WE NEED YOU!

Coaches:
Our Special Olympians need proper training from devoted coaches and assistant coaches. Coaches go through a short training/certification session that will explain what is expected and what to expect during training.
Time Commitment: 1-2 times per week for 8-10 weeks prior to the state competitions
Skills: You DO NOT need to be an expert in the sport you coach. You only need a desire to work closely with the athletes.

Committee Members:
We have several fundraisers and special events that need planers, recruiters and participants. Whether it’s serving on the planning committee or organizing the day of the event, we have the job for you.
Time Commitment: About 2 hours once a month leading up to the event of your choice
Skills: Creativity and Organization

Games Management Teams:
This is a team of individuals devoted to planning, organizing and implementing each of the 5 state competitions. We need volunteers to organize and plan every aspect of the state competitions - from the Athlete Dance to each sporting venue.
Time Commitment: Once a month for the 4 months preceding the competition
Skills: Creativity and a desire to try new things

Local Management Team Members:
The state is divided into 18 areas, with several local programs making-up each area. We need volunteers who are interested in providing leadership through service on a Local Management Team. These Teams organize and efficiently run the local or area Special Olympics program. From Public Relations to fundraising, there is a place for everyone!
Time Commitment: 2-3 days per month
Skills: Desire to lead and be creative!

Office Assistants:
There is always a need for assistance around our state office in Atlanta. Volunteers would work on mailings, phone calls, word processing, filing, data input and other tasks.
Time Commitment: Volunteers can select their hours and days Monday through Friday from 8:00-5:00.
Skills: Organization, phone courtesy, basic computer skills (not necessary)

S.O.Y.L:
Special Olympics Young Leaders (S.O.Y.L) is a group of professionals who want to make a difference. S.O.Y.L members are liaisons between SOGA, other young professionals and the corporate world. Members volunteer and network on behalf of SOGA while socializing and having Fun!
Time Commitment: 8 volunteer hours per year, 2 SOYL sponsored events per year
Skills: Friendly, out-going young professionals

Speakers:
We are always looking for volunteers willing and able to speak to our constituency on a wide variety of issues ranging from developmental disabilities to organizational skills. If you have the desire to grow the capacity of SOGA, let us know!
Time Commitment: 1-2 hours when giving presentations
Skills: Comfortable speaking to others, strong knowledge in one subject area

State Games and Events Volunteers:
Summer, Winter and Fall Games, Horse Show and Masters Bowling are the five state competitions. Volunteers are needed for jobs at each of these - from cheering on athletes during competitions, to assisting with equipment set-up.
Time Commitment: 2-8 hour shifts during the event(s) of your choice
Skills: There is a job for everyone at these events. The event-specific applications will ask you to indicate any specialized skills you may have.

Truck Drivers:
Occasionally our events and fundraisers require hauling bulky equipment in big trucks. While the SOGA staff has many specialized skills, driving 26 foot trucks is not one of them. We need volunteers with energy and truck driving skills.
Time Commitment: Varies, depending on the event
Skills: Experience driving large trucks

5K & 10K Race Volunteers:
We need volunteers for races throughout Atlanta that benefit SOGA. Volunteers staff water stations, registration, finish line and other race components while supporting Special Olympics Georgia.
Time Commitment: 3-4 hours the morning of races
Skills: There’s a job for everyone at the 5K events

Fans in the Stands:

Have you ever been in a serious competition?  You probably know that fans encouraging you toward the finish link makes a HUGE difference.  We need fans to cheer on our athletes by creating posters, banners and just making as much noise as possible.

Time Commitment: 2-8 hour shifts during the event(s) of your choice

Skills: Volunteers of all ages are welcome to come to competitions to cheer on our athletes