Michigan Law Enforcement Kicks Off “Flame of Hope Week” to Raise Funds and Awareness for Special Olympics Athletes
Law enforcement officers across Michigan are trading their badges for running shoes and community service during Flame of Hope Week, an annual celebration organized by the Michigan Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) to benefit Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI).
Taking place September 6–12, 2025, Flame of Hope Week brings together officers, athletes, and supporters statewide through a series of community runs, fundraising events, and outreach efforts — all to support more than 22,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities who compete in Special Olympics Michigan programs year-round.
Champions Take the Field: Special Olympics Michigan & Detroit Tigers to Host State Softball Tournament in Canton
Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) has teamed up with the Detroit Tigers and Gallagher for the annual State Softball Tournament at the Canton Sports Center.
This inspiring, day-long event, scheduled for Friday, August 22, will bring together hundreds of athletes and coaches on 39 teams from across Michigan to compete, connect, and celebrate the spirit of inclusion through the game of softball.
Special Olympics Michigan Women’s Unified Teams Take Gold & Bronze at National 3x3 Basketball Tournament
Special Olympics Michigan’s (SOMI) Unified women’s basketball teams made history in Indianapolis last week, capturing both the championship and bronze titles at the first-ever Special Olympics North America (SONA) Women’s 3x3 Basketball Tournament.
“I really felt blessed to be able to represent Michigan. It was an awesome week, one of the best of my life,” said Rose Berglund, a Kalamazoo-based SOMI athlete. “I loved getting close with both teams and being able to root and support each other.”
What We Do
Special Olympics Michigan provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Athletes develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy while participating in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship among their families, Special Olympics athletes and the community. The athletes achieve their dreams with the support of caring volunteers, coaches, family members and staff. Donations from Michigan citizens and businesses provide funding for the program.
- 23,807 Participants
- 24 Sports
- 2,954 Active Certified Coaches
- 23,216 Volunteers
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