Joseph Gugliotti

Special Olympics Connecticut, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering athletes with intellectual disabilities and unified sports partners through year-round sports training, competitions, and health and wellness programs. The private company is based in Hamden, CT. The organization offers 66 local programs statewide featuring 25 Olympic-type sports and multiple seasonal games, emphasizing unified sports that integrate athletes with and without intellectual disabilities in schools and communities. It supports athlete development through leadership training and college engagement programs, and provides free health screenings, education, and inclusive fitness activities to improve athlete wellness and healthcare access. Special Olympics Connecticut also prepares and supports teams for national and international competitions, and engages in fundraising and community events to raise awareness and resources.