Special Olympics New Jersey
Danielle Koehler is an experienced professional with a diverse background in volunteerism, education, and youth engagement. Currently serving as a volunteer with Special Olympics New Jersey since June 2016, Danielle has previously held positions such as Dean of Students at Title IX, focusing on campus safety and rights awareness for students and staff. Additional experience includes roles as Barn Assistant at Quiet Victory Farm, Intern at Schafer Sports Center assisting with youth gymnastics, and participation in home rebuilding efforts with St. Barnabas Charities after Hurricane Katrina. Early career experiences encompassed internships at Barnes and Noble Book Store and the Center for Sensory and Complex Disabilities, along with volunteer work at Happy Tails Horse Therapy. Danielle Koehler holds a degree from The College of New Jersey, having studied Early School of Education.
Special Olympics New Jersey
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Four (4) star Charity Navigator rated, Special Olympics New Jersey is a not-for-profit, 501(c)3 organization that provides sports training and athletic competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The organization operates on an annual budget primarily funded through individual, corporate, civic and foundation dollars that make up more than 98% of the annual operating budget. In addition to providing training and competition to over 25,000 athletes through traditional programming, school-based sports, Young Athletes and Unified Sports, Special Olympics New Jersey provides leadership programs and a comprehensive Healthy Athlete program that provides free screenings in six disciplines. Athletes develop skills, strength and build confidence through participation, so for them and their families, Special Olympics New Jersey has opened doors to unimagined possibilities. For those who volunteer, support, and sponsor the Games, it inspires unprecedented pride and hope for a brighter future. And for the schools, counties and towns who host events, it transforms society, creating a more just and understanding environment for all.