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Apply to Volunteer
Special Olympics would not exist today — and could not have been created — without the time, energy, commitment and enthusiasm of people just like you, thousands of individuals who choose to take a little time from busy schedules to make the world a better place.
I would like to volunteer the day of an event and/or competition (8 years of age and older)
Class B - Day of Event Volunteers are those who only have limited contact with athletes or who have contact with athletes accompanied by coaches and chaperones. If you choose to be a day of event volunteer (Class B) you will receive email notifications from us when we have volunteer opportunities that become available and then you can reply back if you are interested in that specific event.
To become a Class B Volunteer:
- Complete the Class B - Day of Event - Volunteer Application
- Submit the original, completed application to the SOCO State Office
[mail to: Special Olympics Colorado;
Attn. Volunteer Coordinator;
384 Inverness Parkway, Suite 100,
Englewood, CO 80112]
- Once the application is received and processed, emails will be sent to volunteers with information on upcoming events, competitions, volunteer needs, and general SOCO information. Event information is also available on our Calendar - check for an event near you!
I would like to volunteer as a Coach / Assistant Coach, Unified Sports Partner®, Chaperone, Driver, Local Program Coordinator, Fundraiser, or Office Support Assistant.
Class A Adult (18 years of age and older) and Class A Youth (youth between the ages of 8 and 17) volunteers are those who have regular, close physical contact with athletes; are in a position of authority or supervision (real or apparent); are in a position of trust with athletes; or handle substantial amounts of cash or assets of the program. If you choose to become a coach or unified sports partner (Class A/Class A Youth) please contact your local area manager after completing your application and being accepted, and they will put you in touch with a local program coordinator and team.
To become a Class A Volunteer:
- Complete the Class A-Adult Volunteer Application (18+ years old) or Class A-Youth Volunteer Application (8-17 years old).
- On the application please provide your SS # and include a copy of your driver’s license, passport, or school ID. Both are required for the background check. Incomplete applications will be returned.
- Submit the original, completed application to the SOCO State Office
[mail to: Special Olympics Colorado;
Attn. Volunteer Coordinator;
384 Inverness Parkway, Suite 100,
Englewood, CO 80112]
- Take the Protective Behaviors Online Training (required)
- Special Olympics requires all volunteers, 16 years of age and older, to participate in the Protective Behaviors Training Program. The program's goal is to provide education intended to prevent physical, emotional and sexual abuse.
Please contact Kady Moore, Volunteer and Family Manager, by email or phone 720-359-3103 if you need a hard copy of the training.
- Once you have completed the training an email will be sent to the Volunteer Coordinator with notice that you completed the Protective Behaviors Online Training.
- After the application is received and processed at the State office AND the Protective Behaviors Online Training is completed, you are now a SOCO Volunteer!!
- Emails will be sent to accepted volunteers with information on upcoming events, competitions, volunteer needs, and general SOCO information. Also check our Calendar for event information.
- If you are interested in volunteering for an area event, please contact the Area Manager at that location to discuss those volunteer opportunities.
Please keep in mind that original Applications must be submitted. Incomplete applications will be returned.
* If you are interested in volunteering for a State Event, an event-specific registration form is required and will be available on the website as well as sent via email to accepted volunteers two months before the event.
* Please bring a photo ID to each event where you are volunteering.
Please contact Kady Moore, Volunteer and Family Manager, by email or phone 720-359-3103 if you have any questions.
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