U.S. Paralympic athletes are winning hearts, minds and medals with leaps, sprints and throws of incredible skill and balance. Next stop: Vancouver, where elite athletes will compete on skis, bobsleds, skates and wheelchairs, dazzling the judges as well as the crowd. Click on the links below for a glimpse behind this great organization.

	2010 Paralympic Winter Games Only top athletes with disabilities will compete in the Paralympic Winter Games this March 12-21, in five challenging events. Some will go home with new medals and records. All will return with honor.
	The Hartford's commitment  Being the founding sponsor of the U.S. Paralympics gives us many hats to wear. It means searching for opportunities around the world to build athletes' skills and confidence. And acting as a fundraiser as well as a cheerleader.
	Athlete stories Paralympians are heroes in their own right, but they're also human. Many faced down formidable challenges to compete before world audiences.
	Calendar of events  Each year, we proudly sponsor several U.S. Paralympic events. But there's much more for future Paralympians going on all around the globe, from wheelchair races to sports camps.
	Paralympic sport sites Get specifics on many great sporting events for athletes with disabilities.