Volunteers are the Backbone of Special Olympics
It is because of our dedicated volunteers that the programs offered by Special Olympics PEI are possible. By volunteering with Special Olympics PEI you are helping to provide sporting opportunities for athletes with an intellectual disability across PEI.
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. Without them, we could not deliver on our promise to enrich the lives of children, youth, and adults involved in our programs. Consider volunteering with an organization that changes attitudes and builds stronger communities across Prince Edward Island. You will make meaningful and lasting changes in many lives, including your own.
Special Olympics programs are rich with opportunities for rewarding volunteer experiences, from coaching to serving as an official, assisting with events, leading programs for young children or mentoring Athlete Leadership participants.
Become a Coach
We believe that quality volunteers and coaches are the most important part of our programs. Our coaches give athletes the skills and encouragement they need to succeed, and to live healthier, more confident lives.
Being a coach with Special Olympics is also incredibly rewarding! With a passion for sport and the right level of sport knowledge, coaches have the opportunity to become leaders at all levels within the movement.
Join our Movement!
If you are interested in volunteering with Special Olympics PEI, please visit our Apply to Volunteer or Coach page. Additional information can also be found by coaches by visiting our Requirements for Coaches page. To learn more, please visit our FAQ for Volunteers and Coaches page.
Volunteer Testimonials
There is nothing like being with a group of Special Olympic athletes who are always smiling and having fun! I get the opportunity to be with my son and his peers in a setting full of joy…and lots of hugs! I always feel it is an honour to volunteer with an organization that gives so much to my son and his friends.
As a parent of 4 young children, 2 of whom are Special Olympics athletes, I find it extremely rewarding to be involved with an organization that emphasizes inclusion through sport and promotes a healthy lifestyle. Volunteering allows me to spend quality time with my children, and the other athletes, while they have the opportunity to be active in a variety of sports. Supporting local is not just about financial spending, it's about being there for the people within your family and community. Special Olympics enriches lives; not only for the athletes and their families but also the coaches, staff, and us volunteers.
I was looking for a way to give back to the community and I saw that there was an opening on the board. I had attended a few of the (Enriching Lives) Galas in the past and thought this would be a great fit for me. And I was right!
