As a Special Olympics Coach and Mentor I have the honor of being able to work with their athletes. Ever since I was a little girl I remember being friends with other children who had intellectual disabilities. I noticed despite their diagnosis it never prevented us from creating bonds and becoming friends.
It was a natural step for me to begin volunteering with the Special Olympics. I was not sure what to expect when I started going to the sporting events. However immediately after I realized what a gift the organization was for not only the athletes but also the volunteers. They managed to create an environment that was truly welcoming to all people. Each athlete was full of joy, not only for themselves, but also for the other participants.
It was a natural step for me to begin volunteering with the Special Olympics. I was not sure what to expect when I started going to the sporting events. However immediately after I realized what a gift the organization was for not only the athletes but also the volunteers. They managed to create an environment that was truly welcoming to all people. Each athlete was full of joy, not only for themselves, but also for the other participants.