Law Enforcement Torch Run

There are 56 torch run legs with nearly 6,000 law enforcement officers from over 470 agencies in attendance. They gather together to run and pass the Special Olympics New York “Flame of Hope” across the State. Each year, these legs converge to a final location in June for the lighting of the cauldron during the Special Olympics New York Summer Games Opening Ceremony. Run with us.

Law enforcement officers throughout the state partner with local coffee shops, such as Dunkin’, to raise awareness and collect donations. Find a participating coffee shop near you.

Law enforcement officers and Special Olympics New York athletes team up with local restaurants, such as Applebee’s, Tully’s, and Texas Roadhouse, to help raise money by assisting as wait staff, host/hostess and busser. Find a participating restaurant near you.

Participants team up to support their efforts in “Freezin’ for a Reason.” There are more than 6,000 brave souls who plunge in local New York waters. These events raise more than $1.5 million each year. Volunteer at a plunge near you or start a plunge team of your own.