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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.

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Cape Cod Basketball Volunteer
Come volunteer at the 2026 Cape Cod Basketball League on Saturdays from January 17th-March 7th at the Riverview School. Volunteer timeframe is 7:45am-12:00pm.
Start Date

January 17, 2026 7:45 AM

Venue

Riverview School

551 MA-6A

East Sandwich

Cape & Islands

2026 Cape Cod Basketball League

Dates: Saturdays, January 17th through March 7th (make-up date 3/14)

Volunteer timeframe: 7:45am-12:00pm (some weeks may end at 11:00am)

Location: Riverview School

551 MA-6A, East Sandwich MA, 02537

Volunteer Role: help set up, keep score and time of games, and clean up


Marlborough Basketball Volunteer
Come volunteer at the Marlborough Basketball League on Saturdays from January 17th-March 21st at the Yawkey Sports Training Center. Volunteer timeframe will be 7:45am-5:00pm with half day positions available.
Start Date

January 17, 2026 7:45 AM

Venue

Yawkey Sports Training Center

512 Forest Street

Marlborough

Central

2026 Marlborough Basketball League

Dates: Saturdays, January 17th through March 21st (make-up date 3/28)

Volunteer timeframes: 7:45am-12:00pm OR 11:45am-5:00pm (some shifts may end at 6pm)

Location: Yawkey Sports Training Center

512 Forest Street, Marlboro, MA 01752

Volunteer Role: help set up, keep score and time of games, and clean up

Shifts will be posted 5 weeks at a time. The second half of the season will be posted mid-January


Dorchester Young Athlete/Basketball Volunteer
Come volunteer at the 2026 Winter Dorchester Young Athletes & Basketball Skills Center on Saturdays from January 17th-March 7th at DotHouse. Volunteer timeframe is 9:00am-11:00am.
Start Date

January 17, 2026 9:00 AM

Venue

DotHouse Health Clinic

1353 Dorchester Avenue

Dorchester

Boston

2026 Winter Dorchester Young Athletes & Basketball Skills Center

Date: Saturday, January 17th-March 7th

Volunteer timeframe: 9:00am-11:00am

Location: DotHouse Health Clinic

1353 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA

Volunteer Roles: Young Athletes: Guiding children ages 2-7 through a variety of exercises to help develop their motor and social interaction skills (9:00am-10:00am).

Basketball Skills: Help lead basketball skills and drills stations for athletes ages 8-15 (10:00am-11:00am).

Volunteers who register will be committing to both Young Athletes and Basketball Skills

Requirements: Volunteers must be able to commit to 75% of sessions.

Roxbury Young Athlete Volunteer
Come volunteer at the 2026 Winter Roxbury Young Athletes on Saturdays from January 17th-March 7th at the Dewitt Center. Volunteer timeframe is 10:00am-11:00am.
Start Date

January 17, 2026 10:00 AM

Venue

Dewitt Center

122 Dewitt Drive

Roxbury

Boston

2026 Winter Roxbury Young Athletes

Date: Saturday, January 17th-March 7th

Volunteer timeframe: 10:00am-11:00am

Location: Dewitt Center

122 Dewitt Drive, Roxbury, MA 02120

Volunteer Roles: Young Athletes: Guiding children ages 2-7 through a variety of exercises to help develop their motor and social interaction skills

Requirements: Volunteers must be able to commit to 75% of sessions.

Lynn Young Athlete/Basketball Volunteer
Come volunteer at the 2026 Winter Lynn Young Athletes & Basketball Skills Center on Saturdays from January 17th-March 7th at Marshall Middle School. Volunteer timeframe is 10:00am-12:00pm.
Start Date

January 17, 2026 10:00 AM

Venue

Marshall Middle School

100 Brookline Street

Lynn

Northeast

2026 Winter Lynn Young Athletes & Basketball Skills Center

Date: Saturday, January 17th-March 7th

Volunteer timeframe: 10:00am-12:00pm

Location: Ingalls School

1 Collins St, Lynn, MA

Volunteer Roles: Young Athletes: Guiding children ages 2-7 through a variety of exercises to help develop their motor and social interaction skills (10:00am-11:00am).

Basketball Skills: Help lead basketball skills and drills stations for athletes ages 8-15 (11:00am-12:00pm).

Volunteers who register will be committing to both Young Athletes and Basketball Skills

Requirements: Volunteers must be able to commit to 75% of sessions.

Burlington Train 4 Life Volunteer
Come volunteer at the 2026 Winter/Spring Burlington Train 4 Life at Burlington D1 Fitness on Saturdays from January 17th through April 11th. Volunteer timeframe is 1 pm to 2 pm. We are looking for volunteers who can commit to most dates.
Start Date

January 17, 2026 1:00 PM

Venue

D1 Training Burlington

60 South Ave

Burlington

Northeast

2026 Winter/Spring Burlington Train 4 Life Fitness Program

Date: Saturdays from January 17th through April 11th (skipping Easter weekend)

Volunteer timeframe: 1 pm to 2 pm

Location: Burlington D1 Training

60 South Avenue, Burlington, MA

Volunteer Role: encourage and motivate athletes to stay engaged during workout, demonstrate exercises by explaining techniques, modify exercises as needed, assist with equipment including weights, mats, and exercise balls, and addressing safety concerns and taking necessary steps to provide a safe environment.


We are looking for volunteers who can commit to as many weeks as possible for this 12-week program. Athletes benefit from a consistent volunteer to create trust and develop a strong bond with.

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