Special Olympics of NH
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Law Enforcement Torch Run

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is one of the largest Special Olympics fundraising events in NH. Every branch of state, municipal, county and federal law enforcement has participated in the Torch Run. The Law Enforcement community has raised more than one million dollars in the history of the Torch Run.

In a series of 18 “legs” members of the law enforcement community run relays that cover more than 850 miles of NH roads. The runners carry the Special Olympics “Flame of Hope” to the Opening Ceremonies of the Summer Games at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) in Durham the first weekend in June.

To learn more about the LETR, and other fundraising events like the Penguin Plunge, go to the NH Special Olympics website

Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) 

What              The LETR is one of the largest Special Olympics fundraising events in NH.  The Torch Run consists of 18 legs and covers about 850 miles throughout the state.  Law Enforcement are asked to collect donations for the Torch run at Summer Games, SONH’s most attended competitive statewide events.  Other events that are part of the LETR include the Winter LETRR, Harley-Davidson Raffle, To Serve & Protect – Fueling Dreams promotion, Fall Games Torch Run, Chiefs Golf Tournament and the Pick Two out of Three Raffle.  As a result of all these events, the Law Enforcement community has raised nearly $2,000,000.00 in the 24 year history of the Torch Run. 

Who Participates

                        Every branch of state, municipal, county and federal law enforcement and friends of law enforcement

Where            Statewide

Why                The funds raised by the Torch Run allow new athletes and Local Programs to participate without the fees for housing and assessments.  Funds are raised by law enforcement who collect donations for participation in the Torch Run, raffle ticket sales, the To Serve & Protect – Fueling Dreams promotion and much more!

The Mission of Special Olympics New Hampshire is to provide year-round participation in sports training and athletic competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities by providing athletes with continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, express courage, experience joy and participate in the  sharing of talents, skills and friendship with their families, friends, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.

2010 Winnipesaukee Dip, Special Olympics New Hampshire
Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 12 Noon
Church Landing
Inn & Spa at Mill Falls
Meredith, NH  03253

The Winnipesaukee Dip a fundraising event of the Law Enforcement Torch Run sponsored by the NH Association of Chiefs of Police to support Special Olympics New Hampshire. This event is a collaboration between the Public Safety Agencies participating and SONH.

Participants will plunge into the icy waters of Lake Winnipesaukee; they will include representatives of Public Safety Agencies from throughout the state. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is inviting members of Public Safety Organizations to participate. Participants will include the general public, business sponsors, friends of Special Olympics and other agencies from throughout the state. Those participants may also designate 15% of the funds they raise to the agency of their choice. All agencies that receive funds from the Winnipesaukee Dip will be registered not for profit organizations or government agencies.

2010 High School Penguin Plunge, Special Olympics New Hampshire
Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 12 Noon
Hampton Beach
Hampton, NH  03842

The High School Penguin Plunge is a Special Olympics New Hampshire fundraising event entering its second year. The event is very similar to the Penguin Plunge but requires its participants to be students, staff or faculty of a New Hampshire high school and is a substance free event. Participants must raise a minimum amount of donations to benefit both Special Olympics (85%) and their high school (15%). The High School Penguin Plunge is a great opportunity to raise funds for Special Olympics and build school spirit! Of the money you raise, 15% of the gross proceeds will go to a school approved community project. Additionally, 15% of the gross proceeds will be credited to starting a unified soccer program. Show your school spirit!

2010 Penguin Plunge, Special Olympics New Hampshire
Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ Noon
Hampton Beach
Hampton, NH  03842

Join new and returning Penguins for a cold plunge into the Atlantic Ocean. Plungers will brave the icy Atlantic to raise awareness and support for the athletes of Special Olympics New Hampshire. Plungers may participate individually or in "Flocks" (groups of 5 or more plungers). Those who wish to stay warm can take the Chicken Plunge and get prime viewing of the plungers while under the Big Top!

Over 3,500 participants will benefit! The money raised from the Penguin Plunge provides needed funding for Special Olympics New Hampshire. Special Olympics provides statewide, year-round sports training and athletic competition for more than 3,500 athletes and unified partners. 

OR REGISTER ONLINE!  GO TO www.sonh.org and look under News & Information!
 

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