Become a Class A Volunteer

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for Special Olympics Wisconsin (SOWI) and making a difference in the lives of the thousands of athletes our program serves!  By completing this volunteer application process and becoming a Class A Volunteer, you will assist SOWI in providing a safe and quality environment for Special Olympics athletes to train and compete.

What is a Class A Volunteer?

  • Coach or Assistant Coach
  • Chaperone
  • Local Program/Agency Manager
  • Games Management Team Member
  • Unified Sports Partner

Items to Note

  • All steps must be completed for a volunteer application to be processed.
  • Allow up to two weeks for processing of volunteer applications.
  • If you are under 18, proceed to Class A Minor Form.
  • If you have any questions regarding your status after completing all steps of the application/renewal process, please contact [email protected].
process step number 1

Complete the online Protective Behaviors training and test

The following information is required to complete your application:

  • We recently updated our e-learning portal. If you are a returning user, you will need to reset your password. If you are a new learner, please select “Register” and create an account.
  • If you encounter issues with the Protective Behaviors training and test, please contact [email protected]
process step number 2

Submit the Class A Volunteer Application

The following information is required to complete your application:

  • Date of Protective Behaviors test completion
  • Copy of State- or Federal-issued Photo ID
  • Agency / Young Athletes / UCS Number*

*This number is in the form of #-## (ex. 6-12). You MUST include an accurate Agency Number for your application to be processed. If you have not yet connected with or are unsure of your Agency Number, please contact your local Athletic Director.

If you have any questions with the application, please e-mail [email protected].

process step number 3

Complete an order for a background check through Sterling Volunteers

If you encounter issues with the background check process, please contact Sterling Volunteers at 855-326-1860, Option 3 or [email protected].

process step number 4

Complete the SOWI Communicable Disease Waiver Form

The following information is required to complete your application:

ALL STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED FOR A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION TO BE PROCESSED.

Please allow up to two weeks for processing of volunteer applications. If you have any questions regarding your status after completing all steps of the application/renewal process, please contact [email protected].

Younger than 18? Follow These Three Steps!

  1. Complete the online Protective Behaviors training and test

2. Complete the Class A Minor Form and submit via email or postal mail


Check out our upcoming events and sign up to volunteer today! For more information on volunteering for Special Olympics Wisconsin, contact [email protected].