Volunteer Opportunities From: Special Olympics Southern California - Los Angeles

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Break Down Crew

Volunteer Responsibilities: Assist with breaking down event, including but not limited to putting away tables and chairs, cleaning up trash, taking down signage and tents, loading up trucks etc. Your help makes event clean up go faster and ensures the venue is clean!
HANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Responsibilities: Assist with breaking down event, including but not limited to putting away tables and chairs, cleaning up trash, taking down signage and tents, loading up trucks etc. Your help makes event clean up go faster and ensures the venue is clean!
HANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Pre Event Set-Up Crew

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Assist with set up of tables, chairs, banners, ez-ups (tents), and other duties pertaining to setting-up of the venue.

THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Assist with set up of tables, chairs, banners, ez-ups (tents), and other duties pertaining to setting-up of the venue.

THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 11, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Merchandise Coordinator

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Work in the merchandise booth: Help set-up, sell, and break-down. Supports the sales of SOSC Swag / merchandise through cash and card transactions.*Due to handling currency, you will need to be Class A cleared, which includes a background check.THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Work in the merchandise booth: Help set-up, sell, and break-down. Supports the sales of SOSC Swag / merchandise through cash and card transactions.*Due to handling currency, you will need to be Class A cleared, which includes a background check.THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Set-Up Crew

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Assist with set up of tables, chairs, banners, ez-ups (tents), and other duties pertaining to setting-up of the venue.

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Assist with set up of tables, chairs, banners, ez-ups (tents), and other duties pertaining to setting-up of the venue.

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Volunteer Coordinator

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Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

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Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Directional Volunteer (Morning Shift)

Volunteer Responsibilities: Warmly greet our event attendees and participants. You are the first face that our guests will see! Guide attendees to the venue and/or support guest questions and flow. THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Responsibilities: Warmly greet our event attendees and participants. You are the first face that our guests will see! Guide attendees to the venue and/or support guest questions and flow. THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Medical

Provides care and aid as needed to participants/attendees.

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Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Provides care and aid as needed to participants/attendees.

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Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Team Captain Check-In / Incentives Distribution


Assist in Team Captain Check in area. Once Team Captains are checked in, distribute event t-shirts, meal vouchers, and collect waivers.

HANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events


Assist in Team Captain Check in area. Once Team Captains are checked in, distribute event t-shirts, meal vouchers, and collect waivers.

HANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Raffle Coordinator

 Volunteer Responsibilities:

Must be Class A cleared as this position will be handling cash or credit cards. Help set up raffle area and keep area presentable as need. Encourage guests to participate in the raffle. Instruct guests to fill out their name and number on tickets. All additional funds raised through the raffle go to SOSC programming! Once raffle closes and tickets are pulled, call/text winners to claim their item if they are still at the venue. Guests do not need to be present to win but are encouraged to stick around to claim their prize day of.

THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!


Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

 Volunteer Responsibilities:

Must be Class A cleared as this position will be handling cash or credit cards. Help set up raffle area and keep area presentable as need. Encourage guests to participate in the raffle. Instruct guests to fill out their name and number on tickets. All additional funds raised through the raffle go to SOSC programming! Once raffle closes and tickets are pulled, call/text winners to claim their item if they are still at the venue. Guests do not need to be present to win but are encouraged to stick around to claim their prize day of.

THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!


Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90810

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Photographer

Capture the excitement of Plane Pull! Photograph teams/participants as they are pulling the plane, attendees throughout the venue, venue pictures, etc. **Must have your own camera.


We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Capture the excitement of Plane Pull! Photograph teams/participants as they are pulling the plane, attendees throughout the venue, venue pictures, etc. **Must have your own camera.


We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026 Plane Pull | Directional Volunteer (Afternoon Shift)

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Warmly greet our event attendees and participants. You are the first face that our guests will see! Guide attendees to the venue and/or support guest questions and flow. THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Warmly greet our event attendees and participants. You are the first face that our guests will see! Guide attendees to the venue and/or support guest questions and flow. THANK YOU!! We could not do this without your help and support of Special Olympics Southern California!

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2026

Zip Code: 90808

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: LETR Ambassador

GOAL/IMPACT


Special Olympics Southern California’s (SOSC) vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion, and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Through the power of sports, our athletes discover new strengths and abilities - on the playing field and in life.
We are fortunate to have incredible partnerships with local restaurants and law enforcement agencies. Throughout the year, there are several Tip-a-Cops across our entire footprint that need leadership support to be successful. LETR Ambassadors help run these activities with event logistics, event planning, and organizing. Put your enthusiasm and organizational skills towards a great cause and join a team today!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Select a Tip-a-Cop in a city near you or start a new Tip-a-Cop to lead and attend Recruit team members and SOSC athletes to assist with tasks, strongly encouraged Connect with local law enforcement agencies (contacts provided) to coordinate involvement  Reach out to establishment to introduce yourself as SOSC volunteer representative – establish rapport and appreciation of their support (in some cases, SOSC may have a contact already and we will connect you to them) Coordinate with SOSC staff to collect all materials prior to the event Orient volunteers, law enforcement, and athletes before event Manage donation collection and merchandise table Ensure photos are taken to assist with social media promotion Return raised funds and materials to local SOSC office (within 2 business days)

TRAINING & SUPPORT

Attend and shadow at least two Tip-a-Cops before being a lead  Overview of tools and resources needed for tasks  Supply box and training instructions provided on how to run credit card machine and fund reconcile form

COMMITMENT

 Tip-a-Cops are year round, throughout Southern California. We hope that Leads can support one or more event a year and can help form a leadership team. Each Tip-a-Cop can be up to 4-6 hours with minimal prep work.
  Schedule is flexible in terms of prepping for the events
 

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

 At least 18 years of age
  Submit an online volunteer application, training, and background check  Personable and engaging individual who is comfortable interacting with law enforcement, restaurant staff, athletes, and general public  Ability to improvise and be flexible  Excellent oral and written communication skills  Excellent organizational skills and initiative to improve processes. Must have reliable means of transportation for safety concerns. 

BENEFITS

Further vision of acceptance, inclusion, and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities
  Networking with law enforcement agencies and SOSC athletes  Help SOSC achieve its mission  LinkedIn endorsement or letter of recommendation for excellent work

For any other questions please reach out to 

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

GOAL/IMPACT


Special Olympics Southern California’s (SOSC) vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion, and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Through the power of sports, our athletes discover new strengths and abilities - on the playing field and in life.
We are fortunate to have incredible partnerships with local restaurants and law enforcement agencies. Throughout the year, there are several Tip-a-Cops across our entire footprint that need leadership support to be successful. LETR Ambassadors help run these activities with event logistics, event planning, and organizing. Put your enthusiasm and organizational skills towards a great cause and join a team today!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Select a Tip-a-Cop in a city near you or start a new Tip-a-Cop to lead and attend Recruit team members and SOSC athletes to assist with tasks, strongly encouraged Connect with local law enforcement agencies (contacts provided) to coordinate involvement  Reach out to establishment to introduce yourself as SOSC volunteer representative – establish rapport and appreciation of their support (in some cases, SOSC may have a contact already and we will connect you to them) Coordinate with SOSC staff to collect all materials prior to the event Orient volunteers, law enforcement, and athletes before event Manage donation collection and merchandise table Ensure photos are taken to assist with social media promotion Return raised funds and materials to local SOSC office (within 2 business days)

TRAINING & SUPPORT

Attend and shadow at least two Tip-a-Cops before being a lead  Overview of tools and resources needed for tasks  Supply box and training instructions provided on how to run credit card machine and fund reconcile form

COMMITMENT

 Tip-a-Cops are year round, throughout Southern California. We hope that Leads can support one or more event a year and can help form a leadership team. Each Tip-a-Cop can be up to 4-6 hours with minimal prep work.
  Schedule is flexible in terms of prepping for the events
 

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

 At least 18 years of age
  Submit an online volunteer application, training, and background check  Personable and engaging individual who is comfortable interacting with law enforcement, restaurant staff, athletes, and general public  Ability to improvise and be flexible  Excellent oral and written communication skills  Excellent organizational skills and initiative to improve processes. Must have reliable means of transportation for safety concerns. 

BENEFITS

Further vision of acceptance, inclusion, and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities
  Networking with law enforcement agencies and SOSC athletes  Help SOSC achieve its mission  LinkedIn endorsement or letter of recommendation for excellent work

For any other questions please reach out to 

Program: SOSC Fundraising Events

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 90810

Allow Groups: No