The LETR Guardian Award was created to recognize one outstanding Special Olympics Accredited Torch Run Program. To be considered for the Guardian Award, each Special Olympics Accredited Torch Run Program should exemplify the true meaning of the LETR mission and have responsibly guarded the Flame of Hope and all it represents.

In 2012, one LETR Program from each of the fifteen regions was recognised with a Guardian Award. As from 2013, one LETR Program will be selected from around the world.