Thank you SOBC volunteers!

As we wrap up National Volunteer Week 2024, we want to say a big thank you to all of our SOBC volunteers who make every moment matter! We are so grateful to dedicated volunteers like SOBC – Revelstoke's Courtney Kaler who go above and beyond to empower athletes with intellectual disabilities.

Courtney has been involved with SOBC for over eight years and is currently the Local Coordinator for SOBC – Revelstoke! Read on to learn more about her role and how it has changed lives.

🎤 What do you enjoy about your role?
🗣️ "Seeing the smiles on their faces when they participate in our programs, watching them make new friends, and gain confidence is so inspiring. Our athletes are such an inspiration to us all and I am so proud to be part of such a rewarding organization."

🎤 What would you say about Special Olympics to encourage someone to get involved?
🗣️ "Just do it! It’s such a rewarding experience. As a volunteer, you will get to meet a ton of like-minded people. You will meet and work with incredible athletes who will continue to inspire you each and every day."

🎤 Anything else you would like to add?
🗣️ "Our program in Revelstoke has grown exponentially in the last few years thanks to the athletes and incredible volunteers we have in our program. This wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of our board members, program volunteers, and coaches. Thank you to everyone who makes this happen! National Volunteer Week is dedicated to you all!"

Now more than ever, SOBC is in critical need of volunteers.

Do you know someone ready to help change lives – including their own? Join Courtney and the thousands of SOBC volunteers making a difference for athletes with intellectual disabilities in every corner of the province.

Prior to the pandemic, we had 4,300 volunteers. Today, we have 1,728. Our goal is to reach 2,000 registered volunteers by September! Help us get there by sharing this link with your networks.

Make a difference with your grocery shopping!

Safeway and Thrifty Foods want to raise $1 million for Special Olympics athletes. Are you up for the challenge? 💪 From April 25 to May 5, Safeway and Thrifty Foods customers can choose to donate to support Special Olympics athletes in communities across Canada!

Regional Qualifiers are heating up!

Special Olympics BC athletes from across the province are competing hard and having fun with teammates in the 2024 Regional Qualifiers. These Regional Qualifiers are a chance for SOBC athletes to punch their ticket to the 2025 SOBC Provincial Summer Games in Prince George!

We always welcome feedback on Special Olympics BC's e-newsletter! Please contact SOBC Communications Coordinator Jacob Lee at jlee@specialolympics.bc.ca with your ideas.