Police officers raise money for Special Olympics Arkansas

ROGERS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Police officers from different stations collected donations for Special Olympics Arkansas at Topgolf in Rogers on Sept. 7.

The event, called “Tip-A-Cop,” pairs officers with Special Olympics athletes to raise money for the organization.

Events like this help cover costs for athletes, including equipment, jerseys and travel expenses, allowing them to compete without financial burdens.

“We want them to go to events and not have to worry about anything else,” Keeshia Deshields from Special Olympics Arkansas said. “This gives them the opportunity to go compete in things that they are amazing at, so we want to continue that.

To learn more about Special Olympics Arkansas, please visit www.specialolympicsarkansas.org .

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