ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Flame of Hope passed through Rochester on Friday as it made its way across the state to raise awareness and money for the Special Olympics New York.

The torch traveled from Cobbs Hill to Parcel 5 starting around 11 a.m. The Rochester Police Department, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, and New York State Police took part. Law enforcement officers across the state have held the torch run for 32 years.

Special Olympics New York provides training, competition, and health screenings to more than 45,000 athletes. All programs are free. The organization also partners with 250 schools across the state for programs where students with and without disabilities compete as teammates.