Special Olympics North Carolina Green Team Volunteer in Charlotte Area

Title: Green Team Volunteer / Green Team – Special Olympics NC 2026 Fall Tournament (Charlotte)

About the organization:

Special Olympics North Carolina provides year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. On November 13–14, we're hosting our 2026 Fall Tournament in Charlotte, one of our largest events of the year, with hundreds of athletes competing.

About the role:

We're looking for Green team members at Mallard Creek Park, UNCC, and at Cabarrus Arena to lead our sustainability efforts on event day. As a team member you'll serve lunch to athletes and families and keep recycling and composting running smoothly. This is a great fit for anyone who enjoys organizing people, cares about reducing waste, and wants to be part of an energizing, joyful event.

Responsibilities:

• Set up lunch service, recycling, and compost stations
• Help athletes, families, and guests sort waste correctly
• Assist with breakdown at the end of the day

Time commitment:

• Event day(s): November 13 and/or 14, shifts from 10:00 – 2:00 PM
• Victory dance: 4:30 PM-9:30 PM

Locations:

Mallard Creek Park, UNCC, or Cabarrus Arena & Events Center in Charlotte, NC

How to sign up

Register for a shift here: https://specialolympicsnorthcarolina.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=115989

Fill out the general volunteer application and then enter the password (Green Team) and select

Green Team under the Soccer, Dance, or Flag football options.

Questions? Contact: greeneventsintern@sonc.net