PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL (April 11, 2012) – Each year, over 5,000 police officers from over 300 Florida agencies participate in the state-wide torch run to benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Florida. They carry the torch on a 1500-mile relay through 66 counties within the State of Florida ending up on May 18, 2012 at the Opening Ceremonies of the State Summer Games in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
The Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation is proud to be a supporter of the Palm Beach County portion of the Law Enforcement Torch Run. The run this year was held on April 11th in Lantana and traveled on Hypoluxo Road and Lawrence Road terminating at the Royal Palm School. The Royal Palm School is a Palm Beach County District Schools ESE (Exceptional Student Education) facility for students with significant/severe physical, emotional, cognitive communication and social deficits.
At the completion of the run, Officers and staff of the Palm Beach Gardens Police Department distributed 500 gifts to the Royal Palm School students. The gifts have been graciously donated by The Gardens Mall, Sports Authority and the Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation.
Individuals and businesses who wish to help sponsor similar upcoming events such as this should contact the Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation at (561) 799-4440 or via email at news@pbgpf.org
About the Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation
The Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation is a non-profit entity holding IRS 501(c)(3) status. Its mission is to secure private funding to enhance the safety of the community and the effectiveness of the Palm Beach Gardens Police Department. For more information visit www.pbgpolicefoundation.org