Volunteers power everything behind our mission. They share their talents and dedicate themselves to helping our athletes lead richer, fuller lives. If you are not yet part of our volunteer family, there is a spot that is just right for you.
It takes all of us to create a world of inclusion — athletes, volunteers, families, sponsors, coaches, the general public — who are willing to open our minds and hearts and provide new opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities.
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Starting in March, more than 300 law enforcement agencies will be carrying the torch on a 1,500-mile trip through 67 counties. The intrastate torch relay will culminate at the Opening Ceremony of our Special Olympics Florida State Games in May when they bring the Flame of Hope™ into the stadium.
Coaches are superstars who help our athletes learn, grow and improve. Help us build our next generation of volunteer coaches. We'd love to add you to our roster.
On June 20-26, 2026 the brightest beacon of inclusion is headed to Minnesota. And Team Florida will be there! Through the power of sports and inclusion, the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will spark a change that transforms lives, communities and the world.
Did you know we have a YouTube channel filled with videos featuring our amazing athletes?
April is National Volunteer Month, so we are highlighting the work of our incredible volunteers.
To celebrate National Volunteer Month, we are spotlighting some of the dedicated volunteers who make our work possible.
Indian River County athlete Zach Stambaugh has qualified to run in the world-famous Boston Marathon in April.
Duval County athlete Caleb Prewitt is now a Guinness World Records holder!
Thank you to our friends at Adventure Island and to all the teams who turned out to support our athletes!
