Volunteer oath:
 “I promise to give the time in my life so that Special Olympics athletes can have the time of their lives.  I promise to support Special Olympics not just as an expression of charity, but as a form of respect for my fellow human beings.  I promise to spread the word of volunteerism because, in giving, I receive so much more in return.”

Volunteers are the backbone of the Special Olympics movement. The time commitment of volunteers range from a one-day volunteer at an event (see our Calendar of Events) to responsibilities such as:

  • Executive/Management Team Committee Member
  • Family and Athlete Outreach Support
  • Finance/Fundraising Support
  • Office Support
  • Coach
  • Public Relations Support
  • Volunteer Coordination Support

The two types of volunteers are:

Class B:
 The first is a Class B or "day-of" volunteer who volunteers just on the day of events and competitions and has no sustained interaction with our athletes. These are what we call "walk-on" volunteers, meaning no prior experience or greater involvement with Special Olympics is required, and they are essential to Special Olympics Florida being able to host and run competitions. Class B volunteers ages 15 and younger are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent or adult volunteer.

Volunteer B Form

Class A:
The second type of volunteer is a Class A volunteer. Class A volunteers are typically coaches and/or chaperones; people who have sustained interaction with our athletes and have made a more prolonged commitment to the program (e.g., are a coach and therefore have committed 2-3 months a year to volunteering).

All Class A volunteers must complete the Volunteer A Form and Volunteer Protective Behaviors (current Class A volunteers have until 12/31/2008 to complete).

If you would like to volunteer or would like more information about the exciting opportunities with SOFL Duval please contact our volunteer coordinator, Marcie Scott, at volunteersoflduval@comcast.net

Available Management/Coaches Training
No current management/coaches training, check back for updates.

 
Special Olympics Florida - Duval County
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