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Use Your Experience to Benefit Special Olympics

It takes thousands of volunteers to support Special Olympics Northern California and keep our programs free for athletes year after year.

Whether you’re a retiree, a student, are a professional/amateur photographer or just want to help out – we can work with you to find the best opportunity.

Non-Sport Volunteer Roles

Office Volunteer

These volunteers primarily help at the Pleasant Hill or Sacramento offices. Duties can range from filing to data entry

Time Commitment

Minimum once per week for an agreed-upon duration. Times of day are negotiable.

Qualifications

Competent on computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, or Google Suite. All office volunteers are required to complete an application and online orientation. If 18 and over, they must also pass a background check.

Games Management Team

Volunteer Photographer/Videographer

We rely largely on volunteer photographers to capture our competitions and fundraising events.

Time Commitment

Usually 3-4 hours at a one-day event, plus varying post-production time.

Qualifications

Professional or amateur photographer with a passion for capturing sports and events. Volunteer photographers must complete a media waiver.

Please email marketing@sonc.org with your name, geographic location and samples of your work.

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Intern

Please email us at info@sonc.org to inquire about internship opportunities.

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