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General Info
About SORI
Mission
SORI Board of Directors
SORI Staff
Volunteers
Resources
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| "Most Credible" Charity |
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| Americans recognize Special Olympics as the country's most credible charity, according to the results of a nationwide survey published in the December 13, 1996 issue of The Chronicle fo Philanthropy.
The Chronicle survey, conducted by Ny Lavelle & Associates of Dallas, Texas, noted that 73 percent of Americans rated Special Olympics "very honest or extremely honest." The organization outpaced its nearest competitor by 8 percentage points.
Special Olympics also placed high in other categories of the Chronicle survey. It ranked 13th overall as "Best Liked", 9th "most frequently donated to", and 10th most "strongly supported".
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SORI Volunteers |
Special Olympics Rhode Island's year-round program of sports training and competition could not happen without the support of the hundreds of volunteers who serve as coaches and committee members. We also owe many thanks to event volunteers who act as course marshals, officials, timers, starters, lane judges, food servers, security, and medical personnel.
If you've helped us in the past, thank you! And if you are considering volunteering at a Special Olympics event, welcome! Volunteer orientations are offered for first-time volunteers and training for specific duties is provided.
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Year-Round Opportunities |
The Special Olympics program in Rhode Island offers year-round opportunities for training and competition; there's always a need for volunteer support in many different capacities. You can volunteer at the state level or get involved with a program in your local community. People of all ages are welcome to volunteer; however, you must be at least age 15 to work directly with an athlete. Not all duties involve interaction with athletes or even attendance at an event, so there is something for everyone.
Volunteers are the core of Special Olympics Rhode Island (SORI) programs and provide 98% of the "people power" needed to provide year-round training and athletic competition for athletes of all ages.
Here are some of the many different Volunteer Opportunities:
- Administrative
- Coaching
- Computer/Database
- Family Activities
- Games Management
- Medical Officiating
- Public Relations
- Special Events
- Sponsorship
- Sports Director
- Sports Competitions and Tournaments
- State Office Support
- Training
- Unified Sports
- (Partner) Volunteer Recruitment
- OR: Any Individual Interest, Skill, or Talent you may have!
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How do I get involved? |
Just e-mail us or call the Special Olympics RI office at (401) 823-7411.
We'll be in touch regarding your request. Volunteering is one of the greatest things you can do for someone and for yourself. Thank you for considering Special Olympics Rhode Island - once you get involved, we think you'll be glad you did.
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Event Specific Opportunities |
With more than 40 competitions and 24 different sports offered on a year-round basis, Special Olympics needs volunteers throughout the various seasons. From our well-known State Winter and Summer Games to the relatively new Fall Sports Festival, volunteer help is a key component in running these events smoothly.
Interested in helping out with a specific sport? Contact Gary Cimaglia at (401) 823-7411, e-mail Gary at gary@specialolympicsri.org.
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