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H PEThe Official Publication of Concerns of Police Survivors

for Survivors, Agencies and Supporters

Winter 2016

Season’s greetings!

Sit down and take your time with our newsletter. In addition to talking about events, we’ve packed it with tips to help you navigate the holidays, recaps of this past year, celebrations, capital campaign update, and a host of other important information.

C.O.P.S. recently concluded our sophomore National Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness and Trauma. Attendees came from all over the United States, plus Canada and Jamaica! Several people returned following the successful initial 2015 conference, stating that they got so much useful information and needed more to bring back to their departments. C.O.P.S is proud to offer such a necessary and useful conference!

Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.) is around the corner on January 9, 2017. L.E.A.D was initiated in 2015 as a nation-wide demonstration of support for law enforcement and the difficult jobs we ask them to do. Think of ways to show your support for our LEOs, and share your ideas with C.O.P.S.!

Whether this is your first or 60th holiday season without your beloved law enforcement officer, below are a few grief journey points to take into consideration.

• Acknowledge that this season may be painful and allow time for your feelings. Please don’t pretend you’re ‘fine’, when inside you are depressed that your loved one is no longer here.

• Do what is comfortable for you at this time of year. Don’t feel compelled to observe the same traditions as before, if you sense that a change might be better.

• Ask for and accept help. Many times, people want to help you, but don’t know how. Be specific in what you need or don’t need.

• Volunteer to help others. There is no rule that says you must continue to host a holiday dinner complete with all of the trimmings. If you and your family want to help out at a homeless shelter instead, give yourself permission to do so.

• Grieving is not a series of linear steps – the process is a roller coaster, doubling back and crossing paths already taken, and feelings you’ve already had. Take care of yourself.

• Other survivors, and National C.O.P.S., can be tremendous sources of support. There are many publications, websites, social media pages, and support groups available to you – reach out!

I was eight years old when my dad died, and C.O.P.S. was not yet formed. Having experienced ‘I have to do this by myself’, and witnessed ‘We are here to help as best we can’, I can tell you I prefer the latter. C.O.P.S. is so much more than a building in Camdenton, Missouri. It’s a spirit of generosity and help for heartbroken survivors. As the holiday season approaches, please know that C.O.P.S. members across the nation are available to you – a call, text, IM, etc., away. Please do not grieve in silence.

Have a safe and blessed holiday season!

The President’s Message

2 ~ Concerns of Police Survivors

Brenda DonnerC.O.P.S. National President

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The 2016-2017 National Board invites members of C.O.P.S. to attend its next meeting to be held May 11, 2017, at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center in Alexandria, VA, during National Police Week.

If you wish to speak on a topic, you must submit your request in writing two weeks before the meeting to National President, Brenda Donner, [email protected], and C.O.P.S. Executive Director, Dianne Bernhard, [email protected].

Concerns of Police Survivors National Board Members

National PresidentBrenda Donner AC/66 - (206) 915-64377352 36th Avenue SWSeattle, WA [email protected]

Immediate Past PresidentMadeline NeumannW/89 - (609) 625-1024PO Box 504Mays Landing, NJ [email protected]

Northeast Region TrusteeCT, ME, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI,VTHappy SnodgrassSO/05 - (951) 526-9617PO Box 936East Wareham, MA [email protected]

Atlantic Region TrusteeDE, MD, NC, SC, VA, D.C.Hector DittamoF/10 - (703) 491-55852605 Deepford Dr.Woodbridge, VA [email protected]

Southeast Region TrusteeFL, GA, Puerto Rico & US Virgin IslandsPete Geary CW/90 - (954) 914-498410224 Bermuda Dr.Cooper City, FL [email protected]

Midwest Region TrusteeIL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WVNancee HetrickCW/05 - (765) 427-40972502 Main StreetLafayette, IN [email protected]

Central Plains Region TrusteeIA, KS, MO, MN, NE, ND, SD, WIToyia BullaAC/81 - (316) 734-27495570 S. Gold St., Apt. 300Wichita, KS [email protected]

South Central TrusteeAR, AL, LA, MS, OK, TNPatricia CarruthM/03 - (318) 308-2850 215 Highway 484Natchez, LA [email protected]

Western Region TrusteeCO, NM, TXCheryl SchultzW/02 - (505) 920-073328A Avenida de MolinoEspanola, NM [email protected]

Northwest Region TrusteeAK, ID, OR, MT, WA, WYLaurie HuckebaW/97 - (907) 632-3795PO Box 230772Anchorage, AK [email protected]

Southwest Region TrusteeAZ, CA, HI, NV, UT & Mariana IslandsJimmy HowellCW/09 - (559) 772-23441164 West Northstar Dr.Hanford, CA [email protected]

Executive DirectorNon Voting Board MemberDianne BernhardPO Box 3199Camdenton, MO 65020(573) [email protected]

National Chapter LiaisonNon Voting Board MemberTami McMillanS/06 - (650) 255-5721778 Rustic LaneMountain View, CA [email protected]

Executive Director EmeritusNon Voting Board MemberSuzie SawyerPO Box 3199Camdenton, MO [email protected]


Winter 2016 VOL. 30, NO. 4

In This Issue

On The Cover

Submission InformationConcerns of Police Survivors welcomes the submission of articles, trial updates, survivor news and memorials. Please know that not all submissions will be published but all will be considered and checked for accuracy. Inclusion of news articles or court documents makes the process much easier for C.O.P.S. When sending photos, please make sure they are high resolution (600KB or higher) or the original files. All submissions can be e-mailed to [email protected] with subject line “Newsletter Submission.”

Mission StatementRebuilding shattered lives of survivors and co-workers affected by line-of-

duty deaths through partnerships with law enforcement and the community.

Survivors can seek comfort from C.O.P.S. while awaiting a decision from the following determining agencies: The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB) Program, National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial (NLEOMF) or Fraternal Order of Police (FOP).

Information for Our ReadersThroughout C.O.P.S. publications, you will find codes that tell how a person is related to an officer who has died in the line of duty. If you are not familiar with these codes, here is a key for you:

W=Spouse; AC=Adult Child; C= Child; S=Sibling; M=Mother; F=Father; CW= Co-Worker; SM= Step-Mother; SF= Step-Father; SC=Step-Child; GM=Grandmother; GF=Grandfather; GC=Grandchild; FS=Former Spouse; FN=Fiancé; SO=Significant Other; F-IL=Father In-Law; M-IL=Mother In-Law; D-IL=Daughter In-Law; SN-IL=Son In-Law; SS-IL=Sister In-Law; B-IL=Brother In-Law; U=Uncle; A=Aunt; NC=Niece; NP=Nephew; CS=Cousin; FR=Friend

The Official Publication of Concerns of Police Survivors for Survivors, Agencies and Supporters.P.O. Box 3199 - 846 Old South 5 - Camdenton, MO 65020 - Phone: 573-346-4911 - concernsofpolicesurvivors.org

Columns & Features2 President’s Message4 National Board Members6-7 Chapter Contacts8-10 News of Note11 “When the Holidays Aren’t So Jolly”12 Project Blue Light14-15 Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 16-18 Hands-On Program Recap19-21 NPW 2017 Information

22 Survivors Making a Difference26 National Board Updates28 Survivor Spotlight33-36 Capital Campaign37 Kids Helping Kids

Fundraising at its Best38 Major Donors and Chapter Donations39 COPS WALK Southwest

Missouri State Trooper Jake Sellars holds his newborn daughter, Nora. See page 8 for the story behind this photo. Photographer: Donna Groves Photography.


H PEC.O.P.S. National Office

Executive Director Dianne Bernhard

Director of Operations Shelley Jones

Director of Programs Erin Barnett

Director of Chapter and Survivor SupportLaurie Putnam

Director of Public Relations Sara Slone

Director of Development Lauren Crisman

Financial Manager Lynn Kuse

IT Specialist Robby Robinson

Multi Media Specialist Blake Haynes

Outreach SpecialistSpree Hilliard

Development Coordinator Lori Matthes

Training Coordinator Rachel Byler

Chapter and Survivor Support CoordinatorKathy Reed

Executive Assistant (Part-time)Missy Cottle

Outreach and Programs Assistant (Part-time)Claire Perkins


To enable the C.O.P.S. organization to provide peer support close to home, 52 C.O.P.S. chapters are function-ing and others are in the process of organizing. Below are state or regional chapters that are here to help you through the difficult times:

Alaska C.O.P.S.Wendi Shackelford, [email protected](907) 632-3619

Alabama C.O.P.S.Cindy Hatcher-Warren, [email protected](251) 604-0602

Arkansas C.O.P.S.Mary Carmikle, [email protected](501) 206-8689

Arizona C.O.P.S.Marie Dryer-Kircher, [email protected]://www.arizonacops.org(602) 228-0643

CaliforniaCentral CAL C.O.P.S.Jimmy Howell, [email protected](559) 772-2344

Northern CAL C.O.P.S.Susan Moody, [email protected]://www.norcalcops.org(707) 372-1604

Southern CAL C.O.P.S.Nohema Cortez, [email protected]://www.socalcops.org(951) 743-7616

Colorado C.O.P.S.Donald Enloe, [email protected]://www.coloradocops.org(303) 915-8248

ConnecticutSee New England C.O.P.S.

DC C.O.P.S.Tony Hughes, [email protected]://www.dc-cops.org(315) 244-0361

Delaware C.O.P.S.Eleanor Allione, [email protected]://www.delawarecops.org(302) 388-2657

FloridaNorthwest FL C.O.P.S.Joey Forgione, [email protected](850) 685-6084

Central FL C.O.P.S.Mary Huggins, [email protected]://www.centralfloridacops.org(321) 436-8500

West Central FL C.O.P.S.Cindy Roberts, [email protected]://www.wcfcops.org(813) 713-1756

Northeast FL C.O.P.S.Charles Shinholser, [email protected](904) 771-1827

South FL C.O.P.S.Debbie Geary, [email protected]://www.soflocops.com(954) 433-5388

Georgia C.O.P.S.Roger Parker, [email protected]://www.gacops.org(770) 354-8771

Iowa C.O.P.S.Toni Galetich-Christofferson, [email protected]://www.iowacops.org(515) 422-6252

Idaho C.O.P.S.Eric Anderson, [email protected](304) 261-3911

Illinois C.O.P.S.Terry Roderick, [email protected]://www.ilcops.org(217) 306-4691

Indiana C.O.P.S.Nancee Hetrick, [email protected]://www.indianacops.org(765) 427-4097

Kansas C.O.P.S.Linda Bohlender, [email protected]://www.kscops.org(785) 213-6463

Kentucky C.O.P.S.Brandy Durman, [email protected]://www.copskentucky.org/(859) 230-0986

Louisiana C.O.P.S.Kim Stuckey, [email protected]://www.la-cops.org(225) 933-5191

MaineSee New England C.O.P.S.

Maryland C.O.P.S.Sue Nickerson, [email protected]://www.mdcops.org(410) 348-5653

MassachusettsSee New England C.O.P.S.

Michigan C.O.P.S.Denise Scarbrough, [email protected]://www.mi-cops.org(734) 934-2779

Minnesota C.O.P.S.Donna Wilken, [email protected]://www.mncops.org(651) 459-5434

Concerns of Police Survivors Chapters and Contacts

6 ~ Concerns of Police Survivors concernsofpolicesurvivors.org

One of the most important work C.O.P.S. does is to help survivors apply for or check on the status of their benefits through the Public Safety Officers’ Benefits Program, as well as other available benefits. If you need assistance with your benefits, please contact Laurie Putnam, Director of Chapter & Survivor Support, at (573) 346-4911.

HawaiiNebraska

North DakotaSouth DakotaWest Virginia

Wyoming

Missouri C.O.P.S.Wendy Viers, [email protected](816) 645-9242

Montana C.O.P.S.Joyce Kramer, [email protected]://www.montanacops.org(406) 855-8223

New England C.O.P.S.Kim McCarthy, [email protected]://www.newenglandcops.org(774) 306-2458

New JerseyNJSP Survivors of the Triangle C.O.P.S.Michelle Carroll, [email protected]://www.survivorsofthetriangle.org(732) 208-2611

Garden State C.O.P.S.Lisa Preslar, [email protected]://www.gardenstatecops.com(732) 330-8111

New Mexico C.O.P.S.Yolanda Cline, [email protected]://www.newmexicocops.org(575) 512-6685

NevadaNorthern Nevada C.O.P.S.Jennifer Grant-Blount, [email protected](209) 743-2812

Southern Nevada C.O.P.S.Stanley Jerlecki, [email protected](702) 875-3359

New HampshireSee New England C.O.P.S.

New YorkGenesee Valley C.O.P.S.Ellen Guerdat, [email protected]://www.geneseevalleycops.org(585) 957-3878

Western NY C.O.P.S.Jeanette Shields, [email protected]://www.wnycops.org(716) 684-7028

Metro NY C.O.P.S.Eileen Rafferty, [email protected](631) 365-1110

North Carolina C.O.P.S.Wanda Rhyne, [email protected]://www.nccops.com(910) 315-8150

Ohio C.O.P.S.Grace Leon, [email protected]://www.ohiocops.org(216) 401-7109

Oklahoma C.O.P.S.Susan Green, [email protected]://www.okcops.org(918) 857-9603

Oregon C.O.P.S.Jim Whitehead, [email protected]://www.oregonpolicesurvivors.org(503) 465-8082

Pennsylvania C.O.P.S.Kim Weigand, [email protected]://www.centralpacops.org(717) 259-6622

Rhode IslandSee New England C.O.P.S.

South Carolina C.O.P.S.Lois Rao, [email protected]://www.carolinacops.org(803) 320-2252

TennesseeMiddle and Eastern TN C.O.P.S.Trish Mundy, [email protected](615) 364-9094

West TN C.O.P.S.Andrea Woods, [email protected](901) 412-5782

TexasSouth Texas C.O.P.S.Gilda Garza, [email protected](210) 325-7386

Metroplex TX C.O.P.S.Ashlee Hardy, [email protected]://www.metroplexcops.org(214) 202-0809

Greater Houston TX C.O.P.S.Carol Lane, [email protected]://www.greaterhoustoncops.org(713) 410-9068

Utah C.O.P.S.Laretta Beesley, [email protected](801) 825-6354

VermontSee New England C.O.P.S.

Virginia C.O.P.S.Sandi Sisco-Todaro, [email protected]://www.vacops.org(540) 220-2955

Washington State C.O.P.S.Ernie Barber, [email protected]://www.wastatecops.org(425) 522-2677

Wisconsin C.O.P.S.Denise Held, [email protected](414) 416-5999

States without an active chapter:


Have an announcement or story idea for the newsletter? Send your news to Sara Slone, Director of Public Relations, at [email protected].

Concerns of Police Survivors Chapters and Contacts


States in the process of forming a chapter:

Mississippi


ews of NoteNMuch like Telena Sellar’s own dad, when her husband Jake walks through the door, he is first and foremost a husband and father. The uniform he puts on every day is his job. It is not who he is. The world sees the man in the uniform without thinking of the wife and three young children he has at home patiently and anxiously waiting for him to come home.

Telena says “Every day we see on the news about an officer gunned down simply because of the uniform he put on at the beginning of his shift. After one news report, my 1st grader said, ‘Mommy why did they kill him? I’m really sad for his family and kids. But I’m glad that wasn’t daddy.’ All I could say was, ‘Me too, sis.’”

Telena Sellars is the surviving daughter of Missouri State Trooper Donald Floyd, EOW 9/22/2005. Her daughter Nora (pictured) is the surviving grandaughter of Trooper Floyd.

Congratulations to Chief Inspector Gary Berryhill of the United States Marshals Service. Chief Berryhill will retire on December 15, 2016, after 25 years of service in Federal Law Enforcement. He became a surviving co-worker in 1995 when he lost several of his co-workers in the Oklahoma City Bombing. In 2009, he began serving at National Police Week with Support Services. He remains involved with C.O.P.S. at the local level where he serves on the board of trustees with the Oklahoma C.O.P.S. chapter.

The I-355 interchange near Itasca (IL) has been dedicated to honor Illinois State Trooper John Kugelman, who was killed in the line-of-duty while attempting to assist in a high-speed chase on November 10, 1986. On the 30th anniversary of his EOW, state police honored the memory of 27-year-old Kugelman, who had been with the department for just three years at the time of his death.

Congratulations to Tami McMillan who has been hired as the National Chapter Liaison for the C.O.P.S. National Board. Tami served on the National Board as the Western Region Trustee from 2013-2016. She is the surviving sister of East Palo Alto (CA) Officer Rich May, EOW 1/7/2006.

Congratulations to Christopher and Stephanie Hontz, who welcomed their first child, Caiden Thomas, on August 31, 2016. Christopher is the oldest son of Scottsdale (AZ) Police Sergeant Thomas Hontz, EOW 2/20/2002. Congratulations to the entire Hontz family!



Some adorable pictures have been sent to us to show children dressing up as their heroes for Halloween! Halloween was a little less scary this year with these little officers patrolling the streets. On the left, Thomas (age one), protected all the trick-or-treaters at the Boo Bash Children’s Halloween Party in Okoboji, Iowa. Thomas’ mother served in law enforcement for 11 years.

The picture to the right is of Miss McKenna of Marion, Ohio, who is dressed up as K-9 Officer Six, who was named in honor of Marion County (OH) Deputy Sheriff Brandy Winfield, EOW 10/14/2004. McKenna’s father is the handler for Six. She is also the surviving granddaughter of Ottawa County (OH) Deputy Bruce Mettler, EOW 12/9/1983.

The 2016 ornament was inspired by surviving child, Raigen Brooks,daughter of Corporal Courtney Brooks, EOW 1/1/2008, of MarylandTransportation Authority Police Department. Raigen’s father died when she was only three years old. She attends Kids Camp with her mother and brother each year. When asked about her inspiration for the ornament, she said, “At Kids Camp I am free to be myself and can always express my feelings without being made fun of - just supported!” We hope that you find this ornament pleasing and comforting during this holiday season and many more. National C.O.P.S. hopes you will consider donating $100 to receive an ornament. It provides a space for engraving your officer’s name and EOW so it can become a “keepsake” that is included on your tree every Christmas. You have a choice of having the ornament placed on the Christmas tree at the National Office and then mailed to you after the holidays. We can not guarantee delivery by Christmas Day if the ornament is purchased after December 10, 2016.

Order your ornament today by calling the Development Office at 573-346-4911 or visiting us online at nationalcops.org!



In MeMorIaM

©2016 The C.O.P.S. Newsletter is a publication distributed free to approximately 45,000 readers. All content in each issue of the C.O.P.S. Newsletter is copyrighted and no part of the publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without written permission from the publisher or author. The C.O.P.S. Newsletter is an independent publication which does not represent or receive endorsement from, nor is sponsored by, any law enforcement agency, police organization, or social association.

Fred I. Haddad, 77, of Port Huron (MI) died October 16, 2016. Fred is the surviving father-in-law of Cincinnati (OH) Police Officer Daniel Pope, EOW 12/5/1997. Fred’sdaughter, Linda Pope, has served on the C.O.P.S. National Board as the Atlantic Region Trustee, former President of the Ohio C.O.P.S. Chapter, and Vice President of the Carolina C.O.P.S. chapter.

Donald “Don” Gigax, 66, died at his home in Jacksonville (FL) on October 19, 2016. Don is the surviving father of United States Border Patrol Agent John Gigax, EOW 11/7/1999. Don and his wife Maggie attended several C.O.P.S. Parents Retreats and have been active members of the Northeast Florida C.O.P.S. Chapter.

Donald (Don) Mooney, 88, of Riverside, CA, died on October 9, 2016. Don was an active member in the law enforcement community as a police officer for De Queen, AR, a Sheriff’s Deputy in Sevier County, AR, and a Harbor Patrolman for the Port of Los Angeles, CA. Don later served as a Deputy with the Orange County (CA) Sheriff’s Department, where he retired in 1980 with badge #4.

Don is the father of surviving spouse Linda Soubirous, C.O.P.S. National President from 2002-2004. His son-in-law was Riverside County (CA) Sheriff’s Deputy Kent Hintergardt, EOW 5/9/1993.

New Layout for the HOPE Magazine!You may have noticed that this newsletter is larger than the previous newsletters you have received. C.O.P.S. is excited to be able to produce a larger, 40-page magazine-style newsletter instead of the usual 28-page newsletter. Due to the increase in pages, C.O.P.S. will only be producing three magazines each year instead of four. This allows more space for better layout and design, pictures and contributing ar-ticles!

Updates and important information will still be made available through the monthly email newsletter, which you can sign up for at www.nationalcops.org. You can also receive updates by following us on the C.O.P.S. National Facebook page, facebook.com/nationalcops.

Nathaniel “Nate” Newlin, 66, the husband of Georgia C.O.P.S. Chapter President, Pat Newlin, died on September 14 at home. Nate is the surviving father of Clayton County (GA) Officer Shawn Newlin, EOW 3/4/2007. Nate was a strong supporter and former Board Member of the Georgia C.O.P.S. Chapter. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.



As the holiday season approaches, our thoughts, traditionally, turn to family and friends. When we are grieving the loss of a loved one, those thoughts can trigger sadness, loss, loneliness, and even anger. In addition, the planning and preparing for the holidays, as well as implementing those plans, requires a lot of energy, energy that is already drained. We often feel as if we have to do things the way we have always done them. It is okay to do things differently, even if it’s just for now. Be gentle with yourself! Here are some tips for coping with the holiday season as you navigate your grief.

u You have options:

• Take control of the situation by planning for what you do and do not want to do…it is your choice.

• Realize that the anticipation of the pain is usually worse than the holiday, itself.• Decide what is right for you and your family NOW…it can change next year, if you desire.

Stay focused on the present, not the past or future.• Decide, as a family, what would make these holidays meaningful. Be aware of pressures

and demands and realize that you do not have to buy into what others expect. Allow yourself some “down” time to regroup, as needed, but DO NOT ISOLATE YOURSELF!

• Start a new holiday tradition, symbolizing “moving forward.”• Make lists – remember, your memory and concentration may still be impacted, so use

tools available to compensate.• Remember that tears and sadness for the losses is to be expected, but it does not have to

ruin the joys that can also be experienced.• Express to others what you want or need during the holidays.• Share holiday tasks and responsibilities.• Do something for someone else (i.e. charity, etc.). Focusing on others can help us get

unstuck at times.• Focus on what you still have, not on what you have lost.

u Take good care of yourself:

• Get plenty of rest (remember, your energy may already be depleted)• Get plenty of nutrition• Get some kind of physical activity or exercise daily (i.e. taking a walk)• Avoid excessive alcohol use• Stay connected with others • Allow yourself to laugh!• BREATHE!

REMEMBER: Just because you always have, doesn’t mean you always have to.

“When the Holidays Aren’t So Jolly”By Kathy Thomas, PHD



C.O.P.S. is excited to announce that the state of Pennsylvania is the latest state to formally support Project Blue Light. On October 18, 2016, House Resolution 1075 was passed. This resolution states “The House of Representatives encourages all Pennsylvanians to participate in Project Blue Light this year by placing a blue light in a window of their home to demonstrate support for all police officers who faithfully serve our communities.”

Project Blue Light

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America Shines BLUE!

The idea began in 1989 when Mrs. Dolly Craig wrote to C.O.P.S. that she would be putting two blue candles in her living room window that holiday season. One for her son-in-law, Daniel Gleason, who had been killed in the line of duty while serving with the Philadelphia (PA) Police Department on June 5, 1986, and one for her daughter and Danny’s wife, Pam, who had been killed in an automobile accident in August 1989. Danny and Pam had 6 children. Dolly Craig is now deceased as well, but her idea is her legacy. Project Blue Light now burns bright in the hearts of over 37,000 survivors of America’s fallen law enforcement officers during the holiday season.

C.O.P.S. adopted this idea as a way for everyone to honor the officers who serve and protect us while remembering those who have died in the line of duty. Project Blue Light has grown steadily as a way of remembering our departed law enforcement officers across America. The concept is simple. Place a single blue light in your window in memory of fallen officers. At this time of year, ornamental light fixtures, such as candlestick replicas, are easy to come by and serve this purpose well.

Let your blue lights shine bright for law enforcement this holiday season!

Join us as part of “Project Blue Light,” and let your blue lights shine for law enforcement during the holidays. Remember, the color blue is also a symbol of peace. When you display your blue lights, you’ll be sending a dual message to everyone driving by that you support America’s peacekeepers, and that you hope the coming year will be a time of peace.



Thank you to all who made the 2nd AnnualNational Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness & Trauma

a SUCCESS with close to 500 attendees!

Conference Guardian Sponsor: Law Enforcement United

Conference Lunch Sponsor: Ride4Cops

Conference Hospitality Sponsor: International Union of Police Associations

Conference Gift Bag Sponsors: Nationwide and Born Primitive

General Conference Sponsorships included:

Congratulations to Officer Wesley Dean of the Maine Marine Patrol on his winning raffle ticket.

Officer Dean is now the proud owner of the

customized “30th Anniversary”

Glock 17 designed exclusively

for C.O.P.S.!


Morning and Afternoon Break Sponsor: Streamlight, Inc.

Law Enforcement Appreciation Night Sponsors: Ride4Cops and Pit Barrel Cooker Company

Speaker Sponsors: Streamlight, Inc. and Verizon

Ben E. Keith Beverages

Bimbo Bakeries

Excelsior Wines

FBI National Academy Associates

Kroger

Point 27

PoliceTees.com

Congratulations also go to Clayton French for winning the Bison Cooler (donated by Metroplex Texas C.O.P.S.), Marcie Brannon for winning the Sig Sauer P320 Pistol, and Derreck Sargent who won the G-Shock watch (donated by Project Peacekeeper).

In 2014, the world of law enforcement in America was changed forever when the officer involved shooting occurred in Ferguson, MO. The violence that ensued in the days after towards law enforcement all across the country sparked Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) to implement the first Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Along with several other law enforcement organizations, the date of January 9 was chosen to encourage citizens to do something special for their community’s peace keepers and take the time to show their appreciation. Taken from the acronym of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, the phrase “Take the L.E.A.D.” was developed and shared all across the country.

Communities all across America showed their support by taking treats to local departments, lighting up neighborhoods with blue lights, local elementary schools made cards, and honorable ceremonies were held to simply say THANK YOU during this difficult time. It was a time we all thought would soon settle and the fear for our officers would soon subside.

In 2016, the 2nd Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day was held. Many states had developed official resolutions that proclaimed January 9 of every year as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. More supporters joined C.O.P.S. in promoting the day. Agencies started getting involved to also let their officers know they were behind them. And yet, the fear had not subsided and we were about to experience even more tragedy in just a few short months with the attacks in Dallas, Baton Rouge, and more cities across the country. America watched as the most deadly attacks on law enforcement were carried out since the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Now here we are at the end of 2016. America just buried two more officers who were ambushed in the Des Moines (IA) area. A San Antonio (TX) Police Officer was shot while writing a traffic ticket. A Sergeant in St. Louis was shot in the face while sitting in

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his patrol vehicle. The times are becoming even more difficult and the fear we all hoped would subside only grows. So what will January 9, 2017, bring to the table?

That is where C.O.P.S. is asking all communities to take an even greater stand this year. Simply stated: Take the L.E.A.D. and DO MORE! If you have been thinking about doing something to show your local law enforcement how much you support and appreciate them, get out and do it! Get your friends and family to join you. Ask your co-workers to get involved. These men and women have taken an oath to serve and protect YOU! They wake up, do their job and never know if they will return home to their own family. Now, more than ever, we MUST take the stand to show that we support our heroes.

Here are a few ideas to show your support:

• Fly a blue ribbon on your car antenna, mailbox, motorcycle, or anywhere it can be tied on.

• Shine blue lights from your home.

• Wear blue all day.

• Send a card or have local schools make cards for the local department.

• Host or attend a local rally in support of law enforcement.

• Share your support on social media and change your profile picture to this image:

To find out what is going on in your area on January 9, follow the National C.O.P.S. Facebook page or visit us at www.nationalcops.org.

If nothing else, if you see an officer, please THANK them for their service. It will make a difference.

@nationalcopsconcernsofpolicesurvivors.org


Hands-On Program Recap

Adult Children’s Retreat 83 Total Attendees* • 75 Survivors (63 Adult Children & 12 In-Laws) • 27 First Time Attendees (20 Adult Children & 7 In-Laws) • 4 Counselors • 4 C.O.P.S. Staff

Young Adults Camp 52 Total Attendees • 40 Survivors (38 Children & 2 Siblings) • 33 First Time Attendees (31 Children & 2 Siblings) • 5 Mentors • 2 Counselors• 5 C.O.P.S. Staff

Kids Camp 326 Total Attendees*• 167 Kids • 45 First Time Children • 110 Parents/Guardians • 26 First Time Parents/Guardians • 16 Counselors • 13 Male Mentors• 11 Female Mentors • 1 Campfire Skit Leader • 3 Arts & Crafts Leaders • 1 Nurse • 4 C.O.P.S. Staff

The Hands-On Program season for 2016 has come to an end and what an amazing season it was! C.O.P.S. welcomed several new survivors to each retreat and almost doubled the attendance at the Young Adults Camp and Co-Workers for Couples retreat, each in their second season.

C.O.P.S. is in the midst of planning for 2017 and some exciting changes will be announced. Be on the lookout for your retreat date for the upcoming year, which will be announced soon!


17~ Concerns of Police Survivors

Outward Bound® Adventure 49 Total Attendees • 43 Children • 26 First Time Attendees • 6 Mentors

Fiancés/Significant Others Retreat14 Total Attendees • 6 Fiancés • 3 First Time Fiancés • 4 Significant Others • 1 First Time Significant Other • 1 Counselor • 2 C.O.P.S. Staff

Co-Workers For Couples Retreat43 Total Attendees*• 38 Survivors/19 Couples • 20 First Time Attendees • 3 Counselors • 2 C.O.P.S. Staff

Siblings Retreat 164 Total Attendees • 151 Survivors (117 Siblings & 34 In-Laws) • 39 First Time Attendees (28 Siblings & 11 In-Laws) • 8 Counselors • 5 C.O.P.S. Staff

* Largest attendance numbers to date for corresponding program.



Spouses Retreat 164 Total Attendees* • 151 Spouses • 44 First Time Attendees • 8 Counselors • 5 C.O.P.S. Staff

Co-Workers Retreat 81 Total Attendees* • 71 Co-Workers • 40 First Time Attendees • 7 Counselors • 3 C.O.P.S. Staff

Extended Family Retreat 39 Total Attendees* • 35 Survivors • 9 Father-In-Laws (2 First Time Attendees) • 12 Mother-In-Laws (1 First Time Attendee) • 1 Brother-In-Law (First Time Attendee) • 4 Sister-In-Laws (1 First Time Attendee) • 3 Aunts (2 First Time Attendees) • 1 Uncle • 3 Cousins (1 First Time Attendee) • 1 Grandmother • 1 Grandfather • 2 Counselors• 1 C.O.P.S. Staff• 1 Volunteer

Parents Retreat 176 Total Attendees • 164 Parents (92 Mothers & 72 Fathers) • 30 First Time Attendees (16 Mothers & 14 Fathers) • 8 Counselors • 4 C.O.P.S. Staff



Sacrifice Honor Remember

National Police Week 2017SCHEDULE OF EVENTS HELD MAY 11-17

Presented by:

Thursday, May 11Early Arrival Day

Survivor Airport Pick-up (Reagan National only)

Friday, May 12Official Arrival Day

Survivor Airport Pick-up (Reagan National only)Law Enforcement United Arrival and Flag Presentations to 2016 Surviving Families

Police Unity Tour Arrival

Saturday, May 13Late Arrival Day

National Police Week Check-in at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center29th Annual Candlelight Vigil

Sunday, May 14National Police Survivors’ Conference (Day 1)

C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens Events (Day 1)Day Care for Surviving Children/Siblings

Monday, May 1536th Annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service

Tuesday, May 16National Police Survivors’ Conference (Day 2)

C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens Events (Day 2)Day Care for Surviving Children/Siblings

Picnic on the Patio

Wednesday, May 17Official Departure Day

Registration deadline for BOTH CURRENT and RETURNING Survivors/Co-Workers is March 31, 2017. There is no on-site registration for past-year survivors at National Police Week.

Returning Survivors: C.O.P.S. will not take registration forms or room reservations for past-year survivors beyond the March 31, deadline. Your registration form MUST be received in the C.O.P.S. National Office by March 31 to ensure proper registration and participation in National Police Week 2017 activities.



Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) has secured five hotels in the Washington, DC, area for National Police Week. In order to secure the discounted hotel rate, transportation to and from the events and airport pickup from Reagan National Airport (only on May 11 & 12), you must register through C.O.P.S.

Current Year Survivors and Co-Workers:

We recommend that all surviving family members, friends and co-workers of law enforcement officers, who are being honored during National Police Week 2017, register through C.O.P.S. for National Police Week.

Departments who have an officer being honored during NPW 2017 and plan to send a large group of co-workers that require hotel accommodations, please contact Laurie Putnam at the National C.O.P.S. Office, (573)346-4911 or [email protected] to check availability.

Returning Survivors and Co-Workers:

All returning surviving family members, co-workers and friends of law enforcement officers honored in prior years who plan to attend the National Police Survivors’ Conference, the Candlelight Vigil, and/or the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service must register through C.O.P.S. for National Police Week.

Who needs to register?


Register ONLINE at concernsofpolicesurvivors.org!

National Police Week information packets will be mailed at the beginning of the year.

It’s easy and convenient!


Volunteers Needed at NPW 2017

Over the past year there have been decisions made by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund and the office of the Public Safety Officers’ Benefits program on

the criteria that will be used to determine if cancer deaths occurring after the 9/11 terror attacks could be attributed to the officer’s response to assist in the aftermath of the destruction. Because this was a difficult process, there are many families that have been awaiting a decision for a long time. They are now receiving the news that their officer will be honored in 2017 at National Police Week.

C.O.P.S. anticipates there will be between 60-80 officers who have died from cancer since the attacks who will be honored during National Police Week 2017. These families will be provided the same benefits through C.O.P.S. as our other current year families. Unfortunately, this has also been a deadly year for our nation’s officers. The combination of the 9/11 officers being honored and the other fallen officers from this year will result in a larger National Police Week than normal. C.O.P.S. has already booked additional hotels to offset the need for rooms. We are working with the bus company to increase transportation availability and we will be faced with some decisions regarding space during meals. If you are returning to National Police Week, you are likely aware that the space in the meal areas is limited.

The National Board and Staff will communicate with you further as decisions are made to address the logistics of National Police Week. Please know that will make every effort to ensure that everyone has a healing week and that every survivor feels included.

If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact the C.O.P.S. National Office at (573) 346-4911.

Increased Attendance Expected at National Police Week 2017

Volunteers are VERY important in creating and maintaining a smooth and successful National Police Week. From filling tote bags to working in the C.O.P.S.’ merchandise store, there are many opportunities for you to volunteer your time to help the survivors of America’s fallen law enforcement heroes. There are tasks that fit your schedule and capabilities!

Be sure to check out the opportunities available and sign up early at concernsofpolicesurvivors.org/volunteer.html


Survivors Making a Difference

Police Department Surprises Surviving Spouse for 99th Birthday!

This past August, members of the Merrill (WI) Police Department surprised surviving spouse, Lenore Ehlers, with a birthday party to celebrate her turning 99 years old!

Lenore is the surviving spouse of Merrill Police Captain Elmer Krueger who was killed in the line of duty on July 19, 1952, while making an arrest. A representative for the department stated “Lenore has experienced many things in her 99 years, and we are especially proud that she has become a member of our family again.”

Special thanks goes out to Mike Caylor of the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and the staff and residents at Park Place, and especially Lenore’s family for making this surprise celebration possible. Happy Birthday Lenore! We look forward to your 100th birthday celebration!

Hector and Theresa Dittamo have been busy making sure the law enforcement community in their area is well taken care of this holiday season. Each December since 2010, they have organized a dinner to not only thank the officers in Prince William County (VA) and Metropolitan (DC), but also to give them a break from their day to come and relax, mingle with each other and enjoy a delicious holiday meal.

This year, the dinner was held on December 12, and served from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to be sure to allow a chance for all shifts to attend. The meal is donated by members of the community and is complete with turkey and ham, all the fixings and more than enough desserts to feed the over 350 officers that are expected to attend this year.

Hector and Theresa lost their son, Metropolitan (DC) Police Officer Paul Dittamo, in the line of duty on October 30, 2010. At the funeral, they met Shirley Gibson, surviving mother of Metropolitan (DC) Police Officer Brian Gibson, EOW 2/5/1997. Shirley had mentioned that she had been doing a dinner in honor of her son but was unable to do it that year, but just six weeks after the funeral, the Dittamos stepped up to make sure that dinner still happened. They fed 700 officers that year.

After falling in love with Shirley’s tradition, Hector and Theresa started doing a dinner in their area. Theresa says, “It’s good therapy for us. We work from Labor Day weekend until every ‘thank you’ card is sent out afterwards.” With over 100 volunteers and all the food being donated, the monetary donations they receive go towards goody bags for each officer that attends. “You wouldn’t believe all the fun stuff they get,” says Theresa.

Thank you to Shirley who has prepared her celebration 20 times since 1997! This will be the last year Shirley plans her event, but Hector and Theresa are ready to continue the tradition for many years to come. You all are truly making a difference!

Hector and Theresa Dittamo

Shirley Gibson

Award Criteria for National Police Week


Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc., will recognize an active, retired or deceased law enforcement officer/official or organization for services above and beyond the call of duty when addressing police survivor issues. The following criteria shall be used when determining the recipient of this award:

This Award shall be considered the highest recognition any law enforcement officer/official can receive from Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc.

The law enforcement officer/official shall be nominated by a member of the law enforcement family. That means any law enforcement officer, survivor, or police family member may

nominate an officer for this distinction. They cannot, however, be nominated by a member of their own family.

Applications should cite specific instances of survivor support, advocacy on behalf of survivors, etc. This individual may have worked with a C.O.P.S. Chapter, worked on police survivor legislation, made changes within the law enforcement agency, etc., to promote police survivor care and attention to appropriate police survivor issues. The instances must show efforts above and beyond working with just a single family unit or working on one project or program. Further, these instances must show they are benefiting the National C.O.P.S. Organization.

Letters nominating a person for this Award should be kept to two (2) pages in length. Supporting documentation should be no more than three (3) pages in length.

All applications for this nomination must be emailed ([email protected]) or postmarked by March 1 of each year and sent in to the National Office to the attention of Missy Cottle.

The C.O.P.S. National Board will be called upon to make the final determination.

The recipient of the award will be announced on the first day of the National Police Survivors’ Conference in May.

The Charles R. Shinholser, Sr., Award for Volunteerism is given to individuals who have expended numerous hours and tremendous effort to assist in C.O.P.S.’ efforts to help law enforcement survivors rebuild their shattered lives.

The following criteria shall be used when determining the recipient of this award:

1. The individual(s) eligible for consideration of this award must be serving in a volunteer capacity to the C.O.P.S. organization without compensation from the C.O.P.S. organization.

2. The award is given by the National C.O.P.S. organization; therefore, their volunteer service must, directly or indirectly, be of benefit to the national organization.

Applications should cite specific instances of the nominee’s volunteer efforts which have shown to be a benefit to the national organization and the results accomplished because of their actions. The instances must show efforts above and beyond working with just a single family unit or working on one project or program.

A member of the C.O.P.S. organization, staff members from the National Office or a chapter officer must nominate individuals for consideration for this award. Letters nominating a person for this Award should be kept to two (2) pages in length. Supporting documentation should be no more than three (3) pages in length.

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The Suzie Sawyer Distinguished Service Award

The Charles R. Shinholser, Sr., Award for Volunteerism


Award Criteria for National Police Week


The C.O.P.S. National Board will be called upon to make the final determination.

The recipient(s) of the award will be announced during the National Police Survivors’ Conference in May.

This award was formerly named the Todd Ricks Memorial Award for Volunteerism, after Todd Ricks, a U.S. Park Police Motorcycle Officer.

To submit an application for consideration by the National Board to be named as C.O.P.S.’ “Chapter of the Year”, answer the following 13 questions/statements. The answers should be kept in the same order as presented, should be numbered, and should be written in paragraph form. Applications must be kept to 4 pages. All applications for this nomination must be emailed ([email protected]) or postmarked by March 1 of each year and sent in to the National Office to the attention of Missy Cottle.

1. Has your chapter sent representatives to all line-of-duty funerals in your service area?

2. Does your chapter hold regular “support” meetings? How often? How many attend?

3. Does your chapter hold regular business meetings? How often? How many attend?

4. How well do you think your chapter functions: For survivors? For co-workers? Business-wise?

5. Tell us about the involvement of your membership in chapter functions. Is it more than just the Board at various activities?

6. Tell us about the contact your chapter has with law enforcement agencies in your service area.

7. Tell us about the contact your chapter has with law enforcement organizations in your service area. (Do you work with all police organizations or only one?)

8. Tell us about your chapter’s fundraising ventures.

9. Tell us how you spend chapter funds for: A. Local support? B. State support? C. National support?

10. Does your chapter provide paperwork to National C.O.P.S. in a timely manner? (Includes minutes of meetings, financial reports, required annual paperwork, registrations for trainings, etc.)

11. What has your chapter done to promote the mission of Concerns of Police Survivors at the grass roots level?

12. Has your chapter done anything “exceptional” during the past year?

13. Why do you believe your chapter should be identified as the “Chapter of the Year”?

C.O.P.S. Chapter of the Year Award

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2016 Chapter of the Year award:

Louisiana C.O.P.S.



Picnic on the Patio (Custom sponsorship amounts are available for this event.)

May 14 National Police Week Lunch(3 sponsorships available at $15,000 each.)

May 16 National Police Week Lunch(3 sponsorships available at $15,000 each.)

C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens Activities

May 14 National Police Week Breakfast (2 sponsorships available at $15,000 each.)

May 16 National Police Week Breakfast (2 sponsorships available at $15,000 each.)

National Police Week Tote Bags for Survivors (4 sponsorships available at $5,000 each)

Buses for C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens (5 sponsorships available at $3,250 each)

May 13 NPW Morning and Afternoon Refreshments(3 sponsorships available at $3,500 each)

May 14 NPW Morning and Afternoon Refreshments (3 sponsorships available at $3,500 each)

May 16 NPW Morning and Afternoon Refreshments(3 sponsorships available at $3,500 each)

Critters for Kids at Picnic on the Patio

May 14 NPW Speaker Sponsor(2 sponsorships available at $2,500 each)

May 16 NPW Speaker Sponsor(2 sponsorships available at $2,500 each)

National Police Week Blue Ribbon Sponsor

Honorary Partners in Law Enforcement

$70,000

$45,000

$45,000

$35,000

$30,000

$30,000

$20,000

$16,250

$10,500

$10,500

$10,500

$5,000

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$250+

2017 National Police Week Sponsorship Opportunities



National Board Updates:National Board Elections are coming up! See below for important deadlines and newly approved tweaks to the process. Also, details regarding eligibility requirements to serve on the Nominations-Election Committee are listed.

Important Deadlines for Seeking Nomination to the National Board:

All persons seeking nomination to serve on the National Board shall submit a completed application for nomination to the Chair of the Nominations/Election Committee Chair no later than February 20th, 2017. The application can be found on our web site at nationalcops.org under the Chapters tab.

By March 15, 2017, the National Chapter Liaison shall distribute to each National Board Member and Chapter Board member, a copy of each approved applicant’s application for their Regional Trustee and the National President.

April 1, 2017 is the deadline for chapters to submit questions for the applicants gathered from their members.

Videotaped interviews of each applicant will be sent to the National Board, each Nominations/Elections Committee member and to Chapter Board Members by May 31, 2017. Chapter Boards will share the interviews with their membership. At this time each applicant will also be notified that they are officially a nominee.

By June 5, 2017, the Chapters and the National Board will receive the nominees, ballots and instructions for the voting process.

Sealed ballots are due to the National Office ten (10) days before the start of Board Chapter Training or hand-delivered to the registration prior to the start of Chapter Training.

Tweaks: Tweaks to the process voted on at the November Board meeting and reflected in upcoming changes to SOP 4.0 and 6.0 :

• Besides nominees for National President, all nominees for Regional Trustee shall also participate in a videoed interview, performed during National Police Week.

• The letter of intent to run for office is no longer required, as the application itself will serve as an intent to run.

• The required number of reference letters required will be the same for both sitting and non-sitting Board members. Three letters are required and no more than 3 letters may be submitted.

• The application packet submitted to the Chair of the Nominations/Election Committee (to include: the application, executed Confidentiality & Nominee’s Pledge Form, letters of reference, resume and picture) shall be submitted in ONE PDF document emailed to [email protected]. If any applicant has difficulty with the technical aspect of this requirement, the National Office is available to assist if necessary.

• The balloting procedures were tweaked to allow for confidentiality for Chapters, while still ensuring the Committee knows which Chapters have submitted sealed ballots. See upcoming ballot instructions for additional information.

Nominations/Election Committee Qualifications:All persons interested in serving on the Nominations/Election Committee are asked to write a letter of intent stat-ing their desire to serve on the committee. Letters should be forwarded to the N/EC Chair at [email protected] no later than February 1, 2017.

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Committee members shall be comprised of past National Board members, former and present Chapter Board members and at least one Past National President (PNP). To be eligible, they must meet the following guidelines:

1. Have no family member (including co-worker survivor) running for the National Board.

2. Have no family member (including co-worker survivor) currently employed by C.O.P.S.

3. Have served on a chapter board within the last five (5) years, or served previously on the National Board, or have a valid and approved reason for not serving on a chapter board within the last five (5) years (approved/disapproved by majority vote of the sitting National Board). The requirement for committee applicants to have served on a chapter board within the last five (5) years shall be waived if that applicant has no chapter in their specific area.


Registration deadline has passed. Call for availability.


Survivor Spotlight - Cathy BarnardFor this issue of “HOPE” we are spotlighting Cathy Barnard, surviving mother of Burbank (IL) Police Officer Patrick Righi-Barnard, EOW 11/25/2004. When her son was killed, there was no chapter in Illinois yet. However, just a few months after his death, the charter was approved and Cathy soon found her support system. She even became one of the first Trustees so she could start helping others that were going through the same tragic experience as her own family.

Cathy was no stranger to tragedy, especially in law enforcement, as she also lost her husband who was off duty when he was accidentally shot by a drunk man. “It allows me to relate to spouses. Losing my father at 16 allows me to relate to the kids, and losing my son connects me with parents,” says Cathy. As if that wasn’t enough for one woman to handle, she is a 25-year cancer survivor.

Cathy has also been an active participant in COPS WALK St. Louis since its inception in 2014. Being from Illinois, she is excited for this event to move into Illinois in 2017 with the hope of gaining more participants.

“As a mother, COPS WALK St. Louis allows me to remember my son’s sacrifices. But it is also one of the most positive comradery groups. We all have one purpose and we do it together,” says Cathy.

Cathy says one of her favorite ways to support C.O.P.S. is to make connections with potential supporters. “I love meeting with them because it gives C.O.P.S. the human side, which is important to me,” says Cathy. “They may not have the family connection, but they soon find a purpose.”

“You have to embrace life and you have to enjoy life. No matter what happens.”

-Cathy Barnard



In 2007, Mckay Hatch started his “No Cussing Club” movement on his website with over 100,000 members worldwide. After watching police officers shot and killed earlier this year, McKay partnered with Concerns of Police Survivors to donate 100% of his iTunes song, “One Last Hug”, and to give free Hug Cards - helping bring civility back to this country.

For each Hug Card purchased, $1.00 will be donated to C.O.P.S. to help surviving families of fallen law enforcement heroes. Go to thehugproject.com and watch the video; again, Mckay believes now, just as he did when he started the No Cussing Club, that one person can make a difference.

Visit facebook.com/nationalcops for the link to hear Mckay’s song and watch the touching video.

Corporal West and other members of the Amarillo (TX) Police Department helped 4-year-old Jackson Scherlen through his first day of school only weeks after the boy’s father, Amarillo Police Officer Justin Scherlen, died in the line of duty.

Law Enforcement Photos From Across America

Professional Photographer, Sara Hunter, submitted the photo to the left in her special Thin Blue Line project for her area. The picture features Monroe County (IN) Sheriff’s Sergeant Allen and her son.

Hunter says “Sergeant Allen is who I wanted to be when I grew up. She is a strong and brave woman in uniform, but also one of the most loving and patient mothers I have ever met. She is my hero and I adore her.”

To view more of Hunter’s work, visit her website at sarahunterphotography.com. All proceeds from the sales of her law enforcement photos is donated to C.O.P.S.!

“No Cussing Club” Founder Continues Movement through Music and Gives to C.O.P.S.



The above picture is of the 600th ballistic vest being donated to Sheriff Plecker of the Bath County Sheriff’s Office, on September 23, 2016. Thirteen vests have been donated to this department, which represents the entire department now wearing protective vests donated by the SSF Foundation.

Since late 2013, Mike Brown and the SSF Foundation have organized donors and have been able to provide life saving ballistic vests at no cost to 33 sheriff’s offices and 62 police departments across the US. They currently have requests for over 800 vests which are donated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. Every dollar donated goes directly to the purchase of vests.

The SSF Foundation is able to purchase a vest package for $525.00 (includes shipping and handling). The product is NIJ certified and manufactured in Cincinnati, OH, by one of the oldest ballistic vest manufacturers in the country.

For more information, contact the Safe Surfin’ Foundation at 540-583-6520.


Thank you to

for their generous donation of $20,000 to the C.O.P.S. Scholarship Program for the 2016 Spring semester and $50,000 to the 2016 C.O.P.S. Parents Retreat!

C.O.P.S. Named Among Top Rated Charities

C.O.P.S. is proud to be included on CharityWatch’s Top Rated Charities list for 2017!

Groups included on the CharityWatch Top-Rated list generally spend 75% or more of their budgets on programs, spend $25 or less to raise $100 in public support, do not hold excessive assets in reserve, have met CharityWatch’s governance benchmarks, and receive “open-book” status for disclosure of basic financial information and documents to CharityWatch.

Visit www.charitywatch.org for a detailed report and please consider making C.O.P.S. your charity of choice!


scholarship recipients

Nikolas Argentinis is a student at Northeastern University, completing his Bachelor of Science Degree. Nikolas is the son of Officer Christopher Argentinis, EOW 12/14/1999.

Angel Baray is a student at NM School of Mining & Technology, completing his degree in Civil Engineering. Angel is the son of Air Interdiction Agent Julio Baray, EOW 9/24/2007.

Jennifer Butler-Amoroso is a student at Florida State College at Jacksonville, completing her degree in Paralegal. Jennifer is the daughter of Officer John Butler, EOW 3/10/1997.

Allison Chapin is a student at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, completing her degree in general studies. Allison is the daughter of Sergeant James Chapin, EOW 4/2/2011.

Nicholas Chapin is a student at University of Tennessee of Chattanooga, completing his degree. Nicholas is the son of Sergeant James Chapin, EOW 4/2/2011.

Tyler Clardy is a student at University of Massachusetts - Amherst, completing his degree in English. Tyler is the son of Trooper Thomas Clardy, EOW 3/16/2016.

Kenneth Daniels is a student at Wayne County Community College, completing his degree in Kinesiology and the Study of Human Movement. Kenneth is the son of Police Officer Kenneth Daniels, EOW 9/1/2004.

Heather Dodson-Smith is a student at University of North Texas, completing her degree in Library Science. Heather is the spouse of Sergeant Dominique Smith, EOW 1/20/2009.

Melanie Fontanez-Rivera is a student at Universidad Del Turabo, completing her degree in Biology. Melanie is the daughter of Agent Jose Fontanez-Correa, EOW 5/23/2007.

Caitlin Forgione is a student at University of Kansas, completing her degree in Theatre. Caitlin is the daughter of Deputy Anthony Forgione, EOW 7/22/2008.

Natalie Garbarino is a student at Bridgewater College, completing her degree in History. Natalie is the daughter of Sr. Master Police Officer Michael Garbarino, EOW 5/17/2006.

Cullen Huczko is a student at Centenary University, completing his Master’s Degree in Leadership and Public Administration. Cullen is the son of Officer Stephen Huczko, EOW 9/11/2001.

Kaitlyn Huczko is a student at Columbia Teachers College, completing her M.A. Teaching English with Certification. Kaitlyn is the daughter of Officer Stephen Huczko, EOW 9/11/2001.

Hannah Hudson is a student at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, completing her degree in Business Analytics. Hannah is the daughter of Deputy Sheriff William Hudson, EOW 2/22/1990.

C.O.P.S. Grants $40,708.50 in Scholarships for the Winter/Spring Semester

Several benefactors help C.O.P.S. provide these scholarships. This semester’s funding came from Law Enforcement United (LEU), Arlington County (VA) Police, AT&T Foundation and The College Board. The scholarship fund has provided over $1.3 million in scholarships to survivors since 1993.

Recipients of C.O.P.S. scholarships for the Winter/Spring semester are:



Madilynn Kendricks is a student at Meredith College, completing her degree in Business & Mathematics. Madilynn is the daughter of Patrolman Rodney Kendricks, EOW 7/8/2001.

Bethany Logsdon is a student at Pensacola Christian College, completing her degree in History. Bethany is the daughter of Patrolman Chris Logsdon, EOW 10/13/1998.

Myareoh Martinez is a student at University Texas A&M Kingsville, completing her degree in Science and Pre Physical Therapy. Myareoh is the daughter of Sergeant Alejandro Martinez, EOW 11/21/2014.

Elke Meeus is a student at Oklahoma City University School of Law, completing her Law degree. Elke is the spouse of Officer Kelley Chase, EOW 10/13/2012.

Megan Novak is a student at University of Miami, completing her degree in Biology. Megan is the daughter of Senior Deputy Mark Logsdon, EOW 2/10/2016.

Rachel Peete is a student at Ohio State University, completing her degree in Developmental and Family Science. Rachel is the daughter of Deputy Rupert Peete, EOW 3/8/2000.

Hayley Plank-Collins is a student at University of West Virginia, completing her degree in Dental Hygiene. Hayley is the daughter of Officer Edward Plank, EOW 10/17/1995.

Stephany Rivera-Crespo is a student at Ponce Paramedical College, completing her degree in General Studies. Stephany is the daughter of Agent Carlos Rivera-Vega, EOW 1/21/2014.

Cheryl Schultz is a student at Concord Law School, completing her Law degree. Cheryl is the spouse of Patrolman Kevin Schultz, EOW 8/17/2002.

Taylor Selby is a student at Mississippi State University, completing her degree in Mechanical Engineering. Taylor is the daughter of Deputy George Selby, EOW 12/4/2002.

Canaan Smith is a student at Augustana University, completing his degree in Music Performance. Canaan is the son of Parole Agent Russell Anderson, EOW 3/3/1998.

Jennifer Tanner is a student at Montana State University-Northern, completing her degree in Nursing. Jennifer is the spouse of Deputy Robert Tanner, EOW 1/8/2002.

Katherine Thacker is a student at Liberty University, completing her degree in Ministry. Katherine is the daughter of Agent Brandon Thacker, EOW 4/16/1998.

Taisha Whitehead is a student at Georgia Southern Univeristy, completing her degree. Taisha is the daughter of Deputy Sheriff Joseph Whitehead, EOW 3/23/2006.

IMPORTANT UPDATE! New Deadline Dates for Scholarship Applications are as follows:

Summer Semester - April 1

Fall Semester- June 1

Winter/Spring Semesters - October 1



“The C.O.P.S. staff works each day surrounded by the topic of death and dying. Their support for survivors is unwavering. We have to remember they need support after dealing with stressful situations and we can do that by providing them with a safe, comfortable and attractive work place.”

Madeline NeumannImmediate Past President

Surviving spouse of Essex County (NJ) Patrolman Keith E. Neumann, EOW 8/3/1989

In October 2016, you may have received a packet of information regarding the C.O.P.S. Capital Campaign and the initiation to expand the National Office building. The current climate in the United States towards law enforcement has created a demand for services beyond expectations for C.O.P.S. The recent random targeting of officers has shaken law enforcement families to their core, and with every new attack, America’s law enforcement survivors are taken back to the day their officer sacrificed their lives.

The C.O.P.S. staff currently plans 32 major events across the nation every year, and there is a tremendous need to not only hire more staff but to more than double the size of the C.O.P.S. National Office in order to accomodate the added staff. Without more staff, C.O.P.S. simply cannot continue to expand our much needed services.

The expansion of the facility will address our current shortage of office space for staff and allow for the continuing growth of programs planned for over 37,000 survivors affected by line-of-duty death and America’s 800,000 law enforcement officers who continue to put their lives on the line each and every day.

BY BUILDING THERoad to Hope

A Capital Campaign for the Expansion and Renovation of the C.O.P.S. National Office

Rebuilding Shattered Lives



This architectural plan presents a bird’s eye view of the proposed addition with the existing building in light blue.

Garden of Hope

Road to Hope

C.O.P.S. Family Tree

Memorial Benches

Current Office Space

The Master Site Plan includes:

- 24 Business Offices- 1 Training/Conference Room- 3 Smaller Conference Rooms- A Merchandise Warehouse- A Tornado Safe Room for Staff- A Large Records Storage Room- Additional Print/Mail Rooms- The “Garden of Hope”



Naming Opportunity # Available Cost Status Total

Large Conference Room/ 1 Opportunity Committed Training Room Naming

The Family Tree 1 Opportunity Available

Courtyard Benches 6 Opportunities 2 Committed

Conference Room Naming 3 Opportunities 2 Committed

Director Office Naming 6 Opportunities 1 Committed

Office Naming 19 Opportunities 9 Committed

*Hallway Tiles 300 Opportunities Available

*Courtyard Pavers 1,000 Opportunities Available

Any additional funds will be used to cover capital campaign costs and maintainance on the C.O.P.S. National Headquarters.

$1,530,000

If you are interested in contributing to one of the larger funding opportunities (in blue print), please call the C.O.P.S. Development Office at (573) 346-4911.

“C.O.P.S. taught me it was ok to laugh again and how to put the pieces together to build a ‘new normal.’ That, to me, is priceless!”

Holly Reed-Stemple Surviving spouse of Dixie County (FL) Sheriff’s Captain Chad Reed, EOW 1/14/2010

Included in the list of naming opportunities is the C.O.P.S. Family Tree and garden benches that are available for donor naming opportunities. Below is the artist’s rendering of the C.O.P.S. Family Tree, as well as a mock image of the garden benches that will sit in the Garden of Hope. If you are interested in purchasing anything for $5,000 and above, please call the C.O.P.S. Development Office at (573) 346-4911.

One sponsorship opportunity at $150,000. Six sponsorship opportunities at $25,000.


$200,000

$150,000

$25,000

$25,000

$10,000

$5,000

$1,000

$500

$200,000

$150,000

$150,000

$75,000

$60,000

$95,000

$300,000

$500,000

4 Available

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10 Available

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Opening the door into the C.O.P.S. National Office, visitors will step out on the “Road to Hope.” It will be built with 8 x 8 inch engraved tiles purchased by those who want to support the Capital Campaign at the $1,000 level. A personal message of 20 characters on a maximum of six lines engraved on tiles will fill the main hallway that will lead to the courtyard within the building.

There will be 300 of these tiles available for sale. Two payments of $500 can be arranged. This early deadline will allow the contractor to build the “Road to Hope” as soon as construction allows.

Deadline to order tiles and pavers is 1/29/2017

As the visitor walks down the “Road to Hope”, a left turn will take them into the “Garden of Hope”, a peaceful place for survivors to reflect on their fallen officers and leave a message on what C.O.P.S. has meant to them.

The floor of the courtyard will be comprised of 1,000 4 x 8 inch “pavers” that will carry a personal message of three lines with 20 characters. The

cost of each paver is $500. Two payments of $250 can be arranged. Please understand that the earlier you purchase your paver, the closer it will be placed to the major focal point of the “Garden of Hope”, which will be “The C.O.P.S. Family Tree.”

If you have ever been to a C.O.P.S. Hands-On Program, you know what a “wordle” is. Each person comes up with inspiring words to describe the retreat. Some choose “Hope”, “Love”, “Honor”, or another word that is meaningful for them. When we put all the words together, the words that are submitted the most times show up larger on the wordle.

As the C.O.P.S. Family Tree is constructed, we would like to implement the same concept on the four-sided base of the statue. We want YOU to submit the words. However, the more times a certain word is submitted, the more “votes” it gets to be engraved on the statue. There are only four sides, so the top four word submissions would be the ones used.

To submit your word, please email the C.O.P.S. Director of Development, Lauren Crisman, at [email protected] no later than January 20, 2017.

Submissions Needed for Inspirational Words on C.O.P.S. Family Tree



Special Events/Hands-On Programs:

Hands-On Programs(11 programs available)

COPS WALK Events(3 locations available)

Blue Ribbon 5k Run/Walk

C.O.P.S. National Golf Tournament

Suzie Sawyer Golf Tournament

Scholarships

C.O.P.S. National Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness & Trauma

National Police Week (see page 25)

For a detailed list of opportunities and amounts needed, please contact the C.O.P.S. Development department at (573) 346-4911

or email Lauren Crisman at [email protected].

Sponsorship opportunities for 2017:

Kids Helping Kids

C.O.P.S. thanks these children for their donation efforts to support surviving children. It is always special to receive letters in the mail from America’s youngest citizens who just want to help others. Keep up the hard work! You truly make a difference!

To the children attending C.O.P.S. Kids Camp,

My name is Allison. My sister Jessica and I made these Thin Blue Line bracelets out of rubber bands and were able to raise $285 by selling them to friends and family to help support National C.O.P.S. Kids Camp. With everything happening to our police officers, we felt the need to do something to help. My mom is a Police Officer, and we pray for her safety every day. We support you, and want you to know we care about you and your families! We hope you enjoy your time at camp!!!



Major Donors and Chapter Donations - 6/30/2016 - 11/28/2016

Motorola Solutions Foundation, IL $70,000.00 GLOCK, Inc., GA $50,000.00 Law Enforcement United, VA $50,000.00 Scherr Family Foundation, FL $35,180.00 The Ultimate Software Group, Inc., FL $35,180.00 Born Primitive, VA $23,695.00 Colorado C.O.P.S. $20,771.52 Oppenheimerfunds Legacy Account, CO $15,000.00 The Kerscher Family Foundation, OH $15,000.00 FBI National Academy, VA $14,508.00 LA C.O.P.S, LA $14,059.58 Arizona C.O.P.S. $12,587.93 Shirley Richardson, MO $10,200.00 ICMA Retirement Corporation, DC $10,000.00 Justice Federal Credit Union, VA $10,000.00 BHC Florida Investments LLC, PA $8,500.00 The Chivery, LLC, TX $7,035.00 Maryland C.O.P.S. $6,909.00 The Wesley & Jacinda Dyk Giving Fund, Co $6,000.00 Team One Network, VA $5,500.00 Northeast FL C.O.P.S. $5,379.44 Wisconsin C.O.P.S. $5,349.16 Broward Sheriff’s Advisory Council, Inc., FL $5,000.00 Comp-Tac Victory Gear LLC, TX $5,000.00 Illinois C.O.P.S. $5,000.00 International Union of Police Associations, FL $5,000.00 James & Amanda Franck Charitable Fund, WA $5,000.00 Law Enforcement Lifestyle, ID $5,000.00 Louisiana C.O.P.S. $5,000.00 Metro NY C.O.P.S. $5,000.00 Iowa C.O.P.S. $4,492.32 Fraternal Order of Police Green Bay Lodge #2, WI $4,409.10 North Haven Police Union, UPSEU, CT $4,367.35 Code 3 Association, VA $4,261.60 Webster Bank, CT $4,150.00 Streamlight, Inc., PA $4,148.35 FBINAA Virtual Yellow Brick Run, MO $4,000.00 Thomas Novotny, WA $4,000.00 KC Crusaders- Digital Ally Open, KS $3,586.00 Virginia C.O.P.S. $3,009.59 LMI - Logistics Management Institute, VA $3,000.00 Greater Houston C.O.P.S. $2,777.95 Pro Feet, Inc., NC $2,623.07 Metro NY C.O.P.S. $2,377.52 92.7, MO $2,000.00 Arkansas C.O.P.S. $2,000.00 FBI NAA Charitable Foundation, VA $2,000.00 Fidelity Charitable Grant, TX $2,000.00 Greenville Police Department, NC $2,000.00 Howard County Police Dept., MD $2,000.00 National Pawnbrokers Association, TX $2,000.00 The E V Richards Jr Foundation, LA $2,000.00 Mary Dyk, WY $2,000.00 Suzie Sawyer, MO $2,000.00 Denise Wise-Brandt, PA $2,000.00 Mountasia Family Fun Center, TX $1,936.00 American Guardians Motorcycle Club, NJ $1,902.80 Christopher Cobb, FL $1,871.00 Illinois State Police Dist 7, IL $1,850.00 Dade County PBA, Inc., FL $1,750.00 Pennsylvania C.O.P.S. $1,710.41 Cause-Central.com, TX $1,567.43 FT Cares Foundation, IL $1,500.00 Shape Construction, WA $1,500.00 West TN C.O.P.S. $1,500.00 Merrill Edge Advisory Center, NJ $1,452.00 Whetstone Engineering & Testing, FL $1,450.00 Project Peacekeeper LLC, FL $1,380.00 Police Emerald Society of Tidewater, VA $1,304.00 Jennifer Morales, IL $1,285.00 Dana Reiner, IN $1,281.67 Senior Medicaid Solutions, FL $1,250.00 Chandler Police Department, AZ $1,200.00 United Water New Jersey, NJ $1,100.00 Bottle Breacher LLC, AZ $1,095.43 Minnesota C.O.P.S. $1,087.21 CrossFit Osage Beach, MO $1,020.00

Auto Customs, LLC, FL $1,000.00 Bridgewood Fieldwater Foundation CT $1,000.00 California Police Chiefs Association, Inc. CA $1,000.00 Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas, TX $1,000.00 GT Capitol LLC, DC $1,000.00 Michigan C.O.P.S. $1,000.00 Mid-Florida Jeep Club, Inc., FL $1,000.00 NIC, KS $1,000.00 Oakstar Bank, MO $1,000.00 Rapid Rentals LLC, MS $1,000.00 The Backstoppers, MO $1,000.00 Van Tarble & Sons, IL $1,000.00 Verizon, OK $1,000.00 VF Imagewear, Inc., TN $1,000.00 Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute, VA $1,000.00Robert Christiansen, CA $1,000.00 Brenda Donner, WA $1,000.00 Rosanna Elting, AZ $1,000.00 Daniel Halem, CA $1,000.00 April Jones, TX $1,000.00 William Levy, FL $1,000.00 Lester Mangle, FL $1,000.00 Amy Pierson, NY $1,000.00 Andy Sperr, NY $1,000.00 Jakes Fireworks, KS $987.81 Malek’s Pizza Palace, VA $971.25 Kansas C.O.P.S. $939.67 Theohari Caldon, VA $898.00 West Central FL C.O.P.S. $895.87 Give with Liberty, NJ $882.58 Ohio C.O.P.S. $812.04 Jim ‘N Nick’s BarBQ, TX $810.00 John Roper, FL $750.00 Northwest FL C.O.P.S. $723.40 Prometheus Design Werx, LLC, CA $700.00 Robert Baxter, TX $660.00 Edward Jones Investments, MO $650.00 Marth Diaz, VA $613.00 Utah C.O.P.S. $609.25 Pit Barrel Cooker, CA $592.00 Jeff Buckles, ND $585.00 Eye Safety Systems, ID $572.00 Garrett Lansberry, VA $565.00 Osceola Elementary, FL $555.00 Kortney Key, TX $535.00 Suzanne Godsel, IL $520.00 Swift River CrossFit, NH $510.00 ARW Design, MO $500.00 Fallen Heroes Memorial Race, IA $500.00 LIFEFLIGHT EAGLE, MO $500.00 Loving Stitches, NC $500.00 NJSP Survivors of the Triangle, NJ $500.00 Ocala Jeep Club of America, FL $500.00 Plano Police Association , TX $500.00 Plaza Auto Auction, Inc., IA $500.00 RCI Jeep and 4x4, FL $500.00 Rotary Club of Greater Salem, NH $500.00Tim Allen, CA $500.00 Daniel Brandenstein, NY $500.00 Suzie Brown, IL $500.00 Ralph Buro, DE $500.00 Jody Crocker, WI $500.00 Gary Cucchi, FL $500.00 Curtis Dedman, TN $500.00 Kevin Degroft, OH $500.00 Melissa Dorrance-Baray, NM $500.00 Brenda Helmer, TX $500.00 Kelly Herrick, CO $500.00 Caleb Hymel, LA $500.00 Carolann Kaminski, FL $500.00 Sue Kerr, IL $500.00 Sam Milner, TX $500.00 Bobby Orr, FL $500.00 Robert Robben, CT $500.00 Happy Snodgrass, MA $500.00 Brandon Twentymon, DC $500.00

Derek Volk, ME $500.00 Jacob Langkiet, MT $480.00 John Gonzalez, CO $472.40 Jennifer Cummins, MI $470.00 Lauren Cronmiller, NY $450.00 Miriam Jones, CA $450.00 Delaware C.O.P.S. $440.97 Joshua Livermore, AZ $440.00 William Finn , MA $434.36 Abraham Hepler, IN $420.00 Fraternal Order of Police Illinois State Lodge, IL $400.00 Lake Of The Ozarks Regional F.O.P. 101, MO $400.00 Jan Gibson, IL $400.00 Melissa Seals, MO $400.00 Mike Simpson, MD $400.00 Emerson Knives, Inc., CA $379.05 Amy Holcomb, MD $350.00 Cowden Police Department, IL $333.00 Rafael Sanz , KY $325.81 Jill Pettey, FL $320.00 Red White Blue Apparel Co., OH $315.00 Cody Stogner, FL $302.00 Benton Charter Township Police Department, MI $300.00 First Lutheran Church, ND $300.00 N.H. Scheppers Distributing Company, MO $300.00 New Jersey State Troopers NCO Association $300.00 Debbie Benner, CT $300.00 Kimberly Fischer, FL $300.00 Kam Flynn, VA $300.00 Steven Stewart, KY $300.00 Mark Treleven, OH $300.00 Healthcare Outsourcing Network, L.L.C., CO $290.00 Allison Streckfuss, OH $285.00 Deere Employees, IL $280.00 Robert Walsh, GA $275.00 Teresa Stamper, LA $265.00 Ashley MacMahon, FL $262.50 Detectives’ Endowment Association, NY $250.00 Evesham Township FOP Lodge 143, NJ $250.00 Tom Ostrosky, FL $250.00 Flatbread North Conway Inc., NH $250.00 Fraternal Order of Police Kalamazoo, MI $250.00 Hayes Calls TN $250.00 MJ Snyder Ironworks, Inc., IL $250.00 MoMax Enterprizes, NJ $250.00 Northwell Health, NY $250.00 Linda Davidson, TX $250.00 John Donnelly, TX $250.00 Straub, Seaman & Allen, P.C., MI $250.00 Troopers Memorial Fund, Inc., NY $250.00 Joseph Bandieramonte, NC $250.00 Carolyn Baumgartner, NV $250.00 David Block, AL $250.00 Chadd Bowles, IN $250.00 Wayne Bren, MN $250.00 Richard Carter, CA $250.00 Mike D’Amico, NJ $250.00 Robert Deckhut, MD $250.00 Victoria Gilner, VA $250.00 Benjamin Hirsh, NY $250.00 Benjamin Hoffman, CT $250.00 Jeffry King, OR $250.00 Robert Manne, FL $250.00 Sidney Miner, FL $250.00 Frank Nagle, NM $250.00 John Purcell, TX $250.00 Montana Smith, FL $250.00 Ronald Stevens, MD $250.00 Wendell Thomas, LA $250.00 Ken Turek, MN $250.00 Scott Turner, NM $250.00 June Vickery, MO $250.00 Nathan Wadsworth, ME $250.00 Kenneth West, NH $250.00 Jennifer Wiles, WY $250.00


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For more information, contact Lori Matthes: 573-346-4911 or [email protected]

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This project was supported by Grant No. 20I6-PS-DX-K002 awarded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance. The Bureau of Justice Assistance is a component of the Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs, which also includes the Bureau of Justice Statistics, the National Institute of Justice, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, the Office for Victims of Crime, and the SMART Office. Points of view or opinions in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.

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