| Adams/IGA | United Technologies Corporation | NBC 30 | Law Enforcement Torch Run Program | Guardian Life Insurance | Bob's Stores | Northeast Utilities System

Partner Sponsors

Adams Hometown Markets and IGA Hometown Supermarkets

Special Olympics Connecticut has had the privilege of partnering with Bozzuto's Inc., Adams Hometown Markets and IGA Hometown Supermarkets. Experiencing first hand, their "Hometown Proud" commitment to the community. Adams/IGA has again this year continued their strong commitment to SOCT including, supplying food for all our competitions and events, serving as Co-Title Sponsor of the Law Enforcement Torch Run and hosting the Dream Ride event which raises more than $100,000 annually for . We extend our sincerest thanks to all the dedicated employees of Adams and IGA supermarkets who donate to our organization throughout the year and Bozzuto's Inc for greatly impacting our organization.

United Technologies Corporation

United Technologies Corporation has been such a integral part of our organization for more than 32 years serving again as Title Sponsor of the Summer Games and Venue Sponsor of Athletics. UTC employees and retirees from Corporate Headquarters, Carrier, Hamilton Sundstrand, UTC Fuel Cells, Otis, Pratt &Whitney, Sikorsky and UTC Research Center donate uncountable hours to make sure our events occur without flaw. In addition, UTC and their employees continue to donate generously to SOCT each year. Special Olympics Connecticut would like to extend its most heartfelt appreciation to United Technologies Corporation for its unwavering dedication and friendship to our organization.

NBC 30

NBC 30 and Special Olympics Connecticut are proud to be Partners in a Caring Community. NBC 30 has committed countless hours of airtime in the form of live news reports, new packages and Public Service Announcements to Special Olympics Connecticut. NBC 30 on-air talent has also emceed numerous events and opening ceremonies throughout the years. NBC 30 continues to help spread the word about Special Olympics Connecticut across the state by featuring our athletes, coaches, volunteers, events and competitions. Thank you NBC 30 for your dedication and support!

Law Enforcement Torch Run Program (LETR)

As the single largest grass-roots fundraising and public awareness vehicle for Special Olympics, the men and women of law enforcement and corrections raise hundreds of thousands of dollars annually for the athletes of SOCT through Tip A Cop events at local restaurants, Cop On Top (building sits), merchandise sales, runner pledges, softball games and more. The LETR Program receives the highest level of media attention throughout the course of the year in the local communities across the state. As a result, the LETR Program affords ample opportunity for additional funding through corporate sponsorships at the local, regional and state levels.

Guardian Life Insurance Company of America

SOCT is happy to once again partner with Guardian. Guardian hosts the highest grossing golf event each year for the athletes of Special Olympics Connecticut. The Celebrity Golf Event is held in June and is chaired by New York Mets owner, Jeff Wilpon along with columnist, best selling author and ESPN contributor Mike Lupica. The event features players and coaches from the Mets along with other sports related celebrities. Guardian's support insures a first class event each and every year.

Bob's Stores

As co-sponsor of our CAS/Unified Sports Program, Bob's Stores and its employees volunteer countless hours assisting at school based events in association with the Connecticut Association of Schools. In addition, Bob's Stores conducts a number of in store campaigns for the athletes of Special Olympics. We thank the many employees for their continued time and dedication to our program.

Northeast Utilities System

Northeast Utilities System along with its Yankee Gas, Northeast Utilities Transmission and CL & P Divisions continue to serve as Title Sponsor of our Winter Games. Countless hours are spent by NU employee committee members in planning, staging and implementing the many elements needed to not only sponsor but host this event. In addition, employee volunteers host one the largest golf tournaments each year at Lake of Isles at Foxwoods. The golf event has expanded into a two day event and now includes the Susan Saint James Poker Tournament the evening before. Funds from these events have supported the Susan Saint James endowment for local programs as well as World and National Games representation by SOCT athletes.