NEW SPORT CLUB PROMOTION AND MEMBER RECRUITMENT

Sport Club Promotion    The new sport club may be promoted among athletes and volunteers already involved in local Special Olympics programs  Community Social Media (Facebook, X, Instagram) may be useful to get the word out to local athletes, families and volunteers  The club may be highlighted in local media sources (television, radio, internet, newspapers)  Local schools should be made …

HOW TO START A NEW SPORT CLUB 

Sport Club Coaches and Managers need to determine the cost of venue and equipment, complete all necessary documentation to rent the facility, and assess the need for insurance. The club needs to be registered, as do the associated athletes, coaches, and volunteers.    Most clubs will meet/practice regularly once a week throughout the sport season, so an appropriate day/time for …

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

ABOUT THIS SECTION  The Community Council’s main priority is to ensure that all Special Olympics Ontario activities – sport practices, competitions, fundraisers and other events – are carried out with the mission of the organization in mind and pose no health and safety or publicity risk to the organization.  To achieve this goal, Community Councils meet on a monthly basis …

COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING CO-ORDINATOR ROLE DESCRIPTION 

  COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING CO-ORDINATOR ROLE DESCRIPTION     Purpose     To coordinate the community’s fundraising efforts by recruiting a fundraising committee and developing a year round fundraising plan.     Qualifications/Skills Required     Interest or knowledge of fundraising  Some financial/budget skills  Willingness to develop a team and provide leadership  Event management experience is an asset  Ability to approach and communicate with potential …

SPORT CLUB ASSET INVENTORY FORM 

SPORT CLUB ASSET INVENTORY FORM  Club Name: ____________________   Head Coach/Manager: _______________________  Address: _______________________  Telephone Number:___________________________  Head Coach Email : _____________________ Team Manager Email:___________________  Storage Location:  __________________________________________________________________ Asset  Quantity  Date Purchased  Serial Number  Approx. Value                                                      …

District Team Manager (DTM) Position Description

District Team Manager (DTM) Position Description Purpose:   To ensure District Team members have a successful and fulfilling experience at the Provincial Games.   Minimum Qualifications/Skills Required:   District Team Manager must possess the following attributes:   outstanding leadership abilities and ability to work as a team member past experience in a Games environment would be considered an asset excellent …