Special Olympics USA Games Need Volunteers in Minnesota

It's official, the Special Olympics USA Games are coming to Minnesota in just a few months, and they're looking for volunteers. The call to sign up just recently went out, and they're going to need more than 10,000 volunteers to make the Games possible.

Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota for 2026

The Special Olympics USA Games are a really exciting event, and it's so cool that it's being held in Minnesota this year in the Twin Cities. Nearly 3,000 athletes from all 50 states will compete June 20th - 26th, 2026, with thousands of coaches, family, and friends watching.

Through the power of sports and inclusion, the USA Games will spark a change that transforms lives, communities, and the world.

If you'd like to be a part of this incredible event, there are plenty of volunteer opportunities that you can sign up for now.

Volunteer to Help at the Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota

There are all different kinds of volunteer opportunities depending on what you're good at and interested in. The types of volunteer roles that are available, according to the Special Olympics' press release, are:

Athlete support and delegation services
Sports and venue operations
Awards and ceremonies
Transportation and logistics
Fan engagement and guest services
Media, operations and behind-the-scenes roles

Whether you want to be right there in the action or more behind the scenes, there are lots of volunteer options to choose from.

If you're interested but you're worried about possibly needing time off from work, check to see if your job offers Volunteer Time Off. And if your workplace doesn't offer VTO, maybe now is the time to bring it up as an idea to management!