Get Involved

Special Olympics Illinois wouldn’t succeed without the involvement of the entire community. And Special Olympics Illinois has a place for you! Below are a variety of ways to get involved in Special Olympics Illinois.

Athletes – People with intellectual disabilities can be involved in Special Olympics in a variety of ways. To find out more about the opportunities available to athletes, visit the Athletes section of this website.

Coaches – Coaches and officials are key to the success of Special Olympics. Anyone involved in coaching Special Olympics will tell you the personal rewards are great. To find out more about coaching or officiating opportunities, visit the Coaches section of this website.

Families – Family involvement in Special Olympics is very important for the athletes and the family unit itself. To find out more about how to get your family involved, visit the Families section of this website.

Volunteers – Volunteers play an integral role in the success of Special Olympics. To find out what volunteer opportunities are available in your area, visit the Volunteers section of this website.

Young Athletes – The Young Athletes program is an innovative sports play program for children ages 2-7 with intellectual disabilities and their peers, designed to introduce them into the world of sports.

Sponsors/Donors – There are many ways that people may show their support for Special Olympics. To find out more, visit the Support Us section of this website.

Spectators – Spectators are always welcome to cheer on the athletes at any Special Olympics competition. To find out where Special Olympics events are going on around you, visit the Events section of this website.