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Join our community of champions

Share your skills, time and passion to create opportunities for young athletes.

Ready to make a difference? It takes 3 minutes to apply.

Become a volunteer

Why volunteer?

Your time can change an athlete's journey

Many gifted athletes give up not because they lack ability, but because they lack access to equipment, mentorship, food or information. Volunteers help us close those gaps.

  • See real impact

    Work directly on programs that put spikes on feet and athletes in classrooms.

  • Use your skills

    Media, law, data, coaching, logistics: every skill has a place.

  • Join a network

    Connect with athletes, coaches and sports professionals across Africa.

  • Remote or on the ground

    Help from anywhere, or at events in your community.

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Roles available

Where you can help

Athlete mentor

Remote or in person

Guide young athletes on training habits, education choices and life beyond sport.

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Media & storytelling

Remote

Help produce Beyond the Finish Line with Star and share athlete stories: filming, editing, writing and social media.

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Equipment drive coordinator

In person, Nigeria

Collect, assess and distribute sporting equipment for Kit Up an Athlete.

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Fundraising & partnerships

Remote

Build relationships with sponsors, schools, clubs and brands, and support campaigns like the Athlete Impact Fund.

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Data & impact reporting

Remote

Track grants, outcomes and athlete progress so we can report transparently to donors.

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Events & welfare support

In person, Nigeria

Support food drives, kit distributions and athlete events on the ground.

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How it works

Four simple steps

  1. 1

    Apply

    Fill in the short form below.

  2. 2

    Chat with us

    We contact you to talk about your skills and availability.

  3. 3

    Get onboarded

    Learn how we work, including our athlete safeguarding expectations.

  4. 4

    Make an impact

    Start supporting athletes and see the difference you make.

Become a volunteer

Apply now

We read every application. Questions first? Email connect@paragonsportsdevelopmentfoundation.com.

Volunteer application

e.g. "Weekends" or "5 hours a month"

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