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Michael Phelps

Swimmers wearing white caps with the Michael Phelps Foundation logo gather in a pool.
Community Impact

MPF Level 1 “IM Coach” Course Now Live on Special Olympics Learning Portal

The Michael Phelps Foundation (MPF) and Special Olympics are proud to announce a major leap in the ongoing partnership—the launch of the MPF IM Coach Level 1 Course, now available to all Special Olympics coaches globally via the Special Olympics Learning Portal.
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Michael Phelps encourages water safety
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Michael Phelps encourages water safety

Special Olympics isn't just about winning medals; it's about growing together as a community.
It all began in a pool!
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It all began in a pool!

Special Olympics isn't just about winning medals; it's about growing together as a community.
True Champions Max and Ronnie
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True Champions Max and Ronnie

Special Olympics isn't just about winning medals; it's about growing together as a community.
Thank you Michael Phelps Foundation!
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Thank you Michael Phelps Foundation!

Special Olympics isn't just about winning medals; it's about growing together as a community.
Join our team
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Join our team

Special Olympics isn't just about winning medals; it's about growing together as a community.
Michael Phelps Foundation and Special Olympics: Mental Health, Family, and Inclusion
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Michael Phelps Foundation and Special Olympics: Mental Health, Family, and Inclusion

Special Olympics isn't just about winning medals; it's about growing together as a community.
people in swim caps standing in pool
Community Impact

The Michael Phelps Foundation and Special Olympics Transforming the World of Swim

As Special Olympics and the Michael Phelps Foundation continue their partnership, the future of swimming for athletes with intellectual disabilities looks brighter than ever.
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Tim Shriver pictured holding coffee mug with text overlay reading, “Need a Lift? with Tim Shriver”
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Need a Lift? Tim Shriver’s Premieres Podcast with Special Olympics Global Ambassador Michael Phelps

On his quest to combat the hardship and burdens of daily living, Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver introduces his new podcast, Need a Lift?, to uncover the good in each of us.
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Tim Shriver with athlete, Michael Phelps, and his wife.
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Tune In: July 9 - A Special Olympics Interview with Michael Phelps and the Michael Phelps Foundation

On Tuesday, July 9 at 12:00 p.m. ET, Special Olympics will premiere an exclusive interview with Special Olympics Global Ambassador and U.S. Olympian Michael Phelps and his wife Nicole, hosted by Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver.
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