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After a hiatus due to the pandemic, the Hawaii Police Department this week is sponsoring the 19th annual Cop on Top fundraiser for Special Olympics Hawaii with a three-day event at the Hilo and Kailua-Kona Walmart stores starting at 7 a.m. on Thursday and continuing until 3 p.m. Saturday.

For three straight days, law enforcement officers will spend their off-duty time perched on top a 15-foot scaffolding at the Walmart locations, eating, sleeping and raising awareness for Special Olympics Hawaii within the community.

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Donations collected from Cop on Top directly benefit Special Olympics Hawaii and its efforts to provide year-round sports programs for athletes, including opportunities to participate in regional and national competitions.

Since 2001, Cop on Top has raised more than $3.4 million for athletes statewide.

During this year’s event there will be giveaways, prizes and much more.

The Special Olympics Hawaii will also be giving away visors, caps, and T-shirts to those who donate.