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Law Enforcement Torch Run Events

In 2025 we are hosting numerous Torch Runs to coincide with local area, state, winter and summer games. We will be working to cover several counties across the state of Tennessee.

We will post information on each leg of the 2025 Statewide Torch run on this page as information becomes available so be sure to visit often.

All participants are asked to wear the official 2025 Statewide Torch Run shirt (you will reserve your size with your registration).

Participants that raise $100 will also receive a commemorative Challenge Coin.

Departments that raise the most money this year will be recognized on the 2025 Statewide Torch Run shirts.

The mission of the Law Enforcement Torch Run is to raise awareness as well as funds for Special Olympics.

So together let us carry the torch keeping the Flame of Hope alive for our 18,000 Tennessee athletes and start racking up those meaningful miles!

LEARN MORE AND FUNDRAISE HERE

LETR Conferences

Law Enforcement attendees receive 4 POST Advocacy hours for attending. Lunch is provided. Please email Jennifer McAfee to register at jmcafee@specialolympicstn.org.

  • Middle Tennessee - Friday, May 16, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Lipscomb University

EVENTS

Spring 2025

  • All Season - Local area Spring Games Torch Runs - FUNDRAISE
  • April 11 - Tip-A-Cop at Riverview Restaurant & Marina in Ashland City
  • May 16 - Middle TN LETR Conference at State Summer Games
  • May 16 - Summer Games & Downtown Nashville-Broadway Torch Run - FUNDRAISE
  • May 31 - thROWdown at Music City Fit Expo

Summer 2025

Fall 2025

  • October 7 (5:00 to 7:00 p.m.) - Texas Roadhouse Statewide Tip-A-Cop
  • October 16 to 18 - LETR International Conference in Minnesota

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Questions? Contact Jennifer McAfee at jmcafee@specialolympicstn.org or 615.496.8615.

LETR Events

Riverview Restaurant & Marina Tip-A-Cop

110 Old River Rd, Ashland City
Fundraising event
Officers from local agencies will assist servers in waiting tables where they will deliver food and beverages and bus tables. In the process, officers will discuss Special Olympics and the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics and what both mean to them.

thROWdown at Music City Fit Expo

Nashville Fairgrounds
Fundraising event
Teams compete in a 26.2 mile row all to support the athletes of Special Olympics Tennessee!

2025 Run the Runway 5K

Upper Cumberland Regional Airport
Fundraising event
Run a 5K on the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport Runway!

2025 Pulling for a Purpose Plane Pull

Upper Cumberland Regional Airport
Fundraising event
A challenge for the fastest time of pulling a plane. Individual and Team competitions.

Blue Moon Waterfront Grille Tip-A-Cop

Blue Moon Waterfront Grille - 525 Basswood Dr, Nashville
Fundraising event
Officers from local agencies will assist servers in waiting tables where they will deliver food and beverages and bus tables. In the process, officers will discuss Special Olympics and the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics and what both mean to them.

Awedaddys Bar & Grill Tip-A-Cop

727 Marina Rd, Gallatin
Fundraising event
Officers from local agencies will assist servers in waiting tables where they will deliver food and beverages and bus tables. In the process, officers will discuss Special Olympics and the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics and what both mean to them.

Texas Roadhouse Tip-A-Cop for Special Olympics 2025

Texas Roadhouse locations in Tennessee
Fundraising event
Officers across the state will assist servers in waiting tables where they will deliver food and beverages as well as bus tables. In the process, officers will discuss Special Olympics and the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics and what both mean to them.