Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics (LETR)
LETR is year-round awareness and fundraising opportunities by law enforcement personnel for Special Olympics.
LETR T-Shirt Sales: Each year t-shirts are sold across the state by law enforcement. The logos of sponsors that support the LETR are displayed on the t-shirts. (Spring)
Polar Plunge: The Polar plunge allows individuals, businesses and organizations to support local Special Olympics athletes by diving into freezing cold waters. Currently there are Polar Plunges in: Bismarck, Fargo, and Grand Forks. (Winter).
Raffle: LETR organizes a “Cool Cash” Raffle to benefit Special Olympics. Law enforcement assists in the distribution and sale of raffle tickets statewide. (Fall-Winter).
Tip-A-Cop: “Serve and Protect” takes on a whole new meaning as local law enforcement officers volunteer their time at local Applebee's restaurants collecting “donations” for Special Olympics. (Fall).
Law Enforcement Torch Run: Law enforcement teams statewide hit the road by running to raise awareness and money for Special Olympics North Dakota (SOND).
Truck Convoy: The Truck Convoy for Special Olympics North Dakota, presented by Marvin, is a powerful, one-day celebration uniting the trucking industry, law enforcement, and community partners to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics athletes across the state. (September) Truck Pull: The LETR Truck Pull for Special Olympics is a fundraising event where teams test their strength by competing to pull a 19,000 lb. SWAT Bearcat Truck and a 47,000 lb. firetruck over a set distance in the fastest time, fostering teamwork and supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities. This event is all about strength, teamwork, and inclusion.
Opening Ceremonies: The ceremonial culmination of the LETR occurs with the arrival of the torch at the Opening Ceremonies of the SOND Summer Games. Supporters of Special Olympics are invited to and honored at the VIP Social and Opening Ceremonies. (May-June).
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