Special Olympics Virginia has a long-standing tradition of attracting volunteers from all walks of life. When volunteers interact with our athletes, they are inspired to see things in a new light: longstanding myths are dispelled, negative attitudes changed, and new opportunities to embrace and celebrate people with differences are created. Volunteers become filled with the Spirit of Special Olympics.

There is a place in Special Olympics for volunteers of all ages, abilities and interests. No matter how much or how little time you have to give, when you volunteer, you will be making a difference in the lives of our athletes. More importantly, you'll find that you get more out of your volunteer experience than you give.

Because the array of programs, services and opportunities we offer are so vast, we're sure you'll find something to suit your interests and availability.

Here are some ways you can get started:

• Visit our volunteer opportunities page for more details on how you can get involved with Special Olympics Virginia.
• Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form to help us match you with volunteer opportunities in your area.
• Have questions about what it takes to volunteer? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions section.
• Already a volunteer? Visit our resources page for helpful forms and policies.
• Still unsure about how you can help? E-mail our Volunteer Manager to learn how you can get involved and make a difference.