Be a Champion of Inclusion
Welcome to SOLA Lions Club
Serving with Heart. Leading with Purpose.
The Special Olympics Los Angeles (SOLA) Lions Club is one of the first specialty clubs dedicated to supporting Special Olympics athletes year-round. We bring people together to serve with purpose, build friendships, and create inclusive communities.
Why SOLA?
🌟 Support athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities
🤝 Connect with fellow volunteers, athletes, and families
🎓 Grow as a leader with free training and hands-on experience
🌍 Join a global network of 1.4 million Lions worldwide
What We Do
At SOLA, we serve athletes, families, and our community through:
🏅 Supporting Special Olympics – Year-round volunteering at competitions and events
👕 Covering Costs – Providing uniforms, meals, court fees, and celebrations
🎉 Hosting Socials & Fundraisers – Fun, low-cost events that bring people together
🌟 Growing Inclusion – Developing new “Champions Lions Clubs” in more communities
Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you want to volunteer for a day, attend an open house, or become a member, there’s a place for you at SOLA Lions. Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive community — and we’d love for you to be part of it.
“Volunteering with SOLA has brought me great joy. The friendships I’ve built with fellow Lions, athletes, and families feel like extended family, and the connection to my community is something I’ll always treasure.”
Susan Sones, SOLA Charter Member
“I’ve been a SOLA Lion since 2009, and as Special Olympics Liaison, I can say working with these athletes is one of the richest experiences of my life. I love being a Lion!”
Ruri Pierre, SOLA Charter Member