Volunteers Needed for Ithaca Special Olympics

By Brittany Watros, May 16, 2023

Special Olympics New York athletes and coaches are traveling to Ithaca once again to compete in the 2023 State Summer Games hosted here at Ithaca College!

The Special Olympics NY is currently seeking individuals to volunteer at the 2023 Summer Games. 400 volunteers are needed the weekend of June 9th-10th and only filled 20% of the spots have been filled so far.

Volunteer opportunities include helping with set up, welcoming the athletes, photography and also assisting with running sports such as swimming, powerlifting, track & field, basketball, tennis, gymnastics and bowling.

 Volunteer as an individual (click here) or group (5 or more). Groups looking to volunteer should contact Sara Massa, smassa@nyso.org.   

Volunteer t-shirts are available for purchase. The proceeds support the Summer Games. If you register to volunteer and order the shirt by May 22nd, you will receive it in time to wear it when you volunteer at games!