WASHINGTON, Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics, Inc. is proud to announce the launch of the Special Olympics Toyota bZ Sweepstakes, an exciting opportunity for supporters across the United States to win a cutting-edge 2026 Toyota bZ All-Electric Vehicle while helping to create inclusive opportunities for Special Olympics athletes with intellectual disabilities.

The sweepstakes begins August 1, 2025, at 12:00 AM ET and runs through September 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET.

By entering, participants have a chance to win a 2026 Toyota bZ, a battery electric vehicle (BEV) valued at over $50,000. The new bZ model boasts significant advancements in range, performance, and design. With a manufacturer-estimated range of up to 314 miles on full charge*, depending on model and configuration, the bZ offers an elevated electric driving experience available in both Front-Wheel Drive Plus (FWD Plus) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) variants.

"Special Olympics' commitment to expanding access to sports and movement fits seamlessly with Toyota's vision of mobility for all. We are proud to continue our support with a new 2026 Toyota bZ to help raise awareness for the great work Special Olympics continues to do in communities across the United States," said Dedra DeLilli, vice president, marketing communications at Toyota.

Your entry supports more than just the chance to drive electric; it powers the mission of Special Olympics to promote inclusion and empower people with intellectual disabilities to reach their full potential. Every entry helps fund year-round sports, health, and leadership opportunities that transform lives on and off the playing field.

"Toyota has been a steadfast champion of inclusion, and their commitment continues to open new doors for our athletes. The Special Olympics Toyota bZ Sweepstakes is more than a chance to win an incredible electric vehicle, it's an opportunity for people across the country to stand with our movement and help empower individuals with intellectual disabilities through the power of sport. Together, we are driving meaningful change." said Shira Mitchell, Senior Vice President of Development at Special Olympics.

"Being part of Special Olympics has changed my life. I've made friends, gained confidence, and learned what it means to be part of a team. It means a lot to know that companies like Toyota believe in us and want to support athletes like me," said Kevin Gwaltney-Testerman, Special Olympics Oklahoma athlete. "This sweepstakes is a fun way to get more people involved supporting Special Olympics athletes."

How to Enter

Participants can enter the sweepstakes online beginning August 1, 2025, by visiting www.specialolympics.org/sweeps.  No donation or purchase is necessary to enter. Limit one entry per person. Full sweepstakes rules and details are available at the entry site.

Winner Announcement

The winner of the 2026 Toyota bZ All-Electric Vehicle will be selected in a random drawing on or around October 21, 2025. The winner will be notified by the email and/or phone number provided at the time of entry.

Eligibility: The sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the U.S. and District of Columbia, excluding Minnesota and Washington, who are 21 years of age or older at the time of entry. Void where prohibited by law. Entries must be received by 11:59 PM ET on September 30, 2025. See Official Rules for details.

A Legacy of Support

Toyota became a global partner of Special Olympics in 2017, building on nearly 30 years of support, including sponsorship of Special Olympics Southern California and many Special Olympics games events: the 2015 Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles, the inaugural 2018 Special Olympics Unified Cup,  the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games, the 2022 Unified Cup, the 2023 Special Olympics World Games Berlin, and the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin. Toyota is also a national partner of Special Olympics Nippon (Japan), reinforcing its commitment to mobility, access, and equality around the world.

Don't Miss Out

Enter the Special Olympics Toyota bZ Sweepstakes starting August 1, and drive forward a more inclusive future for all.

Enter here: specialolympics.org/sweeps.

About Special Olympics

Founded in 1968, Special Olympics is a global movement to end discrimination against people with intellectual disabilities. We foster acceptance of all people through the power of sport and programming in education, health and leadership. With nearly four million athletes and Unified Sports® partners and one million coaches and volunteers in more than 170 countries, Special Olympics delivers more than 30 Olympic-type sports and nearly 50,000 games and competitions every year. Engage with us on: X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn. Learn more at SpecialOlympics.org.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM), creator of the Prius hybrid and the Mirai fuel cell vehicle, is committed to building vehicles for the way people live through our Toyota and Lexus brands and directly employs nearly 64,000 people in North America (nearly 48,000 in the U.S.). For almost 70 years, Toyota has assembled nearly 47 million cars and trucks in North America at the company's 14 manufacturing plants. In spring 2025, the company's plant in North Carolina will begin to assemble automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. Through our more than 1,800 North American dealerships (nearly 1,500 in the U.S.), Toyota sold more than 2.7 million cars and trucks (more than 2.3 million in the U.S.) in 2024, of which more than 43 percent were electrified vehicles (full battery, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fuel cell).

*Manufacturer-estimated total driving range ratings for 2026 bZ models when fully charged and operated under ideal conditions: 314-mile for 2026 bZ XLE FWD Plus; 288-mile for 2026 bZ XLE AWD; 299-mile for 2026 bZ Limited FWD; 278-mile for 2026 bZ Limited AWD; and 236-mile for 2026 bZ XLE FWD. Use for comparison purposes only. Actual range may decrease significantly depending on speed, outside temperature, accessory use, how/where you drive, charging habits, and other factors. Battery capacity also decreases with time and use, which will reduce range.

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SOURCE Special Olympics International