Law Enforcement Torch Run

The Virginia Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics Virginia is a state wide event with activities throughout the year. These activities range from T-shirt and Hat Sales, Golf Tournaments, Plane Pulls, Motorcycle Raffles, Polar Plunges, Volleyball Tournaments and more. The Torch Run itself is held in the beginning of June every year as over 3500 Virginia Law Enforcement Officials carry the Torch with the Flame of Hope over 1900 miles.

The Torch arrives in Richmond Virginia during the middle part of June and is taken to the opening ceremonies of the Virginia State Summer Games at The University of Richmond. Special Olympics Virginia (SOVA) serves over 12,500 athletes through a network of volunteers of almost 20,000. Thanks to the great support of Virginia law enforcement, our athletes can compete state wide and nationally in World and Winter games.

Members of the Hanover County Sheriff's Office are excited and proud to support the Law Enforcement Torch Run and the Special Olympics of Virginia for its dedication in helping those with disabilities. Special Olympics Virginia is a rewarding opportunity for success and benefits the lives of athletes, volunteers, and customers in the communities we serve. This event extends the boundaries of a department and unites officers in the region, throughout the Commonwealth and around the world.

For more information on the Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics Virginia, please go to www.torchrunva.com or www.specialolympicsva.com