JOIN US AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Families find support.

 Lifelong friends are formed.

 Social skills are developed.

 Independence is achieved.

Lives are changed.

Volunteer Application Process

Step 1:  Complete and Submit Your Forms

Download and complete either the Adult 18+  or the Minor Class A form, as well as the COVID waiver , and email it to volunteer@specialolympicsva.org.

** Minors : No additional steps are necessary. **


Step 2: Run Your Background Check

Register on Sterling Volunteers and enter the Good Deed code un9a213 so the cost is covered by and the results of your background check are sent to Special Olympics Virginia.


Step 3: Complete Your Online Training

Register on the SO Learning Portal and complete the Protective Behaviors training. If you plan on being a coach, also complete the Concussion Awareness training.


Step 4: Contact Us!

Fill out the form on the Contact Us page or send one of us an email. We'll get you started volunteering right away!

The Volunteer Application instructions also can be found on the Special Olympics Virginia website