A Project of the Passing The Torch Initiative (PTI)
We are actively seeking OLY & PLY athletes (active and retired), City officials, and other Olympic & Paralympic inspired stakeholders to help relight the Spirit & Flames of the Games in their Host Cities and beyond ... because our role of in SPORT and PEACE does not end with the competitions.
OPC PROGRAM AT-A-GLANCE
STEP 1: Light a Flame
Step 3: Go the Extra Mile
Step 2: Make a Statement
Join a Host City Team as an individual or organization ... then help light a OPC Flame (real or proxy) on ‘Olympic Truce Day' (one week before Opening Ceremonies).
Step 2: Make a Statement
Step 3: Go the Extra Mile
Step 2: Make a Statement
Identify and work with other local stakeholders and Partners/PEACE Groups and stakeholders to share OPC Values (see OPC Proclamation/Shield below)
Step 3: Go the Extra Mile
Step 3: Go the Extra Mile
Step 3: Go the Extra Mile
Work with your Host City Team to help design and manage unique, fun Add-On Events & Activities ... based on local needs, interests, and resources.
OPC Local Stakeholders
You are Invited!
If You Are an Olympic-inspired Enthusiast of the Games - Join us and others in your Host City Team. The Spirit of the Games shouldn't end with the competitions. You can help keep it alive in the years and Games ahead!
OPC BASICS
OLY PLY Athlete Led
OLY PLY Athlete Led
OLY PLY Athlete Led
OLY PLY CITIES/OPC is an athlete-led project coordinated by the U.S.-based and globally-oriented Passing The Torch Initiative, a project of Empowerment Works*
• OPC is independent and decentralized as well as complementary and reinforcing of other Olympic & Paralympic events (such as the June 23 Olympic Day) and entities (such as the IOC, IPC, NOCs, OCOGs, WOA, WUOC, etc.).
• We welcome the participation and support from these and other local and global OLY/PLY stakeholders. [* A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; EIN: 31-179-6801]
• For more information, see ABOUT US tab or contact Charles Altekruse, OLY (OPC Project Manager) at caltekruse@caconsult.org and Mobile/WhatsApp +1 510-913-3669; Skype: caltekruse ... or ... Andras 'Andy' Toro, OLY at teamandytoro@gmail.com and Mobile/WhatsApp: +1 510-685-7330
Our Vision
OLY PLY Athlete Led
OLY PLY Athlete Led
Imagine all 63* Host Cities of the Olympic, Paralympic, & Youth Games relighting symbolic flames in a global, unified, and synchronized celebration on the eve of each new set of Games -- kicking off at LA 2028.
• To this add on-the-ground local events and programs developed with local PEACE partners promoting the core ideals and values of the Games (Peace through sport!) to youth and others.
• Then imagine the entire effort led by athletes and other inspired local officials and stakeholders working together to keep the Spirit of the Games alive, long after the competitions end and the Games move on.
• This is the essence of OLY PLY PEACE CITIES (OPC). [* as of 2026]
Our Mission & Goals
OLY PLY Athlete Led
Our Mission & Goals
Engage and empower Host City athletes and stakeholders.
• Create a brand-new Olympic & Paralympic tradition within the international movement promoting the essential PEACE mission of the Games
• Showcase each Host City’s unique traditions, experiences, and hallowed grounds -- uniting all Cities globally as enduring platforms of peace.
• OPC 2026/2027 GOALS:
1. Sign up 63 OPC Host Cities
2. Build 63 Host City Teams
3. Implement Steps 1 & 2 Above in all Cities
4. Identify feasible Add-On Programs
5. Identify possible PEACE Partners
6. Sign-up Global/Local Sponsors
OPC VALUES (Shield/Poster)
OPC PROCLAMATION
Host Cities of the Olympic, Paralympic, and Youth Games (c. 2026)
