Opportunities From: Town of Mooresville

Help shape the athletes of Special Olympics Lake Norman in our Powerlifting program- athletes will practice and compete in the deadlift, squat and bench press throughout the year! This commitment is a weekly commitment, (1-2 hours per week) at a local powerlifting gym and some travel with athletes to competitions. Volunteers will be required to also complete SONC training and volunteer screenings. 

This volunteer opportunity is for coaching with Special Olympics Lake Norman. 

Sports vary by season. 

Fall sports (August-end of November): softball, bocce, soccer, tennis, flag football, and cycling 

Winter Sports (November-February): Skiing and snowboarding

Spring Sports (January-1st week of June)- track and field, bowling, gymnastics, basketball, swimming, and volleyball

year-round sports: golf, cheerleading, powerlifting, equestrian, sailing and young athletes 

Mooresville Abilities Program is an adult day camp designed for individuals with disabilities. The program runs Monday-Thursday from 9am-2pm and hosts a variety of activities during that time. 

Volunteers within the program come to share their special talents, read a book, share life experiences and spend meaningful time with participants. For more information on the activities possible, email mwilliams@mooresvillenc.gov 

Socials, parties and dances are a big part of the therapeutic community. Our participants LOVE to be able to have fun with their friends new and familiar. 

Social Volunteers help with the planning, prep work, set up and execution of a social (or multiple socials)! Example socials include the Boo Bash, the Bunny Hop, and the Holly Jolly Christmas Party but are not limited to just these events. Socials run throughout the year.