2024 Special Olympics State Summer Games - ESPN Wide World of Sports (Orlando, FL)

Special Olympics Florida is excited to be hosting the State Summer Games on May 17th & 18th at the ESPN Wide World of Sports!

SIGN UP HERE TO VOLUNTEER!

Date: Thursday, May 15 - Saturday, May 17 (various times)

Address: ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex - Walt Disney World 700 S. Victory Way Orlando, FL 34747

Volunteers can register for the opportunities below: 

• Set-up Assistant: Help get the event ready the day before the competition. Help unload vehicles, organize and distribute items throughout the complex, place out signage, etc. **Should have the ability to lift at least 25lbs**
• Lunch / Dinner Assistant: Assist with distributing meals to athletes and volunteers
• Registration Assistant: Assist with checking in and organizing volunteers prior to competition.
• Sports Volunteers: Athletics (Track & Field), Basketball, Bocce, Cheerleading, Cycling, Team Soccer, Soccer Skills, Softball
• Throw: Help with multiple aspects of competition including checking in athletes, escorting them to/from the fields of play, scorekeeping, managing equipment, etc. Some volunteers in this role may also assist with preparing and presenting awards to athletes.
• Healthy Athletes: Check-in Athletes, play games and distribute prizes to athletes as they complete their multiple health screenings at Healthy Athletes.

Contact us at Volunteer@SOFL.org to register for the following opportunities: 

• Logistics Crew: Assist with distributing ice and other equipment to the fields of play. *The ability to lift at least 25 lbs. and to drive a motorized golf cart (with a valid driver's license) are required for this position.*
• Sensory Room Support Lead: Assist on all three days (set-up on Thursday, Event on Friday & Saturday) with overseeing the sensory room at Healthy Athletes. Engage with participants and assist with sensory activities.
• Awards Announcer: Use a provided script to announce athletes as their awarded their medals. Volunteers should have a public speaking or acting background and be comfortable using a microphone.

All volunteers will receive a volunteer T-shirt. Shifts over 4hrs will also be provided lunch.  

Special Olympics Florida relies on the dedication of volunteers to make our competitions come to life. Thank you for donating your time to help us shine a light on what people with intellectual disabilities can accomplish. We'll see you at the Games!

Questions? Contact Jessica Stein at volunteer@sofl.org or 352-243-9536 x536