VOLUNTEERS

Arizona Centennial Volunteer Challenge

In recognition of the important role that service and volunteer efforts have played in the  development of our state and to strengthen the civic engagement  of Arizona’s citizens, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism in partnership with 3TV, has created the Arizona Centennial Volunteer Challenge designed to promote volunteerism and civic engagement leading up to Arizona’s Centennial in February 2012.

Goals

Create and implement a cross platform statewide campaign that links Arizonans’ commitment to service to the state’s Centennial Celebration that will result in 100,000 Arizona volunteers each logging 100 volunteer hours for the period between January 1, 2011 and February 2012, resulting in a cumulative total of 10,000,000 hours of volunteer service.  Second, create a statewide network of volunteers and strengthen the civic engagement of Arizonans.

 For More Information:Arizona Centennial Volunteer Challenge site                   

 http://www.azfamily.com/community/Arizona-Centennial-Volunteer-Challenge-06162011.html

 The life you change may be your own

Special Olympics would not exist today without the time, energy, commitment and enthusiasm of people just like you - thousands of individuals who choose to take a little time from busy schedules to make the world a better place. Volunteers are an important part of a global movement that provides athletes with intellectual disabilities the excitement, joy and personal fulfillment associated with sport training and competition.

Volunteers are the backbone of Special Olympics, and we need you!  Special Olympics Arizona is looking for anyone wanting to help make a difference in the lives of our athletes, whether you're a corporation looking for an employee team-building exercise, a social or religious group looking to have a greater involvement in your community, or a family or individual who wants to make a difference in the world.   Volunteering for Special Olympics Arizona can create a lifetime of friendships and rewards of immeasurable value, both for you and the athletes inspired by your time and dedication. 

There are two levels of Special Olympics Arizona Volunteers - which one is right for you?

• Class B / Event Volunteers are people who assist in event planning and/or participate at SOAZ events, but are not necessarily in contact with the athletes on a regular basis.  This includes: Day of Event Volunteers, Office Volunteers and Fundraising Events Volunteers.

• Class A Volunteers have daily interaction with athletes and are in a position of authority, supervision and trust.  These types of volunteers include: Coaches, Chaperones, Unified Partners, Games Management Team Members, Heads of Delegations and Area Directors.

Whether you are coaching an athlete or helping with paperwork, handing out awards or celebrating a victory, timing a runner or escorting them onto the track-you are touching the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and creating positive change in the world.  Whether you have a little time to commit or a lot, there is a volunteer opportunity waiting for you!

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