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Volunteer Information for Summer Games

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the 2026 State Summer Games with Special Olympics Tennessee!

This May, more than 1,200 athletes and Unified partners will gather at Lipscomb University in Nashville for an exciting, multi-day celebration of sports, health, and community.

To bring it all to life, we're looking for 900+ amazing volunteers to help make the weekend unforgettable. There are a wide variety of roles available, from set-up and scorekeeping to hospitality, merchandise, awards, health services, and more, so there's truly something for everyone.

Click HERE to explore the full list of volunteer opportunities.

2026 State Summer Games
Wednesday, May 13 - Sunday, May 17
Lipscomb University (Nashville, TN)

Please review the venue addresses carefully, as events will take place at multiple locations. We’ll communicate any schedule changes and additional details closer to the event.

Interested in volunteering with a group or have questions? Feel free to reach out to Ruth Boscaljon at rboscaljon@specialolympicstn.org.