Other Opportunities
Special Olympics athletes are working hard to overcome the odds and can do so with your help. They deserve the chance to compete, the chance to grow and the chance to lead, both on and off the playing field. No experience is necessary to become a Special Olympics Colorado volunteer – training is provided. Groups, such as corporations, schools and religious organizations, are welcome.

“We have volunteered a lot in our lives, but the work we have done for Special Olympics has been the most rewarding experience ever.” – B. Ferrone

Individuals interested in volunteering, or for details about group volunteer opportunity, please contact our state office at (800) 777-5767 and ask to speak with the volunteer coordinator, or send us an e-mail.

Volunteer Opportunities

Class I: Single Event

Day of Event volunteers: Volunteer for area and/or state competitions on the day of the event. Examples of volunteer roles include timing, athlete check-in, recording results, assisting with awards, making announcements, selling souvenirs, helping with food service and staging of events. One-day commitment.

Class II: Direct contact with athletes, fiscal and administrative responsibilities, leadership roles.

Area Management Team: Assist in year-round organization and development of Special Olympics Colorado programs in your community, including training, competition, public relations, volunteers and families. Two hours per week, year-round.

Games Organizing Committee (GOC): Become a member of a team responsible for the organization and implementation of a Special Olympics competition at the area or state level. One to two hours every other week, three to four months prior to competition.

Fundraising: Assist with planning and conducting state fundraising events. Time commitment varies.

Administrative Support: Data entry and short-term assignments, such as bulk mailings. Time commitment flexible.

Officiating: Work as an official or judge at competitions. Must have Officials certification. Time commitment is one day.

Unified Sports® Partner: Train and compete as a teammate with Special Olympics athletes. Two hours per week for eight weeks prior to a state competition.

Contact Us
If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, please contact Mandi DeWitt, Volunteer and Families Coordinator, at 720-359-3117, or via email.

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