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Our events are only made possible thanks to the support of volunteers like you! Whether you have a few hours to give or want to join for a season, we’d love to have you join us at a fundraiser, competition or educational program. Individuals, families, service, and corporate groups are all welcome! For groups interested in volunteering, please contact Volunteer@SpecialOlympicsMA.org for more information.

Browse our volunteer openings below or use the filters to find an event that matches your schedule. Please note that all minors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Check out our Summer Games Volunteer opportunities and be part of the largest Inclusive Sporting event in Massachusetts this year!

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Track & Field Club Volunteer - Roxbury
Come join our partner organization, Youth Enrichment Services (YES), for Special Olympics Track & Field in Boston on Mondays from April 8th-June 3rd. Volunteer timeframe is 5:45pm-7:00pm. Must be 18 years old and be able to attend majority of practices
Start Date

April 8, 2024 5:45 PM

Venue

Moakley Park

1005 Columbia Road

Boston

Greater Boston

2024 Roxbury Inclusive Track and Field Club

Date: Monday evenings, from April 8th - June 3rd

Volunteer timeframe: 5:45pm-7:00pm

Location: Moakley Park

1005 Columbia Road, Boston, MA 02127

Volunteer Roles: Assisting with Track & Field practice and participating alongside athletes. Weekly attendance is preferred. Must be 18yo+

Summer Games - Medical Volunteer
Come volunteers as a medical volunteer for Summer Games. Multiple shifts are available including overnight medical coverage at Boston University. CORI/Background check and first aid/CPR certification is required.
Start Date

June 7, 2024 7:00 PM

Venue

Harvard University

65 N Harvard St

Boston

Greater Boston

2024 Summer Games - Medical Volunteers

Dates: Friday, June 7th, Saturday, June 8th and Sunday, June 9th


Volunteer timeframes: 

Friday, June 7th - OVERNIGHT coverage at Boston University dorms - 7pm to 7am

Saturday, June 8th - at Harvard - 8:30 am to 4 pm

Saturday, June 8th - OVERNIGHT coverage at Boston University dorms - 7pm to 7am

Sunday, June 9th - at Harvard - 8:30 am to 3:30 pm


Locations: Harvard University and Boston University


Details on Medical Volunteer Role: Medical volunteers will help with any injury or medical related situations during the event at Harvard on Saturday and Sunday. Overnight coverage is needed for participants staying in Boston University dorms on Friday and Saturday night for any medical situations that arise.


Requirements: All medical volunteers are required to have a background/CORI check done (If not already on file) as well as being first aid and CPR certified at minimum.

Summer Games - Transportation
Come volunteer at the 2024 Summer Games as Transportation Crew. Volunteer timeframe is 7:00am-4:00pm Saturday and 7:00am-4:00pm Sunday. Lunch will be provided for full day shifts.
Start Date

June 8, 2024 7:00 AM

Venue

Harvard University

65 N Harvard St

Boston

Greater Boston

2024 Summer Games - Transportation Crew

Date: Saturday, June 8th and/or Sunday, June 9th

Volunteer timeframe: Saturday 7:00am to 4:00pm, Sunday 7:00am-3:30pm - half day shifts available

Location: Harvard University

65 N Harvard Street, Boston, MA 02163

Volunteer Role: Greet and help athletes on and off busses, help with traffic flow, and assist pedestrians.

*Lunch will be provided for all full day volunteers*

Summer Games- Tennis Volunteer
Come volunteer at the 2024 Annual Summer Games Volleyball Competition. Volunteer timeframe is Saturday, June 8th from 8:30am-4:00pm and Sunday, June 9th from 8:30am-3:30pm. Lunch will be provided for all full day volunteers.
Start Date

June 8, 2024 8:30 AM

Venue

Harvard University

65 N Harvard St

Boston

Greater Boston

2024 Summer Games - Tennis Competition

Date: Saturday, June 8th and/or Sunday, June 9th

Volunteer timeframe: Saturday 8:30am to 4:00pm, Sunday 8:30am-3:30pm

Location: Harvard University

65 N Harvard Street, Boston, MA 02163

Volunteer Role: Roles will be assigned onsite. Refer to our Tennis Volunteer Roles document for more details.

*Lunch will be provided for all full day volunteers*

Summer Games - Young Athletes/Olympic Town
Come volunteer at the 2024 Summer Games as Young Athlete/Olympic Town support on Saturday June 8th and/or Sunday June 9th. Volunteer timeframe is 9:00am-3:00pm. Young Athletes will take place on Sunday only. Lunch will be provided for full day shifts.
Start Date

June 8, 2024 9:00 AM

Venue

Harvard University

65 N Harvard St

Boston

Greater Boston

2024 Summer Games - Young Athletes/Olympic Town

Date: Saturday June 8th and/or Sunday, June 9th

Volunteer timeframe: 9:00am-3:00pm

Location: Harvard University

65 N Harvard Street, Boston, MA 02163

Volunteer Role: Assist with the Young Athletes program and Olympic Town activities such as face painting, corn hole and other yard games. Young Athletes are athletes ages 2-12 that go thru fine motor skills and basic sport and play activities. Volunteers will be paired 1:1 with young athletes.

Young Athletes is Sunday, June 9th, only

*Lunch will be provided for all full day volunteers*

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