It’s a very unique and important addition to the Western Michigan community.” Most important to us, however, is that it will do that through the eyes and experience of a truly diverse and inclusive population of people, who will play, learn, and work there. The Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center will do all of that with its ability to host sporting competitions, as well as conferences. “Our investments aim to strengthen the community’s ability to attract visitors, provide unique entertainment, and create jobs. “Gun Lake Casino has taken a bold step forward becoming a leader in placemaking for the region,” said Sal Semola, CEO of Gun Lake Casino (GLC).

'We are proud to be among their flagship investments that is making this training, competition, and general inclusion center a reality right here in Michigan.” Hileman continued, 'This partnership between Gun Lake Casino and Special Olympics Michigan shows what happens when we are all truly invested in making Michigan a leader both in inclusion and community.' 'Gun Lake Casino has been a huge advocate for inclusion in our community, supporting numerous organizations that have put Michigan on the map in exciting ways during the past decade,' said Tim Hileman, President & CEO of Special Olympics Michigan. Gun Lake Casino's investment will allow Special Olympics Michigan to better serve populations with intellectual disabilities across the state by enhancing overall sports competition, expanding critical health and wellness initiatives, as well as growing athlete leadership programs that teach athletes how to translate success in sport, to success in life.

Made possible through a generous $2.5 million sponsorship agreement from Gun Lake Casino and Gun Lake Tribe, this partnership will support the Unified Sports & Inclusion Center as the premiere facility for all Special Olympics Michigan athletes to train and compete. On Thursday, leadership from Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI), Gun Lake Casino, and Gun Lake Tribe gathered to announce a new state-wide partnership, including the presenting sponsorship of the world's largest Special Olympics training facility located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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