DJ Jackson has been part of the organization for more than 16 years, competing in bowling, bocce, track and field, swimming, and basketball.
Jackson was nominated by several volunteers. Kim Foust, a volunteer for Special Olympics Montana in the Missoula area said, โDJ’s love of Special Olympics Montana shines through his dedication to his team.โ
To learn more about the Distinguished Service Awards or to check out the list of our 2021 winners, click the link below!
Special Olympics is the worldโs largest program of sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, currently serving 5 million athletes in over 170 countries. In Montana, we are currently serving 2,000 athletes with support from over 4,000 volunteers. Special Olympics Montana has programs in 65 communities across the state offering 12 sports as well as the Motor Activities Training Program (MATP).
Special Olympics Montana also offers amazing opportunities for athletes to be involved with our mission off the court. Check out the athlete leadership tab below for more information!
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Athlete Brian Jackson of the Great Falls Purple Hornets is the top seller of the 2022 MTN Chevy Raffle. To sell something well, one must believe in it. Live it. Breathe it. Thereโs no doubt Special Ol...
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