MINNEAPOLIS — Target has been named a Platinum Partner of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, solidifying its role as the official Tennis sponsor for the national event, which will bring thousands of athletes, volunteers, and fans to the Twin Cities from June 20–26, 2026.
The Minneapolis-based retailer will help stage the tennis competition, which will feature more than 80 Special Olympics athletes and Unified partners competing in singles, doubles, and Unified doubles matches at the Baseline Tennis Center on the University of Minnesota campus.
“Target is proud to become a Platinum Partner of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games,” said Kiera Fernandez, executive vice president and chief community and stakeholder engagement officer at Target. “Our team members across the country are inspired by the determination and spirit of these athletes, and we look forward to engaging in volunteerism and celebrating their incredible achievements – right here in our hometown.”
The company joins a growing list of major sponsors backing the event, including U.S. Bank, Wells Fargo, and Worldwide Technology. The partnership is the latest in Target’s efforts to invest in community initiatives across its footprint of more than 2,000 store locations nationwide.
Christy Sovereign, CEO of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, welcomed the partnership, calling it a natural fit. “It’s hard to imagine hosting the 2026 USA Games without Target by our side,” Sovereign said. “As a company with deep Minnesota roots and a long tradition of community leadership, Target’s partnership is incredibly meaningful to us, and their commitment to supporting our mission sends a powerful message of support to every athlete, family and fan.”
The Special Olympics USA Games is expected to be one of the largest sporting events in the U.S. in 2026, and will host more than 3,000 athletes along with thousands of coaches, volunteers, and spectators from all 50 states. The Games celebrate inclusion and athletic achievement across a range of sports, with events scheduled throughout the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.
For more information on the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, visit 2026specialolympicsusagames.org.