Law Enforcement Torch Run

Chelsea Financial Services Advisor Jim MacRunnels Surpasses $1M Raised for Special Olympics

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Friday, August 4, 2023
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Staten Island, NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Chelsea Financial Services celebrates Financial Advisor Jim MacRunnels and his wife Colleen who together have been the top fundraiser for Special Olympics in the State of Illinois multiple times in the past 20 years. The MacRunnels surpassed One Million Dollars raised during the past 11 years of their 20-year involvement with the Special Olympics via the LETR – Law Enforcement Torch Run. Chelsea Financial honors their Advisor Jim MacRunnels with a donation and publicity sponsorship for their August 20th Event: 'Pulling For Special Olympics Illinois Sporting Clay Shoot.'

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  • Financial Advisor Jim MacRunnels surpassed one million dollars raised during the past 11 years for the Special Olympics in Illinois.
  • Chelsea Financial honors their Advisor Jim MacRunnels with a donation and publicity sponsorship for their August 20th Event: 'Pulling For Special Olympics Illinois Sporting Clay Shoot.'
  • He joined Mike Jump's successful financial services group in May of 2023, where securities are offered through Chelsea Financial Services and Advisory Services are offered through Chelsea Advisory Services.
  • Please join Chelsea Financial Services in supporting Jim MacRunnels and the Special Olympics in the Sporting Clay Shoot on August 20th, 2023 by contacting Jim MacRunnels at [email protected] .

Chicken N Pickle to Raise Awareness & Fundraise for Local Special Olympics Programs at All Locations Across the U.S.

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken N Pickle and Special Olympics are teaming up to support local athletes at participating CNP locations.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken N Pickle and Special Olympics are teaming up to support local athletes at participating CNP locations.
  • On August 31st, 2023, all Chicken N Pickle locations will hold a Special Olympics Night featuring the inaugural "Torch Run Games."
  • Chicken N Pickle hosted Pickleball Training camps for Special Olympics at seven of their locations throughout July.
  • "Chicken N Pickle is proud to partner with the Special Olympics and its roster of athletes and coaches across the country," said Kim Blackman, Director of Community at Chicken N Pickle.

2022 Special Olympics USA Games Announces Florida Stops for the Multi-State, Two Week Law Enforcement Torch Run® Final Leg

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Thursday, May 26, 2022
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The LETR is made possible because of the shared excitement, dedication, and generous support of the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games partners.

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  • The LETR is made possible because of the shared excitement, dedication, and generous support of the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games partners.
  • The Final Leg tradition is for law enforcement officers, representing their state and Torch Run Program, to act as Guardians of the Flame and carry the Special Olympics Torch and the "Flame of Hope" to the Opening Ceremony of the Special Olympics USA Games.
  • The mission of the Final Leg is to create awareness and excitement for Special Olympics, support, and attendance of the USA Games, and involve, inspire, and motivate runners to increase their level of commitment to Special Olympics when they return to their local Programs.The Final Leg Team is comprised of law enforcement runners, Special Olympics athletes, and Logistics Team members from 49 states representing their Law Enforcement Torch Run and Special Olympics programs.
  • Final Leg runners were chosen for their dedication and commitment to the Law Enforcement Torch Run and Special Olympics by their respective Torch Run Programs throughout the country.

2022 Special Olympics USA Games Announces Tour Stops and Selected Athletes for First-Ever Multi-State Law Enforcement Torch Run®

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla., April 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games , presented by Jersey Mikes Subs, announced the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics will be a multi-city, two-week tour.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., April 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games , presented by Jersey Mikes Subs, announced the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics will be a multi-city, two-week tour.
  • "The 2022 Special Olympics USA Games are just a few short weeks away from kicking off in Orlando.
  • The Flame of Hope will then ignite a custom-made, never-before-seen cauldron during the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games Opening Ceremony.
  • For more information on the Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games, please contact Final Leg Committee Chairman and Team Captain John Newnan at [email protected] .

Special Olympics Georgia Prepares to Host State Fall Games

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021
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ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics Georgia (SOGA) is thrilled to host the 2021 State Fall Games on Friday, October 8th and Saturday October 9th at Freedom Park and other locations in Valdosta, Georgia.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics Georgia (SOGA) is thrilled to host the 2021 State Fall Games on Friday, October 8th and Saturday October 9th at Freedom Park and other locations in Valdosta, Georgia.
  • Special Olympics Georgia would like to thank our Premier State Sponsors: Publix, UPS, Marlow's Tavern, and Winter Construction for their dedicated support and loyalty to our athletes.
  • Special Olympics Georgia would also like to thank the Presenting Sponsors for the 2021 State Fall Games: Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) and O'Steen Subaru of Valdosta.
  • Without the dedication and support of these loyal sponsors the 2021 State Fall Games would not be possible.

Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge At Home for Special Olympics Illinois

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Monday, March 1, 2021
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You can register for the 2021 Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge At Home, or support a Plunger, at www.plungeillinois.com now through March 14.

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  • You can register for the 2021 Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge At Home, or support a Plunger, at www.plungeillinois.com now through March 14.
  • Tag Special Olympics Illinois on Facebook/Instagram: @specialolympicsillinois; Twitter: @so_illinois, and use the official Plunge hashtag: #beboldgetcold.
  • Special Olympics Illinois is not responsible for any injuries that occur while participating in the Plunge At Home option.
  • Thank you to the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois.

Special Olympics and Gallagher Announce Global Partnership to Help Scale Special Olympics Sports around the World

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Tuesday, March 3, 2020
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WASHINGTON, March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics and Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, have announced a partnership to help scale Special Olympics sports around the world.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics and Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, have announced a partnership to help scale Special Olympics sports around the world.
  • The multi-year partnership establishes Gallagher as a Platinum Partner of Special Olympics International.
  • Additional Gallagher sponsorship includes the World Winter Games, the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games, and support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run in select markets.
  • The partnership will directly support global Special Olympics events, year-round activation in regional markets, and ongoing blended learning approaches for coaches.

Special Olympics and Gallagher Announce Global Partnership to Help Scale Special Olympics Sports around the World

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Tuesday, March 3, 2020
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WASHINGTON, March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics and Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, have announced a partnership to help scale Special Olympics sports around the world.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics and Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, have announced a partnership to help scale Special Olympics sports around the world.
  • The multi-year partnership establishes Gallagher as a Platinum Partner of Special Olympics International.
  • Additional Gallagher sponsorship includes the World Winter Games, the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games, and support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run in select markets.
  • The partnership will directly support global Special Olympics events, year-round activation in regional markets, and ongoing blended learning approaches for coaches.

Special Olympics Georgia Hosts Eleventh Annual Polar Plunge

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Wednesday, February 19, 2020
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ATLANTA, Feb. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Plungers will bear the cold waters of Acworth Beach on February 22 to support the athletes of Special Olympics Georgia in the 11th annual Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge.

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  • ATLANTA, Feb. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Plungers will bear the cold waters of Acworth Beach on February 22 to support the athletes of Special Olympics Georgia in the 11th annual Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge.
  • This event is one of the coolest of the year, where participants raise money and plunge into the chilly waters of Acworth Beach.
  • Plungers bring the excitement to this event by dressing up in crazy costumes and celebrating the success of their fundraising in which all of the proceeds benefit Special Olympics Georgia.
  • Special Olympics Georgia would like to thank our sponsors: Publix, Hometown Foundation, St. Peter Chanel, Northside Hospital, The Georgia Law Enforcement Torch Run, Marietta Daily Journal, QuickTrip, United Capital, Yanmar, Waffle House, Governors Gun Club, Pizza Shack, Inwood Holdings, and WSB-TV.

Energy Transfer To Serve As Premier Special Olympics PA "Guardians Of The Flame" Torch Run Partner

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Thursday, May 9, 2019
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NORRISTOWN, Pa., May 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) today announced a three-year partnership that will recognize Energy Transfer as its Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Guardians of the Flame Premier Sponsor.

Key Points: 
  • NORRISTOWN, Pa., May 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) today announced a three-year partnership that will recognize Energy Transfer as its Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Guardians of the Flame Premier Sponsor.
  • Energy Transfer has also been named a Special Olympics Pennsylvania "Inclusion Revolution" Campaign Partner.
  • "We are incredibly proud to support Special Olympics Pennsylvania and to participate in these athletic competitions," said Chris Curia, Energy Transfer Executive Vice President.
  • This collaboration will not only benefit Special Olympics athletes, but the entire community in which Special Olympics Pennsylvania and Energy Transfer serves.