, but this project sounds great.
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RivaWu
Taiwan
Today is beautiful birthday
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Britz
Durham, NC USA
I am very proud of each and everyone of you for your remarkable strenght and courage. May you continue to reach for the sky! Love and Hugs!
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Chad
Louisiana
Keep up the great work guys! You inspire all of us to strive harder in life and to not give up no matter the circumstances.
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Charles Salazar
United States
Thank you very much to all wonderful people who supports Special Olympics Southern California.
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Terry Ohara
St. Thomas VI
I am happy to support anything that is a positive help for kids
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Julie_Sunshine
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that is a cool thing! We all are equal and we all have equal opportunities!
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MissGold
Estonia, Tallinn
It´s for good cause;)
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naomi oosawa
japan
love
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joekwan
China
that 's great
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Chelsey Nicholas
Tobique, New Brunswick, Canada
I am very honoured to be able to be a part of this project. I am proud of all the atheletes involved in Special Olympics Southern California, I admire their incredible strength, courage and abilities I wish them all the best there is in life.
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Kathy Mann
Monahans Texas
Thank You for letting me be a part of this very special event. Keep up the good work. Love you all. Kathy Mann
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Valmai Owens
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
David is such an inspirational artist. I am so happy to become a part of this portrait in support of a truly wonderful event.
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nesha
mauritius
if you have the ability and talent to do something,so just do it.long live sport...
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Padma
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I hope its a big hit
everybody there is a winner |
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Lynn Dolter
Dubuque, IA
I have a special needs son, Casey who is the light of my life and I totally support The Special Olympics and see the benefits in the smiles of the competitors.Thanks to all who give in any way to this organization.
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Tina Albritton
Lakewood, CA
I have been apart of the Special Olympics for many of years. My brother was hit by a drug addict and he is SPECIAL, he has been apart of the Special Olympics and I was always there to cheer him on. Today I work with Special needs Children and it is a true reward, to me they are ALL normal because that's all I know. Thank You for this AMAZING Tribute, it is a wonderful thing. Thank You.
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Deborah Cunningham
New Orleans, LA
Inspirational
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Deborah Cunningham
New Orleans, LA
Inspirational
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Natasha Carson
Perth Australia
I admire the skill and passion these athletes have for their sport. It's uplifting and inspirational to watch them in action. It helps people realize that anything is possible and you can achieve anything you want, don't let nothing stand in your way. Your mind holds the power. Dream, Believe, Achieve!
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Leslie Torres
Puerto Rico
I Love it
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Becky
greenville, ohio
I think special olympics is wonderful everywhere! I work with the developmentally dissabled and think its great that they can compete like everyone else!
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sijae jarvis
new york, new york
LIVE LOVE LAUGH!!
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Jesi Orban
quincy Il
Woot!
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Shirley Montero
Perú
well i`ve just wanna say that i`m so proud about this...i think that`s wonderfull
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marcus
miami/florida
This is a great project
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linda divon
Philadelphia
MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE THRU SHARING AND GIVINTG L.O.V.E. H.U.G.Z.
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