Opportunities From: Helpline Center Volunteer Connections

Special Olympics of SD has partnered with Visit Spearfish to recruit volunteers to help at the 2026 Summer State Games in Spearfish.  Volunteers are needed at various times to assist with supervision, coordination of sporting events from May 14 - 16th. Please notify Visit Spearfish before May 8th. For any additional questions or information, please contact Visit Spearfish at 605-717-9294 or email info@visitspearfish.com

Special Olympics will take place at Black Hills State University. All volunteers will need to check in at the Young Center on Friday, May 15th, and at Lyle Hare Stadium on Saturday, May 16th.

Events that need help:
Friday, May 15:
Team Soccer (8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
Soccer Skills (8:15 AM-12:00 PM)
Team Volleyball (1:00-4:00 PM)
Volleyball Skills (8:15 AM-12:00 PM)
Healthy Athletes (8:30 AM -12:30 PM) (12:30 PM-4:00 PM)
Awards (times vary)

Saturday, May 16:
Healthy Athletes (8:30 AM -12:30 PM) (12:30 PM-4:00 PM)
Track (7:30 AM-4:00 PM)
Tennis Ball Throw (8:30 AM-11:30 AM) (12:30-3:30 PM)
Softball Throw (8:30-12:00 PM) (12:30 PM-3:30 PM)
Standing Long Jump (8:30 AM-12:00 PM) (12:30 PM-3:30 PM)
Awards (times vary)

All volunteers will receive a t-shirt, while supplies last. Please reach out to info@visitspearfish.com to register and/or any other questions!