Volunteers are the backbone of the Special Olympics movement. They are coaches, trainers, officials, event organizers, fundraisers and managers. They can also be unified partners—playing alongside athletes with intellectual disabilities—or fans cheering in the stands.

Our volunteers are all ages, and their commitments can range from an afternoon to a lifetime. From our 10 Provinces, our volunteers are helping to bring out the champion in every Special Olympics athlete.

Special Olympics would not exist today—and could not have been created—without the time, energy, commitment and enthusiasm of our volunteers. We owe so much to these millions of people who find the time to make the world a better place.

If you want to be a volunteer, get in touch with Special Olympics Zimbabwe Subprogram near you.

Our volunteers include the local coach who works with athletes many times a week. Or the people who help organize and plan our National Games every year. Or the photographers who take the most amazing pictures of our athletes in action.

All around the country, Special Olympics training, competitions and other events are happening 365 days a year. There is always something interesting to do!