Embracing Hearts, Enabling Dreams: ECIRPD’s Touching Support for Jay Co. Special Olympics Team

In a heartwarming display of unwavering community support, the ECI Regional Planning District (ECIRPD) extended a helping hand to the Jay Co. Special Olympics Team, a cause that lies close to our hearts. Emotions ran high as ECIRPD representative Michelle Badders, alongside Commissioner Brian McGalliard, presented a heartfelt $2,000 check to Cindy Denney, the driving force behind this extraordinary team. It was a moment of triumph, knowing that our contribution would pave the way for brighter horizons and boundless possibilities for these incredible athletes.

Our donation is more than just a figure on paper; it symbolizes a deep belief in the potential and worth of every single athlete on the team. Witnessing their tears of gratitude and beaming smiles was a reminder of the immense impact a united community can have. Under the compassionate leadership of Commissioner Brian McGalliard, the Jay Co. Special Olympics Team has flourished, and our partnership signifies the strength of our shared commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive community.

We are immensely proud to support the Jay Co. Special Olympics Team and play a role in their journey of triumph. This experience has reaffirmed our belief in the power of community, and we look forward to witnessing the blossoming friendships, skill development, and accomplishments of these talented athletes. Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to Commissioner Brian McGalliard for introducing us to this remarkable team and to Cindy Denney for her unwavering dedication. As we move forward, we embrace the mission of empowering dreams, fostering unity, and creating a world where every heart is embraced, and every soul can soar.

In recognition of the Special Olympics Coach Peggy Atkinson that recently passed and her invaluable contributions to the Special Olympics, the ECI Regional Planning District is committed to ensuring her legacy endures. We will carry forward her vision of an inclusive world, where every individual, regardless of ability, is given the opportunity to shine and reach their full potential.