2024 Chain of Love Fundraiser for Special Olympics

The concept behind the “Chain of Love” fundraiser is that every dollar donated creates a link on

the chain. The students invite each donator to write the name of a loved one they have in mind

on their link and add it to the chain. As a result, they are making a long chain of love. “I have

seen firsthand just how important these Special Olympics are to these athletes and am blessed

to have the opportunity to help them raise funds so that they can continue to have these

experiences,” says Griffin Johnson, President of BPA, Co-Champion of “Chain of Love”, and

studying Business Management & Administration at Lake Superior State University.

The proceeds from this event help fund the costs associated with the Local Area 1 Special

Olympics program. These costs include the purchase of uniforms, equipment, and travel for all

athletes. No athlete is required to pay because this organization wants them to be able to

focus solely on having fun. This program is completely self-funded, which means they do not

receive any federal funding. Therefore, fundraisers such as this are very important in order for

this significant program to continue functioning and thriving.