The Truck Convoy for Special Olympics is a national one-day celebration of the trucking industry, allied partners and law enforcement all working together to help raise money for Special Olympics Iowa.
Iowa’s law enforcement officers escort the Convoy from Veterans Parkway in West Des Moines (Highway 5, exit 101) and travel 20 miles to the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Special Olympics Iowa athletes and families, community organizations, companies and law enforcement agencies welcome the truckers as they enter the fairgrounds for lunch and a celebration with awards to recognize participating truckers for the support they give to Special Olympics.
2024 Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 21st
Location: Veterans Parkway (Highway 5, exit 101) in West Des Moines to the Iowa State Fairgrounds
Cost: $125 per truck
Registration: Click here to register online
Download the event brochure and event flyer. To pay by cash/check, fill out and mail in the registration form on the brochure.
Sponsor: We are always looking for event sponsors! Click here to learn more about our sponsorship levels.
Additional Details: Trucks welcome in the Convoy include semi-trucks, truck/trailer combinations, fire trucks, dump trucks, flat beds, buses, large tow trucks, large box trucks, etc. All trucks must be 10,000-pound GVW or larger. Hazardous materials or trucks with alcohol/tobacco names or logos are not permitted (bobtail ok).
Schedule of Events
8:30-10:00am Registration/Check-In
10:00am Mandatory drivers’ meeting
10:15am Live auction for lead truck spots
10:30am Convoy begins
12:00pm Ending celebration at the Iowa State Fairgrounds
For more information, contact:
Maddie Cory, LETR Director
515-986-5520
