What is the Law Enforcement Torch Run?
The Law Enforcement Torch Run transforms communities by inspiring people to open their minds, to accept and include people with intellectual disabilities, celebrating differences among all people recognizing and respecting the similarities we all share. For athletes and officers alike, the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics is a story of success, love, respect and commitment between law enforcement officers and Special Olympic athletes.
The Law Enforcement Torch Run began in 1981 when Wichita, Kansas (USA) Police Chief Richard LaMunyon saw an urgent need to raise funds for and increase awareness for Special Olympics. Special Olympics New Hampshire would not be where we are today without the dedication and support from Law Enforcement Officials and Agencies around the state.
The LETR is not only a run, it is a year-round fundraiser and awareness campaign. There are many events that involve law enforcement professionals all over the Granite State from handing out medals to athletes at competitions to jumping in Lake Winnipesaukee in March to serving customers at a local restaurant for “tips/donations”.
2024 marks our 40-year partnership with New Hampshire Law Enforcement agencies and officials. Since its inception, New Hampshire Law Enforcement has raised more than $7 million and continue to be role models, mentors and friends to our 2,700+ athletes.