Give a Lot to a Cop on Top in Lubbock!
Fundraiser for Special Olympics Texas is September 23-24
In a few weeks, you might spot a cop on top of Walmart in Lubbock. It’s not part of an undercover stakeout, it’s a Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) fundraiser for Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) – South Plains area!
During Cops on Top, local LETR officers will take to the roof of Walmart, located at 4215 S. Loop 289, from 5:30 p.m. on September 23 through 6:00 p.m. on September 24, to raise money for and awareness of SOTX and its athletes.
Please contact Butch Lancaster (blancaster@sotx.org) at 806.749.7000 for more information or volunteer opportunities in the South Plains area.
About the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)
The Law Enforcement Torch Run is Special Olympics' largest grass-roots fundraiser and public awareness vehicle. In Texas, the Law Enforcement Torch Run began in 1985 and had grown to become one of the largest in the nation. In the last decade, Torch Run has contributed over $11 million through the dedication of thousands of law enforcement personnel fundraising on behalf of SOTX. The support provided by this dedicated group has contributed greatly to programs in local communities, which involve more than 36,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities throughout the state.
About Special Olympics Texas
Special Olympics Texas is a privately funded non-profit organization providing year-round sports training and athletic competition for more than 40,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities in the Lone Star State. Be a part of the movement that is CHANGING LIVES in your community. For more information, visit our website at www.specialolympicstexas.org.
Co-Sponsors:
Coca-Cola Refreshments, Food Town, H-E-B Tournament of Champions
Charitable Trust and the Law Enforcement Torch Run
Ramonica Jones
Public Relations Coordinator
Special Olympics Texas
rjones@sotx.org
