Everyone wins when you volunteer!
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are the backbone of Special Olympics Indiana! If you are looking to make a real difference in your life and the lives of others, look no further. Special Olympics Indiana needs you!
Whether you give your time year-round, seasonally or for a single-day event, volunteering is an experience you will remember forever. All volunteers receive a T-shirt when they check in at the event. We ask that volunteers wear this T-shirt during their shifts so they can be easily identified by our athletes and coaches.
Become a Class A volunteer or check your account
Class A volunteers
Our volunteer management system was recently upgraded as we made the transition to the Center of Excellence (COE) volunteer management system. If you are a Class A volunteer and were compliant through June 20, 2025, your account and compliance status automatically transferred to COE. You should receive an email notice instructing you how to access your account once the system transfer is complete.
If you were compliant before June 20, your information will not transfer. As a result, you will need to create a new profile in COE, complete all required training and undergo a new background check.
Access the COE volunteer system by clicking the link below.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Spotlight
Becky
Barker
Becky has served as a volunteer for 10 years. She brings a combination of positive energy, empathy, great ideas and intuition to engage in meaningful ways with athletes. Becky has been a Unified partner and mentor for athlete leadership, serving as an inspiration to others and an example that other volunteers follow. She also has been an ALU classroom assistant and is co-facilitator for Washington Township ALC and ALU. Her help at Summer Games as both a Unified partner and volunteer is credited with helping enhance the experience for all athletes.
Volunteer Interest Form
Review your eligibility
Levels & Requirements
To be a volunteer with Special Olympics Indiana, there are certification requirements. View specifications below.
Class A
Class A
Any volunteer who has regular contact with athletes.
Examples Include:
- Coaches
- Chaperones
- Unified Sports® Partners
- Volunteer Leadership / Management Position
Class A volunteers are required to complete a five-step application and training process.
Class B
Class B
Any volunteer who has single-day event responsibilities. Examples include:
- Referee
- Scorekeeper/Timer
- Announcer
- Awards presenter