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The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is held in 50 states and in 35 countries raising $20 million annually and recruiting more than 15,000 law enforcement officers from all over the world. The original Torch Run began in 1981 in Kansas as a vision of Chief Richard LaMunyon who wanted to give his officers an opportunity to participate in something positive.

Arkansas consistently ranks in the emerald level of excellence raising over $500,000 each year since 2010.

The Arkansas Secret Service is the founding law enforcement agency for Arkansas' Torch Run for Special Olympics. What began as a 30-mile run is now a four day relay that covers more than 1200 miles and 700 runners. Now more than a run, the Law Enforcement Torch Run is a campaign to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics. The LETR in Arkansas originates in over 12 locations and culminates at the site of Summer Games.

The Mission of the LETR is to raise both dollars and awareness for Special Olympics. Nearly 100 agencies and 1500 officers work year-round in Arkansas to accomplish this goal; they are some of our greatest volunteers. All funds raised go towards supporting Special Olympics Arkansas year round sports training and athletic competition.

LETR holds special events like Polar Plunges, Boots-N-Badges, Tip A Cop, Golf and Softball tournaments. A major source of funding comes from the sale of Torch Run T-shirts that feature a new design each year. Sponsors and corporate donations help round out these fundraising efforts.
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Helpful Links

  • LETR Executive Council Members
  • LETR Executive Council Operating Guidelines​
  • LETR Manual​
  • LETR Post Event Report​

2021 Law Enforcement Torch Run Shirts - ON SALE NOW!

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​Cotton Tshirt order form
​RUNNER Tshirt order form  -   RUNNER   ORDER FORMS DUE BY MARCH 13th!


For easy email form submission:
  • Download order form and save to your  computer
  • Fill out form completely
  • Click  the submit button  located on page 2 of the .pdf form

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Thank you Torch Run Partners!

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