Lace up for the race alongside Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) – Rio Grande Valley area athletes and supporters.  Trek for a good cause in the Law Enforcement Torch Run’s (LETR) 5K Run/Walk on November 3 at State Farm Arena in Hidalgo.  Presented by deSanchez Day Spa & Salon, LETR 5K Run/Walk proceeds support nearly 3,000 local competitors.

Sign up today!  Early registration is $15 per person; registration after October 26 is $17 per person.  Registration on race day begins at 7:00 a.m.; the 5K starts at 8:00 a.m.  For more information or to learn about volunteer or sponsorship opportunities, contact Gloria Cruz (gcruz@sotx.org) or Lauro Garza (lgarza@sotx.org) at 956.630.3434.  

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 44,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities throughout the state.

About Special Olympics Texas
Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) is a privately funded non-profit organization that changes lives through the power of sport by encouraging and empowering people with intellectual disabilities, promoting acceptance for all, and fostering communities of understanding and respect.  SOTX provides continuing opportunities for more than 44,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities throughout the Lone Star State to realize their potential, develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy and friendship.  To learn more, visit www.specialolympicstexas.org or call 800.876.5646.  Engage with us on: Twitter @SOTexas; fb.com/SpecialOlympicsTX; youtube.com/specialolympicstexas.

Presenting Sponsor:
deSanchez Day Spa & Salon

Co-Sponsors:
Coca-Cola Refreshments, Food Town, H-E-B Tournament of Champions
Charitable Trust and the Law Enforcement Torch Run

Sponsors:
Harley Davidson-McAllen and San Benito