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Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run Flame of Hope Run

Sat September 27, 2025 Grand Rapids, MI 49534 US Directions

Events

Special Olympics Flame of Hope Run 5k

Time: 9:00AM EDT 11:30AM EDT

Special Olympics Flame of Hope 1 Mile Fun Run

Time: 9:00AM EDT 11:30AM EDT

Touch a Truck Event

Time: 11:30AM EDT 1:30PM EDT

Place

1415 Maynard Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI US 49534

Description

The 2025 Kent County Flame of Hope is happening on September 27th. Registration will start at 9:00 am and race time at 10:00 am.

The event will take place at Millennium Park and is a timed 5K race/walk with a 1 mile fun run. Registration will include a shirt and medal. We also have a dog registration where your dog can get a LETR bandana.

Awards will be given to winners based on age. 

On site will be a Touch a Truck event. Where you can see Kent County Sheriff's Office, Grandville PD, Wallker PD and DPW's trucks, patrol cars, fire trucks, specialty units - like dogs, the tac team, drone team and more!  Donations will be accepted.

No matter how you participate, you’re helping to spread awareness and bring hope to the athletes of Special Olympics Michigan

Make sure to tag us on social media, and use hashtags so we can find your photos! #run2includeMI #GratitudeInAction #MITorchRun

 

Race Contact Info

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Race T-Shirts

Age Groups & Awards

Age Groups:

0-16
17-26
27-36
37-46
47-56
57-66
67+

Top 3 finishers will receive a prize.

Incentives Levels

The more you raise for the run the more incentives you get!!!

Medals

Here is the Flame of Hope Medal you will receive! 

Map of Course

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PDF

Directions

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