Locations Foundation Celebrates Special Olympics Athletes at Victory Dance
On a Saturday evening in June 2025, the University of Hawaii Dance Studios were filled with music, laughter and celebration as athletes from across the islands came together for the Special Olympics Hawaii Athlete Victory Dance, part of the 55th Annual State Summer Games. This milestone event honored the achievements of Special Olympics participants, and thanks to our dedicated Locations Foundation volunteers, the evening was made even more memorable.
Our team helped to transform the venue with colorful “under the sea”-themed decorations, creating a festive, welcoming space for athletes and their families to dance the night away. In addition to setting the scene, our volunteers provided a spread of snacks and refreshments to keep energy high and spirits even higher.
One of the biggest hits of the night was the lei-making station, hosted by our Foundation team. Athletes were invited to get creative with a variety of colorful flowers to design a keepsake lei. The activity offered a relaxed, engaging space for the athletes and volunteers alike.
“The Special Olympics Athlete Victory Dance is more than just a party—it’s a moment to honor perseverance, sportsmanship and the joy of community. We’re proud to support this uplifting event and to stand alongside the amazing athletes who inspire us every day,” said event organizer and Foundation Board member Megumi Nekotani.
Mahalo to Special Olympics Hawaii for the opportunity to be part of the 55th Annual State Summer Games, and thank you to our Locations Foundation volunteers: Bernadette Hanna, Cari Tanabe, Carol Hayashi, Cindy Fullmer, Crystal Chang, Diana Edwards, John Jacobson, Lindsey Itamoto, Nancy Nguyen, Priscilla Wassman and Tracey Okuhara.
About Special Olympics Hawaii
The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills, and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
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