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2007 International Torch Run Conference

The 2007 International Torch Run Conference was held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (USA), from 31 October - 3 November. At the annual conference, law enforcement officers and Special Olympics staff members from around the world celebrated another record-breaking fundraising year. It was announced at the conference that the Torch Run raised US$30 million in 2007, a true testimonial to the dedication and spirit of the law enforcement community for Special Olympics.

Also at the conference, members of the Torch Run community received the John Carion Memorial Unsung Hero Award and the Hall of Fame Awards. In addition, programs were recognized for their fundraising efforts. To see photos of the 2007 award winners and other conference events, please visit http://www.letrphotos.com/

 
For more information, contact Anna Berke, Law Enforcement Torch Run Specialist, at +1 (202) 824-0268 or aberke@specialolympics.org
 

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