Special Olympics Mecklenburg County

Special Olympics Mecklenburg County Special Olympics Mecklenburg County provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

08/25/2026

GOLF ASSISTANT COACHES NEEDED! 🏌️
Special Olympics Mecklenburg County is looking for Volunteer Assistant Golf Coaches for our fall golf season in south Charlotte.

Details:
📅 Saturdays, September 5 - November 7 in South Charlotte
⏰ 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

What You'll Do:
⛳ Support athletes during practice
🏌️ Help with drills and activities
🙌 Encourage athletes and celebrate their successes
👥 Assist the Head Coach and help practices run smoothly

No coaching experience required! Some golf experience is preferred, but you don't need to be a pro. We're looking for volunteers who can attend at least 80% of practices and bring a positive attitude. Join us and help our athletes build skills, confidence, and friendships this season!

Interested? Sign up today by emailing [email protected]! ⛳️

08/10/2026

🎉 FREE Bingo & Registration Night

Sponsored by DCLI | Hosted by the Jewish Community Center

Join Special Olympics Mecklenburg County for a fun-filled evening of bingo, food, and community!

📅 September 3
⏰ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Jewish Community Center

Come enjoy:
🎱 FREE Bingo
🍕 FREE Food
🎁 Prizes and Fun with Friends

We'll also have computers available to help athletes and families:
✅ Complete athlete registration for the upcoming year
✅ Update contact information
✅ Join our email list and stay informed about events, competitions, and opportunities

Sign up now- https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hUQ6Ym-1YUKUYG4c8OYxXb8MnNkeDzxAqGBf3ozIXJ9UOTVWMTg0TklSVFVCWVdTS0VXTzNIQjUyRi4u

Whether you're returning for another season or just need to complete your registration, this is a great chance to connect with other athletes and families while having fun!

A special thank you to DCLI for sponsoring this event and to the Jewish Community Center for hosting us and supporting inclusion in our community. 💙

Just a reminder that one our partners GiGi's Playhouse Charlotte hosts FREE therapeutic & educational classes, throughou...
08/10/2026

Just a reminder that one our partners GiGi's Playhouse Charlotte hosts FREE therapeutic & educational classes, throughout the week!
Classes vary in ages and you are required to sign up, so make sure you click the link below to check out their calendar and see what is available for athletes!

https://gigisplayhouse.org/charlotte/sfcalendar/?utm_source=hootsuite&utm_medium=facebook&utm_term=gigi%27s+playhouse+charlotte&utm_content=95a1433a-5f96-48d8-aa76-c4a8fe02321c&utm_campaign=%26trk%3Dsocial&trk=facebook_web

08/05/2026

We are looking for a medical volunteer for our flag football clinic next Thursday 8/13 from 6:30-8pm at Charlotte Country Day School. If you or someone you know is available to be our medical volunteer (emt, nurse, doctor, pt etc.) please email [email protected] or comment below.

Thank you!

🏓 Pickleball is coming to Cornelius! We’re excited to get Special Olympics pickleball practices up and running in Cornel...
07/31/2026

🏓 Pickleball is coming to Cornelius!

We’re excited to get Special Olympics pickleball practices up and running in Cornelius this September! But first, we need some awesome volunteer coaches to help make it happen!!

If you’re interested in volunteering your time and sharing your love of pickleball with our athletes, we’d love to hear from you! Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them or share this post!

07/18/2026

Join us on July 29 and cheer on the incredible Unified representatives from Special Olympics North Carolina!

☕ FREE admission. 🥐 Enjoy complimentary coffee and breakfast. 🎟️ Enter for a chance to win one of FOUR pairs of MLS All-Star Game tickets.

Representing SONC are:

⚽ Karol Diaz, Athlete – A lifelong soccer player with a passion for scoring goals, Karol is known for her hard work, selfless play, and dedication to her team.

⚽ Ben Dorsey, Unified Partner – An incoming Clemson University student, Ben played high school soccer and served as his football team's kicker. He became a Unified partner through his family's shared love of soccer and commitment to inclusion.

⚽ Jacob Coggins, Head Coach – Now in his third season coaching, Jacob is a Charlotte native and proud parent of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities . His passion for inclusion and community shines through his leadership.

Come enjoy breakfast, celebrate the power of Unified Sports, and get excited for the MLS All-Star Game. We can't wait to see you there! 💙⚽🏆

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Promotion at the start of the first-half water break at 9:52 AM ET on 7/29/26. Open to legal residents of the 50 US/DC, (18+). Void where prohibited. See MLS booth at event for rules.

⚽ Join us in celebrating inclusion at the MLS Unified All-Star Game! Come cheer on Special Olympics athletes and Unified...
07/16/2026

⚽ Join us in celebrating inclusion at the MLS Unified All-Star Game! Come cheer on Special Olympics athletes and Unified partners from MLS clubs across the country, including representatives from Charlotte FC’s Unified Team.

📅 Wednesday, July 29
🕘 Kickoff: 9:30 AM
📍 Mecklenburg County Sportsplex
🎟️ FREE to attend!

Address

309 E Morehead Street, Ste 250
Charlotte, NC
28202

Telephone

(704) 358-1935 Ext 162

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