Special Olympics works to spread compassion and acceptance in a way that can unite the world. The goal is to awaken everyone to each person's common humanity. Special Olympics offers a wide range of training sessions, competitions, health screenings and fundraising events. They also create opportunities for families, community members, local leaders, businesses, law enforcement, celebrities, dignitaries and others to band together to change attitudes and support athletes. Special Olympics North Dakota receives no federal funding. In this episode, Victor Meza III, Developemnt Director of SOND is back to share how they put the FUN in fundraising.

Special Olympics is a global movement of people creating a new world of inclusion and community, where every single person is accepted and welcomed, regardless of ability or disability. Through programming in sports, health, education and community building, Special Olympics is tackling the inactivity, stigma, isolation, and injustice that people with intellectual disabilities (ID) face. Since 1968, Special Olympics has been spreading the message: people with intellectual disabilities can-and will-succeed when given the opportunity.Guests today from Special Olympics North Dakota are Nancy Hanson, President/CEO and Victor Meza III, Developement Director to talk about the organization postiive impacts on the community of participants.

The 2022 Winter Paralympics just wrapped up! On today's episode Bour podcast hosts discuss some highlights of the 2022 Winter Paralympics in China.

Sensory-Friendly, the story of one couple's wedding where each was living with a neurodivergent condition. She has autism, and the bridegroom is autistic and has ADHD. This is the story of their wedding and the things they put in place to assure a stress-free day they could enjoy and cherish. Sensory-friendly is a term that describes an environment free from triggers that may adversely affect someone who may be dealing with a condition where it can be triggered by any number of things.

Season 2 Episode 26: And that's a wrap! Thank you for following along in season 2 of our show. Stay tuned for more fun as we prepare for season three in 2022!

Season 2 Episode 25:  4 Paws for Ability is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to place quality service dogs with children with disabilities and veterans who have lost use of limbs or hearing, and educate the public regarding use of service dogs in public places. Enriching the lives of people with disabilities by placing life changing service dogs worldwide. 4 Paws envisions a world where people with disabilities can realize their full potential one service dog at a time.

This podcast will cover the types of clients they serve, including providing service animals to children; something that was not provided when the founder found out by being rejected over and over again.  One of her goals was to make the animals available for children too; with a team concept:  parent, child, service dog.

Season 2 Episode 24:  The holiday season is often filled by joyous gatherings with family and friends. However there also may be additional challenges for people with disabilities. Today we discuss these topics ranging from access, to traveling, to and what the holidays can bring for those who may face challenges. This special double feature includes discussion about physical, mental, emotional and other types of conditions for the differently-abled community.

Season 2 Episode 23: Pride of Dakota series 3 of 3. MoMma (Mom of Marine) Beach has an interesting story of how one woman after years of beseeching from family and friends decided to go into business selling her product. Among them, spaghetti sauce, salsa, and the popular bloody mary mix. All produced from tomatoes and other ingredients grown and harvested by her. Enjoy her story.

Season 2 Episode 22: Today for part 2 of 3 in our Pride of Dakota series we interview Mary Simonson from the Open Door Center in Valley City. This non-profit has an exciting story and provides assistance for many situations. We will also learn about the Eagle's Nest Bookstore and Thunderbird Ranch, which focuses on Traumatic Brain Injury rehabilitation and a transition center to help people integrate back into society. They use a social mode rather than a medical model for the venture. They also have a popcorn brand, and offer soups for quick dinners, cake mixes and other items that help to fund the projects.

Season 2 Episode 21: Part 1 of 3. Since 1985, Pride of Dakota has promoted and enhanced the marketing of North Dakota businesses, products and services. Roll-A-Ramp is a family-owned company with headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota. Learn more about the organization as we record from the Jamestown showcase.