This Nonprofit Weekend, we’re proud to support an organization that empowers athletes of all abilities: Special Olympics USA.
Through sport, community, and relentless dedication, Special Olympics athletes show us what’s possible when people are empowered to reach their full potential. We’re donating a portion of every sale this weekend to help fund their inclusive health and athletic programs—and we want to spotlight a few stories that moved us.
Photo by Marco Catini
Chris Furches: Racing Toward What’s Possible
Chris Furches has never let limits define him. From the snowy slopes of Tennessee to the dirt tracks of national motocross, he’s built a life around movement, momentum, and mental clarity.
A Special Olympics athlete since elementary school, Chris has trained year after year—through winter seasons, physical challenges, and personal milestones. That consistent effort has paid off: six gold medals at the Special Olympics Tennessee Winter Games, 14 Class Championships in ATV Motocross, and now a spot representing Special Olympics USA in snowboarding at the 2025 World Winter Games in Turin.
“I’m just a guy from the oldest town in Tennessee and having this opportunity will be my greatest journey ever.”
His story isn’t just about speed, it’s about staying the course, showing up, and believing in what’s possible.
“So just go out there and do what you can do. That’s all that matters.”
Photo by Katie McGhee
Nora Schultz: Turning Movement Into Meaning
For Nora Schultz, dance wasn’t just a hobby—it was a lifeline. From the moment she stepped into her first ballet class at age six, movement became her language, her grounding force, and her first love.
Growing up, Nora often felt isolated due to her disability. Making friends was difficult, and school could be unkind. But dance offered something different: a space where she belonged without explanation, where she could express strength, beauty, and confidence on her own terms.
“Dance has always been my safe space,” said Nora. “Now, Special Olympics is my safe space too.”
In 2022, Nora began training in DanceSport with Special Olympics Utah—and something clicked. She found a community that celebrated her not just as a dancer, but as a whole person. In 2025, Nora represented the United States at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin.
“What’s most important to me is being able to come to World Games and show other people like me that they are able to do this too.”
Her story is one of persistence. Practice after practice. Performance after performance. Believing in herself even when others didn’t. And when she took the stage again, it wasn’t just to dance—it was to inspire.
Photo by Mauro Ujetto
Claire Potter: Redefining Belonging from the Slopes to the White House
Claire Potter doesn’t just compete—she redefines what belonging looks like.
An alpine skier with Special Olympics USA, Claire carries with her a quote that shapes how she moves through the world:
“Nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent.”
— Eleanor Roosevelt
That mindset took her from ski slopes to the White House, where she represented Special Olympics athletes at a 2024 presidential dinner. There, Claire spoke to President Biden about what inclusion truly means.
“[Inclusion] means tolerance for people with disabilities, being accepted in the community where people are neurotypical… We all come together to be together in the community.”
Claire went on to compete at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, where she earned a gold medal in the Super-G and a silver in the Giant Slalom Final. Her seat at the table wasn’t a favor—it was earned. Her story is a reminder that showing up, speaking up, and staying grounded in who you are can lead to world-changing moments.
Join Us in Supporting These Life-Changing Stories
This weekend, you can be part of something bigger. Whether you shop, share, or donate—your support helps empower athletes to keep showing up, growing stronger, and inspiring others.
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