Volunteers are the core of the Special Olympics program and we could not exist today without the time, energy, education and commitment of volunteers. Special Olympics Illinois relies on people of all ages to help in every aspect of the program – both at the local and state level.

Two classifications for volunteers

Class A Volunteers: These are individuals with 1-on-1 unsupervised contact with athletes; such as coaches, chaperones, speech coaches, and mentors. They are also individuals who have fundraising responsibilities or authorization to spend SOILL monies, and individuals authorized to speak on behalf of SOILL. This includes but is not limited to coaches, all SOILL staff members, members of the Board of Directors and Foundation Board and Games Committee members. A criminal background check, Concussion Awareness Training and Protective Behaviors Training are part of the registration process for all Class A volunteers. Class A Volunteers must be at least 14 years of age.      

NOTE: Class A volunteers and Coaching positions for the All-Stars team are filled by AHSD25 staff.

Class B Volunteers: These are individuals who are day-of-event volunteers with no athlete supervisory responsibilities. SOILL uses volunteers of all ages, however, general volunteers must be at least 10 years of age.

NOTE:  AHSD25 does not currently need volunteers for All-Star specific support but you are welcome to sign up as a SOILL volunteer through their website. Reach out to Colleen Higgins (chiggins@sd25.org) with any questions.