Special Olympics has a mission to transform lives through the joy of sport, every day, everywhere.
We are the world’s largest sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities: with 4.4 million athletes in 170 countries — and millions more volunteers and supporters. We are also a global and social movement.
Through the power of sports, people with intellectual disabilities discover new strengths and abilities, skills, and success. The athletes find joy, confidence and fulfillment — on the playing field and in life. They also inspire people in their communities and elsewhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential. Please view the following video to see the full spectrum of our activities.
Region 1: San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties
Region 2: Los Angeles, Kern, and Inyo Counties
Region 3: Riverside and San Bernardino Counties
Region 4: Orange County
Region 5: San Diego and Imperial Counties
Find all the upcoming volunteer opportunities all over Southern California HERE.








