Sports Program Championships Global Messengers FAQ Local Offices Educators Inside SONV Fundraising Events Related Sites Sponsors		Not a weekend jock? There are still many ways for you to get involved with Special Olympics. Every year, Special Olympics Nevada holds four major fundraising events that help support your local Special Olympic programs. Check out other cool ways for you to raise some money, help out Special Olympics, and have a lot of FUN!
		TORCH RUN Fundraising Activities: Year Round Actual run: May 19, 2006 The mission of the Nevada Law Enforcement Torch Run, in partnership with our communities, is to support Special Olympics Programs through fund raising and public awareness, while enhancing the quality of life of our athletes. Over 500 members of law enforcement agencies from Federal, Military, State, County and Local agencies participate in the Torch Run campaign. It is a year round fund-raising campaign that culminates every year at the Special Olympics Nevada Summer Games in May. The Special Olympics Summer Games celebrates the end of the spring sports season, bringing together over 1200 Special Olympics athletes throughout Nevada to compete in a variety of different sports. The games officially begin after the final leg of the torch run has been completed and the "Flame of Hope" lights the Special Olympics caldron during Opening Ceremonies. Funds are raised through a variety of activities, such as: Cops on Doughnut Shops, Tip-A-Cops, Courtesy Cops, Harley-Davidson Raffle, Mini Gran Prix, and T-shirt sales. The Law Enforcement Torch Run has become the single largest supporter of the Special Olympics training and competitions opportunities that are available to over 2200 developmentally disabled children and adults throughout Nevada. Last year, $160,000 was raised as a result of these dedicated law enforcement personnel. To find out more information on the Torch Run please click Torch Run activities here. back to top