Your Legacy, Our Community: Move United's 70th Anniversary Celebration
Seventy years ago, a movement began. You were part of building it. From pioneering adaptive sports programs to creating pathways for thousands of athletes, advocating for accessibility to mentoring the next generation – your contributions helped shape what Move United is today: a thriving community of 245+ member organizations serving communities nationwide.
Now it's Time to Celebrate Together.
We’re honoring 70 years of building community with three flagship celebration events in 2026, and we hope you’ll join us for one – or all three. This is your chance to reconnect with fellow trailblazers, meet the athletes and leaders you’ve inspired, and help us launch the next 70 years.
Come see what you built and celebrate with the community you helped create.
RSVP below to let us know you’re coming — or share your contact information to receive updates as event programming is finalized.
Questions? Email hgomezgarcia@moveunitedsport.org .
Three Events. One Historic Year.
As honored guests of the Move United community, event registration fees are covered for all three events. We’re unable to provide travel assistance, but hope you’ll join us in celebrating this milestone together.
Move United Education Conference | Cape Cod, MA | April 20–23, 2026
Theme: “Breaking Barriers, Building Community.” More than 500 adaptive sport leaders, coaches, and advocates will unite for the nation’s premier adaptive sports education event. This year, we’re sharing the lessons learned over seven decades and empowering the next generation of community builders.
Join us for:
- Opening Reception: April 20, 2026| 5:30 PM-7:30 PMET
Stay for additional sessions:
- Community Wisdom Panels
- Mentorship Circles
- Looking Back, Moving Forward Interactive Session
- Move United Award Evening celebrating volunteers and honorees
RSVP by April 13, 2026
The Hartford Nationals | Grand Rapids, MI | July 10–16, 2026
The largest and longest-running national sport championship for athletes with physical disabilities, visual impairments, or intellectual disabilities. Watch today’s champions compete while reconnecting with fellow pioneers.
Join us on:
Friday, July 10: Welcome Ceremony at the track followed by a gathering to share stories and celebrate collective legacy.
Monday, July 13: Hall of Fame and Trailblazer Reunion during and after athlete equipment gifting and lunch at the track – watch today’s champions compete while reconnecting with your fellow pioneers.
Additional opportunities:
Tuesday-Wednesday, July 15-16: Watch competition and connect with athletes, coaches, and member organizations across multiple sports
Thursday, July 16: Closing Celebration
RSVP by June 26, 2026
The Hartford Ski Spectacular | Breckenridge, CO | December 6–12, 2026
The nation’s largest adaptive winter sports festival brings together nearly 800 coaches, instructors, and athletes. This year marks the event’s 40th anniversary, where we push what’s possible, build community, and experience the transformational power of sport.
Join us for community gatherings on and off the slopes.
Detailed schedule coming soon.
RSVP by November 6, 2026
Can't Join Us? Share Your Story.
We’re collecting 70 community stories to honor seven decades of the adaptive sports movement. Even if you can’t join us in person, we want to honor your contributions. Complete this form and tell us “What does adaptive sports mean to you?” and “What’s your hope for the future of the movement?” or post social media using #MoveUnited70 #AdaptiveSports and tag @MoveUnitedSport.