On Friday, May 29, 2026, the Cal State Fullerton Police Department will participate in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run to support the Special Olympics. They welcome your support and invite you to cheer them on as they carry the torch with the Flame of Hope throughout their route:

• Start: Intersection of State College Blvd. & Chapman Ave. at approximately 9 a.m.
• East on Gymnasium Dr.
• Through campus toward Commonwealth Ave. and Nutwood Ave.
• East on Nutwood Ave.
• South on Placentia Ave.
• East on Chapman Ave.
• End: On Chapman Ave. and Bradford Ave. at approximately 10 a.m.

*Start and end times may vary based on the pace of the runners.

This year, the department hopes to raise $7,500. Every donation, no matter the size, helps create opportunities, build confidence, and foster inclusion for these remarkable athletes.

“I look forward to participating in the Torch Run each year,” said Officer Brandon Marantz. “Working alongside amazing athletes is an incredibly rewarding experience. It is truly an honor to partner with our community and witness the joy and determination of the athletes. Being able to give back on a deeper level makes this experience especially meaningful.”

Every dollar raised by local law enforcement agencies directly supports Special Olympics of Southern California athletes by covering transportation, uniforms, equipment, and venue costs, so that sports are accessible to everyone, regardless of ability.

In 1981, in Wichita, Kansas, six officers raised $300 for the first Torch Run. Last year, the Southern California Law Enforcement Torch Run program raised $1.26 million with the help of over 3,000 officers across nearly 1,000 miles and through more than 200 communities. Since the first Torch Run, more than 100,000 officers around the nation and world have raised over $1 billion for the Special Olympics.

About Cal State Fullerton: The largest university in the CSU and the only campus in Orange County, Cal State Fullerton offers more than 100 academic degree programs and Division I athletics. Recognized as a national model for supporting student success, CSUF excels with innovative, high-impact educational practices, including faculty-student collaborative research, study abroad and competitive internships. CSUF is a top public university known for its success in supporting first-generation and underrepresented students and preparing all students to become leaders in the global marketplace. Our vibrant and diverse campus is a primary driver of workforce and economic development in the region. Visit fullerton.edu.