The Hall of Fame and Unsung Hero Awards honor outstanding individuals who have significantly contributed to the Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics Virginia.
"From the beginning, Luke has always been an inspiration to others, engaging new academy recruits to run in the Torch Run, or taking a dip at the annual Polar Plunge."
"Never missing a year, she has faithfully run the local leg of her Torch Run, as well as the Final Leg in Richmond, and has never missed an opportunity to attend kick-off ceremonies, or jump in the ocean at the annual Polar Plunge in Virginia Beach."
"Peter has been active with the Torch Run and Special Olympics on the local, state and international level for over 20 years in Virginia and in other locations that he has lived and worked."
"The passion, love, and dedication for spreading the word about Special Olympics is plainly evident, as he loves interacting with the athletes and others from different parts of the region and state."