LETR Founder and retired Chief Richard LaMunyon (Wichita, Kansas)
“Her involvement strengthens the bond between law enforcement and athletes, highlighting the importance of respect, teamwork and opportunity.”
Jocelyn Hilts
Law Enforcement Officer Peel and Cobourg Police Service
About Us
The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run® (LETR) is one of the largest and passionate fundraisers for the Special Olympics. Known as Guardians of the Flame, law enforcements and athletes carry “The Flame of Hope” into competitions around the world championing acceptance and inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities, celebrating and uniting diverse communities.
LETR | Special Olympics Ontario
With the successful partnership between Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run and Special Olympics Ontario (SOO), all proceeds are contributed to community and school programs providing opportunities.
Get Involved
Participating with Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics you are making a difference by help building a community that advocates for inclusion, equal opportunities and fostering fulfilling relationships through meaningful fundraising events.
Law Enforcement Torch Run Members
Volunteering for Special Olympics
7, 600
Annual Torch Runners
Representing for Ontario
$ 1.1 Billion
Total amount raised since inception
Law Enforcement Torch Run is Presented by
Gallagher proudly supports Torch Run Ontario through a strategic partnership with Special Olympics, aimed at elevating and expanding the Torch Run initiative in various regions. As a Platinum Partner of Special Olympics, Gallagher assumes the official sponsorship role for Special Olympics sports and coach programming, with a specific focus on supporting the Torch Run movement. This partnership reflects our deep commitment to promoting inclusivity, unity, and camaraderie across different regions, and underscores our dedication to supporting the Torch Run initiative.
