Changing the World

Eunice Kennedy Shriver passed away today at the age of 88. Sister of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy and a member of one of the most influential political families, Eunice Shriver affected an incredible amount of change without ever holding an office. Most famous as the founder of the Special Olympics, Eunice dedicated much of her life to the service and assistance of others. She played a key role in the evolution of the treatment of the intellectually disabled in American society and received several honorary degrees, honors and awards for her work in the U.S. and abroad.

She will be remembered not only for her achievements as a humanitarian, but for her ability to inspire millions of others to work to achieve their goals.