Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)
Changing the future of our athletes and lighting the way for acceptance and inclusion.
Changing the future of our athletes and lighting the way for acceptance and inclusion.
About LETR -
Our Partners in the Movement
The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is the largest public awareness vehicle and grass-roots fundraiser for Special Olympics. The individual agencies and LETR community members have been essential to driving the mission and impact of Special Olympics across New York. We are proud of our relationship with the thousands of law enforcement personnel across New York State who are dedicated to increasing public awareness for our program. They are also committed to raising funds for our athletes so that we can offer our programs free of charge. In addition, law enforcement officers volunteer at competitions and events year-round, serving as our ambassadors in local communities.Our Partners in the Movement
The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is the largest public awareness vehicle and grass-roots fundraiser for Special Olympics. The individual agencies and LETR community members have been essential to driving the mission and impact of Special Olympics across New York. We are proud of our relationship with the thousands of law enforcement personnel across New York State who are dedicated to increasing public awareness for our program. They are also committed to raising funds for our athletes so that we can offer our programs free of charge. In addition, law enforcement officers volunteer at competitions and events year-round, serving as our ambassadors in local communities.Some Ways to Get Involved
Contact us for more information: letr@nyso.org
Contact us for more information: letr@nyso.org
Contact us for more information: letr@nyso.org
Contact us for more information: letr@nyso.org
History
LETR began in 1981 when Wichita, Kansas Police Chief Richard LaMunyon created the Torch Run. He thought the Torch Run would help law enforcement be active in the community and support Special Olympics Kansas. In 1983, Chief LaMunyon presented the program to the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). They decided to endorse Torch Run and became the “Founding Law Enforcement Organization.” With the IACP’s support, LETR became the movement’s largest public awareness and fundraising group for Special Olympics.
Since 1986, the Law Enforcement Torch Run in New York has raised more than $14 million while increasing awareness of Special Olympics New York athletes and their accomplishments.
“Running with thousands of law enforcement officers in the Torch Run at the 2023 LETR Conference was the most amazing experience of my life! One I will never ever forget. ~ Athlete Jacob Babcock
NY LETR Hall of Fame
2023 Inductees:
Rick Allen, Joe Barca, Chris Hamel, Sal Gerbino, Steve Nigrelli, Mike Murray, and Kevin Arone
Resources
International LETR Conference
T-shirt order forms
Corporate Sponsorship
Fundraiser materials
Fact Overview
Contact us for more information: letr@nyso.org
