Tallahassee Cops Host 47th Annual Torch Run for Special Olympics

Local law enforcement raise funds for Florida's Special Olympics chapter through annual charity event.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:09pm

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A stylized, pop art-inspired illustration featuring a repeating icon of a bright red Special Olympics torch against a background of bold, overlapping neon colors, conceptually representing the energy and community spirit of the charity fundraiser.The annual Torch Run event unites Tallahassee's law enforcement community in support of the Special Olympics.Tallahassee Today

Tallahassee law enforcement officers hosted the 47th annual Torch Run to raise money for Special Olympics Florida. The event featured officers carrying the Special Olympics torch through the streets of the state capital, with spectators cheering them on and donating to the cause.

Why it matters

The Torch Run is a longstanding tradition that helps generate crucial funding and awareness for the Special Olympics, which provides year-round sports training and athletic competitions for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. This community event brings together law enforcement and residents to support an important charitable organization.

The details

Hundreds of officers from the Tallahassee Police Department, Leon County Sheriff's Office, and other local law enforcement agencies participated in the Torch Run. They carried the Special Olympics torch through the streets, passing it off to each other in relay fashion. Spectators lined the route, cheering on the officers and donating money to Special Olympics Florida.

  • The 47th annual Torch Run took place on April 14, 2026.

The players

Tallahassee Police Department

The local police force that organized and participated in the Torch Run event.

Leon County Sheriff's Office

The county sheriff's department that also sent officers to take part in the Torch Run.

Special Olympics Florida

The state chapter of the national Special Olympics organization that benefits from the funds raised during the Torch Run.

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What they’re saying

“The Torch Run is a great way for our officers to connect with the community and support an amazing cause.”

— Chief Lawrence Revell, Tallahassee Police Department

The takeaway

The Tallahassee Torch Run demonstrates the strong partnership between local law enforcement and the Special Olympics, as officers volunteer their time and energy to raise funds that enable year-round sports programs and competitions for individuals with intellectual disabilities in the community.