Special Olympics Young Leaders

Special Olympics Young Leaders (S.O.Y.L.) are a group of caring, motivated young professionals (20’s and 30’s) in the Atlanta area who wish to make a difference in their community and support the mission of Special Olympics Georgia. S.O.Y.L. offers flexible volunteering opportunities. For example: Coaching SOGA athletes, volunteering at local and state games, and serving on SOGA’s event fundraising committees.

Special Olympics Young Leaders are asked to aid in spreading the word about Special Olympics Georgia in their individual work and personal communities. They also come together in social settings to network with and learn from each other.

Once a year all those that participate in S.O.Y.L. are asked to come together to support S.O.Y.L.’s signature fundraising event: Boccefest (click here to read more). This event is comprised of a fun-filled day of playing Bocce Ball, food, and listening to live music. Boccefest raises awareness and funds for Special Olympics Georgia. All ages are encouraged to attend. Great prizes are promised and experience in Bocce Ball is not required.

Check out a few of the Boccefest 2007 photos.

Special Olympics Young Leaders operates under the supervision of an Advisory Committee and Special Olympics Georgia staff liaison. Together they oversee the implementation of all opportunities for Special Olympics Young Leaders. 

You do not have to know an athlete personally or set aside a lot of extra time to be involved in Special Olympics Young Leaders. All you have to do is pick an event that you would like to attend and R.S.V.P.

Register Online for Boccefest 2008  Here!

Please contact Cassidy Moody  with any questions about S.O.Y.L.

770-414-9390 x107 or Cassidy.Moody@SpecialOlympicsGA.org