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Law Enforcement Torch Run began in Wichita, Kansas, in 1981 when Police Chief Richard LaMunyon saw a need to raise awareness of and funds for Special Olympics. He conceived the idea of the Torch Run as a way to involve local law enforcement with Special Olympics and local communities by running the torch in intra-state relays that converge at Summer Games.
Now a global event, all 50 states and more than 30 foreign countries participate in Law Enforcement Torch Run. In Oregon, more than 1,000 law enforcement personnel from federal, military, state, county, and local agencies participate in the year-round Torch Run campaign.
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Law Enforcement Torch Run is a three-pronged year-round program:
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ATHLETE ENCOURAGEMENT
Adding much to the joy of Special Olympians, Torch Run Oregon volunteers participate in Awards and Games Ceremonies throughout the year at all Regional and State Competitions.
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PUBLIC AWARENESS
In the summer, Torch Run Oregon volunteers and Special Olympians carry the Flame of Hope through more than 30 counties statewide. A Relay Celebration is held in the city hosting Summer Games to cheer in all the runners.
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FUNDRAISING
Fundraising is done throughout the year to ensure Special Olympians can participate in the program free of charge. Funds are raised in many different ways, including: recruiting sponsors, T-shirt sales, Relay Pledges, Tip-a-Cops, and special statewide events such as the Harley HARLEY RAFFLES, Truck Convoy, Building Sits and the Online Auction. Funds raised by Torch Run support Local Programs and Regional & State Competitions so that athletes can take part in the sports that they love.
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TORCH RUN OREGON
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Creates positive community relations.
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Strengthens the camaraderie of officers within the same agency and between different agencies in the state.
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Benefits people in the local community.
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Supports a well-respected charity in the local community.
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Would you like more information about Torch Run Oregon? Have a question? Please contact us at: torchrunoregon@soor.org. We look forward to hearing from you!
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