Special Olympics Kansas

Garden City Torch Run
2026-08-26 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | 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

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.

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
