Prairie Village PD Golf Tournament
2026-07-27 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, 21731 Clubhouse Dr, Spring Hill, KS, 66083, United States
Prairie Village PD Golf Tournament – Benefiting Special Olympics KansasDate: Monday, July 27, 2026Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocation: Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, 21731 Clubhouse Dr, Spring Hill, KS 66083Hosted by: Prairie Village Police Department & Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)
Hit the greens for a great cause at the Prairie Village PD Golf Tournament! Enjoy a full day of golf at the beautiful Sycamore Ridge Golf Club while supporting Special Olympics Kansas athletes.
This tournament brings together community members, businesses, and law enforcement for friendly competition and meaningful impact. Proceeds benefit programs that provide sports, health, and leadership opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Team registration available
Prizes and contests throughout the day
Lunch included

Gather your foursome and swing for inclusion!
For more information, contact Ryan Warren at warrenr@soks.org

2026 Manhattan Golf Tournament
2026-08-01 09:00 - 15:00 | Stagg Hill Golf Club, 4441 Stagg Hill Road, Manhattan, 66502, United States
Manhattan Golf TournamentAugust 1, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PMStagg Hill Golf Club | Manhattan, KS
Join us on the course for the Manhattan Golf Tournament, a fun and impactful day supporting Special Olympics Kansas athletes through the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR).
This 4-person scramble is open to golfers of all skill levels, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy a round of golf while giving back to a great cause. For $100 per golfer, participants will enjoy a full day of play, including lunch and beverages.
The tournament will also feature exciting on-course contests like Longest Drive and Closest to the Pin, along with raffles, prizes, and an awards lunch following play.
All proceeds from the event go directly toward supporting Special Olympics Kansas athletes—helping provide opportunities to train, compete, and succeed both on and off the field.
Gather your team, hit the greens, and make a difference!
Register here

Spirit Night at Newk's Eatery
2026-08-07 16:00 - 20:00 | Newk’s Eatery, 10310 E. 13th St. N, Suite 400, Wichita, 67206, United States
Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting Special Olympics Kansas at Spirit Night at Newk’s Eatery!
Join us on Friday, August 7, from 4:00–8:00 p.m. at Newk’s Eatery, located at 10310 E. 13th St. N, Suite 400, Wichita, KS 67206, for an evening of great food and giving back.
When you dine in or order during the event and mention Special Olympics Kansas, 15% of your purchase will be donated to Special Olympics Kansas. Plus, 100% of tips collected during the event will directly benefit Special Olympics Kansas and help provide year-round sports training, competitions, health programs, leadership opportunities, and inclusive experiences for athletes with intellectual disabilities across the state.
Bring your family, friends, and coworkers, enjoy a great meal, and help make a difference—one bite at a time.
We look forward to seeing you at Newk’s Eatery for an evening of food, community, and inclusion!

Wichita Police Department Golf Scramble
2026-08-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Sand Creek Station, 920 Meadowbrook Dr, Newton, KS, 67114, United States
Wichita Police Department Golf Scramble
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Sand Creek Station Golf Course
Grab your foursome and hit the course for the Wichita Police Department Golf Scramble, benefiting Special Olympics Kansas through the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR). This fun-filled day of golf brings together community members, law enforcement officers, and supporters to help provide year-round sports training, competitions, health programs, and leadership opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
The tournament features a 4-person scramble with a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start. Registration is $125 per golfer or $500 per team and includes tournament play, cart rental, lunch, beverages, golfer mulligans, raffle tickets, and entry into on-course contests.
Golfers can also compete in exciting contests throughout the day, including:

Longest Drive (Men)
Longest Drive (Women)
Closest to the Pin
Additional hole contests
Raffle prizes

Lunch and the awards presentation will take place immediately following play.
Whether you’re competing for the championship or simply enjoying a day on the course for a great cause, your participation helps create more opportunities for Special Olympics Kansas athletes across the state.
We look forward to seeing you on the course! Register here.

Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run & Trails and Treats
2026-08-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Golden Plains Credit Union, 1714 East Kansas Avenue, Garden City, United States
Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run & Trails and TreatsJoin us on August 26, 2026, for an evening of community fun and support at the Garden City Lemonade Battle, Torch Run, and Trails & Treats! Hosted at Golden Plains Credit Union, this unique event brings together families, athletes, law enforcement, and local businesses—all in celebration of inclusion and the mission of Special Olympics Kansas.
The festivities begin with the Lemonade Battle, where local groups and businesses compete for bragging rights and the title of Garden City’s Best Lemonade. Attendees can vote Red vs. Blue by donating to their favorite stand, with all proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Kansas.
Next, lace up for the Torch Run, a meaningful tradition where law enforcement officers and community members carry the Flame of Hope in a show of unity and support for SOKS athletes. This inspiring run highlights the heart of the Law Enforcement Torch Run movement.
The night concludes with Trails & Treats, a family-friendly walk where kids can trick-or-treat along the trail, meet first responders and athletes, and enjoy activities in a safe, welcoming environment.
It’s an evening full of flavor, fitness, and fun—perfect for all ages. Come out and be part of a community event that truly shines!
Vote Team Red
Vote Team Blue

Garden City Torch Run
2026-08-26 20:00 - 21:00 | Golden Plains Credit Union, 1714 East Kansas Avenue, Garden City, United States
Join Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) supporters, officers, athletes, and community members for the Torch Run – Garden City, an evening event celebrating inclusion and raising awareness for Special Olympics Kansas.
The run will begin at Golden Plains Credit Union, where participants will gather before taking to the streets for a community Torch Run route. Runners will travel together through Garden City, finishing at Garden City Community College.
This LETR event is more than a run—it’s a movement that brings law enforcement and community members together in support of Special Olympics athletes across Kansas. Participants help spread awareness, celebrate unity, and raise critical funds that support year-round sports training and competition opportunities.
Whether you’re running alongside officers, cheering from the route, or supporting in spirit, the Torch Run – Garden City is a powerful way to show your commitment to inclusion and community impact.
Event Details:Start: Golden Plains Credit UnionTime: 8:00–9:00 PM

Cops at Donut Shops
2026-09-03 07:00 - 10:00
Start your morning with coffee, donuts, and a great cause at Cops at Donut Shops! Join Special Olympics Kansas athletes and members of the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) at participating standalone Dunkin’ locations across Kansas on Thursday, September 3, from 7:00–10:00 a.m.
During this annual fundraiser, law enforcement officers and Special Olympics Kansas athletes will be on-site collecting freewill donations to support thousands of athletes across the state. Every dollar raised helps provide year-round sports training, competitions, health programs, leadership opportunities, and inclusive experiences for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Stop by your local standalone Dunkin’ location, enjoy your favorite coffee and donuts, meet local law enforcement officers and Special Olympics Kansas athletes, and help make a difference in your community.
Together, we can fuel inclusion!

Unified Fore Joy Topgolf ProAm
2026-09-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Topgolf Overland Park, 10611 Nall Ave, Overland Park, United States
Swing fore a cause!

The Unified Fore Joy ProAm is an inclusive golf tournament organized by Special Olympics and Topgolf. Held annually, it brings together individuals of all abilities to support Special Olympics. Registration includes competiton against others across the world in Topgolf’s TopContender game while raising funds for Special Olympics Kansas!
Law Enforcement Torch Run® (LETR), Schools, Corporations and Unified partners can all have friendly competition at a local level as well as an international level at the Special Olympics Topgolf ProAm!
Event Details

Team Consists of 6 Players: 5 paid participants + 1 Special Olympics Kansas athlete. 1 Team per bay. NO age limit. * SOKS will recruit our athletes for each team, unless there is an athlete that you want on your team.

Sep 18, 2026

1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Overland Park and Wichita Topgolf locations
10611 Nall Ave, Overland Park, KS 66207 / 2976 N Greenwich Rd, Wichita, KS 67226, KS, US
Schedule

1:00-1:30pm | Registration, Lunch, and Warm-up
1:30-2:40pm | TopContender Round 1
2:40-3:30pm | TopContender Round 2
3:30-4:00pm | Wrap Up and Awards
Your ticket includes…

Food and Beverage (non-alcoholic)
2 Drink Tickets
3 Hours of Topgolf
Attendee Gift Bag

Plus: Local and Global Awards, Raffle, Silent Auction
Become a sponsor or play in the ProAm!

Heroes Pull – Shawnee
2026-09-20 11:00 - 14:30 | Old Shawnee Town Hall, 11600 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS, 66203, United States
Heroes Pull – ShawneeDate: September 20, 2026Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Location: Shawnee Town 1929, 11600 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS 66203Contact: Ryan Warren
Get ready to test your strength for a great cause at the Heroes Pull in Shawnee! Teams will compete to pull two massive public safety vehicles—a Lenco Bear armored vehicle and a fire truck—each weighing around 30,000 lbs. Teams pull each vehicle individually for time, and the combined times determine the winners.
For an extra challenge, teams can participate in an optional third pull, where the goal is to use the fewest number of people for the fastest time.
The Heroes Pull is part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run campaign to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Kansas, helping athletes across the state compete, grow, and thrive.
Form a team, bring your strength, and be part of a day that celebrates courage, community, and fun. Pledge and registration info coming soon!

Dodge City Kenworth Car Show & Truck Convoy for Special Olympics Kansas
2026-10-10 16:00 - 20:00 | Dodge City Kenworth, 2830 East Trail Street, Dodge City, 67801, United States
Dodge City Kenworth Car Show & Truck Convoy for Special Olympics Kansas
Rev your engines and support a great cause at the Dodge City Kenworth Car Show & Truck Convoy for Special Olympics Kansas on Saturday, October 10, 2026. This one-of-a-kind fundraising event brings together truck drivers, car enthusiasts, athletes, and community members for an evening of horsepower, community spirit, and inclusion.
Hosted at Dodge City Kenworth, participants will showcase their vehicles in the car show before joining a special Truck Convoy benefiting Special Olympics Kansas. One of the most memorable parts of the event is the opportunity for participating convoy drivers to be paired with a Special Olympics Kansas athlete, giving athletes the chance to ride along and experience the excitement firsthand.
Whether you’re entering a truck, showing off your favorite car, or attending as a spectator, every mile driven and every dollar raised helps provide year-round sports training, health programs, leadership opportunities, and competitions for athletes with intellectual disabilities across Kansas.
Event Details

Event: Dodge City Kenworth Car Show & Truck Convoy for Special Olympics Kansas
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Dodge City Kenworth, 2830 East Trail Street, Dodge City, KS
Benefiting: Special Olympics Kansas
Hosted By: Kansas Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics Kansas

Registration
Registration is $130 per vehicle and includes:

Official event T-shirt
Dinner
Entry into the car show
Participation in the Truck Convoy
The opportunity to host a Special Olympics Kansas athlete as a convoy passenger

Registration and fundraising links will be available soon.
Why Participate?
The Dodge City Kenworth Car Show & Truck Convoy is more than a vehicle event—it’s a chance to make a lasting impact. Every registration helps create opportunities for Special Olympics Kansas athletes to compete, lead, and thrive while bringing together the trucking industry, automotive enthusiasts, law enforcement, and local communities in support of inclusion.
Whether you’re driving a semi, displaying a classic car, or cheering from the sidelines, you’ll be helping build a more inclusive Kansas—one mile at a time.

Sip, Shop, & Inclusion
2026-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Bicknell Family Center For Arts, 1711 S Homer St, Pittsburg, 66762, United States
Tickets go on sale September 1, 2026, at 7:00 PM CST. Set your reminder—this event has sold out every year!

Join us for Sip, Shop & Inclusion, a one-of-a-kind evening where fashion meets purpose and inclusion takes center stage—all in support of the Special Olympics Kansas Southeast Region.
On Thursday, November 19, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., gather at the Bicknell Family Center for the Arts (1711 S. Homer St., Pittsburg, KS 66762) for a unique fundraising event that celebrates local businesses and the incredible athletes of Special Olympics Kansas.
The evening begins with a boutique shopping experience featuring local vendors and businesses, giving you the opportunity to discover unique products while supporting your community. Then, enjoy an inspiring fashion show as Special Olympics Kansas athletes take the runway, proudly modeling clothing, accessories, and products from participating local businesses. More than a fashion show, it’s a celebration of confidence, ability, and the power of inclusion.
Guests will enjoy shopping, refreshments, entertainment, and an unforgettable evening while helping support more than 1,000 Special Olympics Kansas athletes across Southeast Kansas. Every ticket purchased and every vendor partnership helps fund year-round sports training, competitions, health and leadership programs, and inclusive opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Whether you’re looking to shop local, celebrate inclusion, or make a difference, Sip, Shop & Inclusion is an event you won’t want to miss. Join us for an evening that showcases the strength of our athletes, the generosity of our community, and the impact we can make together.

The Victory Gala
2026-11-21 17:00 - 23:00 | Embassy Suites & Olathe Conference Center, 10401 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, 66061, United States
The Victory Gala | Special Olympics Kansas
Celebrate a night of inspiration, impact, and inclusion at The Victory Gala, Special Olympics Kansas’ premier fundraising event, on Saturday, November 21, 2026. Hosted at the Embassy Suites in Olathe, this unforgettable evening brings together community leaders, athletes, supporters, and partners to celebrate the achievements of Special Olympics Kansas athletes while raising critical funds to support year-round programs across the state.
The Victory Gala is more than a fundraising event—it’s a celebration of courage, determination, and the life-changing power of sports. Guests will enjoy an elegant evening featuring inspiring athlete stories, dinner, entertainment, exciting auction opportunities, and the chance to make a lasting difference for thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities throughout Kansas.
Every dollar raised helps Special Olympics Kansas provide free sports training, athletic competitions, health services, leadership opportunities, and inclusive programming that empower athletes to reach their full potential.
Event Details

Event: The Victory Gala
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Location: Embassy Suites, Olathe, Kansas
Hosted By: Special Olympics Kansas

Whether you’re attending with friends, sponsoring the event, or supporting the mission through a donation, your participation helps create more opportunities for athletes to compete, grow, and thrive.
Join us for an evening where every victory is celebrated—on and off the field of play.
Why Attend The Victory Gala?
The Victory Gala is one of Special Olympics Kansas’ signature annual fundraising events, bringing together passionate supporters who believe in creating a more inclusive world. Funds raised during the gala directly support:

Year-round sports training and competitions
Unified Sports® programs
Athlete leadership opportunities
Inclusive schools initiatives
Health and wellness programming
Outreach to athletes and families across Kansas

Together, we can continue opening doors for athletes with intellectual disabilities and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to experience the joy of sport and the power of inclusion.
More info: https://soks.org/victory-gala/
Tickets: https://soks.betterworld.org/events/victory-gala-2026
