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Blue Ribbon Campaign
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This Month's Recognition for C.O.P.S.' Unsung Hero
Concerns of Police Survivors feels May is the perfect time to recognize the Bureau of Justice Assistance, U.S. Department of Justice (BJA) for their dedicated, long-term support. During a month when fallen law enforcement heroes are honored and surviving family members find healing, love, and live renewed during National Police Week, C.O.P.S. could not think of a better time to thank BJA. C.O.P.S. exposure and reputation have been built upon federal funds given to C.O.P.S. through grants from BJA dating back to the late 1980's. The small credit line given to BJA on C.O.P.S.' printed materials does not do justice to the assistance BJA provides. Without their funding and support, C.O.P.S. would not be able to continue its mission of rebuilding shattered lives of the surviving family members of law enforcement killed in the line of duty. |
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3 States Pass Blue Alert
 Alabama, Georgia, and Maryland recently passed the Blue Alert! C.O.P.S. encourages you to contact your state representatives today and ask them to follow the lead of the other states that are activating the Blue Alert. If you have any questions or need copies of other state legislation/executive orders that have the Blue Alert in place, contact Brooke McKay at brooke_mckay@nationalcops.org. Shown in picture: Alabama Governor Riley signing an Executive Order for the Blue Alert. Also in picture Jim Fazette,f/AL/WI/08, who helped get the Blue Alert passed.
"I would like to echo a thank you to all of you that responded to the email sent out in reference to support the Blue Alert Bill. It is something that I and on behalf of the Maryland Chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors feel very important to get passed into law. I personally feel that too many times the law enforcers of this state are not treated with the respect that they so deserve. The passing of the Blue Alert will provide a system for rapid dissemination of specified information to assist in locating and apprehending specified missing offenders of Law Enforcement. Again I thank each of you that responded so quickly, to Senator Brochin's office."
- Sue Nickerson, President of the Md. Chapter of C.O.P.S.
Mother of Ptl. Michael S. Nickerson EOW 2/13/01 |
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The Road to Hope
The Road to Hope arrival ceremony will be held at the Pentagon Memorial on May 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. The ceremony will conclude the 250-mile journey from Chesapeake, Virginia, to D.C. by Law Enforcement United (LEU), a new organization of law enforcement officers who are also bicycling enthusiasts. PoliceHotels.com will also conclude their 4,000-mile drive across the United States.
LEU is raising funds for C.O.P.S. and Officer Down Memorial Page (ODMP); LEU's donation will help fund the annual, week-long C.O.P.S. Kids Summer Camp scheduled for the last week of July 2010. With 240 attending that camp at a cost of over $125,000, C.O.P.S. appreciates LEU's efforts.
Representatives of PoliceHotels.com will be driving a Hummer displaying the names of every officer killed in the line of duty in 2009. They will be stopping in cities and town that experienced the loss of an officer in 2009. The Hummer is raising money for C.O.P.S. by seeking sponsors of "Miles in Memory", where you can make a donation for a stretch of 10-500 miles in memory of any fallen officer.
A Road to Hope Reception will be held at the Hilton Alexandria on May 13, 2010, at 3:00-4:00 p.m. when Law Enforcement United will present all 2009 surviving families with a memorial flag that was flown during their 3-day, 250-mile bicycle ride.
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National Police Week 5K
Join us for the National Police Week 5K on May 8, 2010, as we gather to honor and pay tribute to law enforcement officers who have given their lives while serving in the line of duty by supporting their surviving families. Proceeds from this annual event are donated to Concerns of Police Survivors. Race starts at 9:00 a.m. Registration is $25/person and each participant will receive a dry-wicking t-shirt and a Nalgene bottle. For more information and registration, please visit www.nationalpoliceweek5k.com. |
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National Police Week 2010 Activity Dates
Official Dates of National Police Week 2010 are Sunday, May 9 through Saturday, May 15.
Wednesday, May 12: Early Arrival Day and the Road to Hope Arrival Ceremony
Thursday, May 13: Official Arrival Day, National Police Week Check-In, Road to Hope flag presentation, and the Annual Candlelight Vigil at the National Law Enforcement Memorial
Friday, May 14: First day of the National Police Survivors' Conference and C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens activities
Saturday, May 15: The National Peace Officers' Memorial Service on the West Front of the United States Capitol
Sunday, May 16: Second day of the National Police Survivors' Conference, C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens activities, and a Hoedown at the Hilton
Monday, May 17: Official departure day
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C.O.P.S. Hits $1 Million Mark for Scholarships to Police Survivors
Concerns of Police Survivors is both proud and honored to announce the organization has just surpassed the $1 million mark in scholarships given to surviving spouses and children of fallen law enforcement officers. Since 1994 when the scholarship program was initiated, C.O.P.S. has given $1,009,110 in scholarships to 296 survivors of fallen officers in 46 states and territories who do not receive tuition-free education as a state death benefit. Donors who made this possible include: The BJB Charitable Trust, Vantagepoint Memorial Scholarship Fund of ICMA Retirement Corporation, the G. M. Christensen 1989 Scholarship Trust for Utah Survivors, National Pawnbrokers Association, the Aronson Family Foundation, Northeast Florida Chapter of C.O.P.S., Reed Elsevier (publishers of Law Officer Magazine), the Buddy Sentner Scholarship Fund, the Michael Sullivan Scholarship Fund, and the Barry Hill Memorial Scholarship Fund have all been long-time donors to C.O.P.S.' Scholarship Program. To learn more about C.O.P.S. Scholarships visit http://www.nationalcops.org/serv05.htm. |
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Postive Force Award- Deadline May 15
 Who's the "one" in your department? That certain officer who stands out from the rest; someone who has distinguished him or herself through exemplary service. Be it an incident that happened one day, or a lifetime of dedicated service - you owe it to them to tell their story. All recipients receive $500, an Official Positive Force Award plaque, and local press recognition. |
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Have you ordered your Blue Ribbons yet?
Last chance to order blue ribbons for National Police Week, May 9-15, 2010. C.O.P.S. will not mail out blue ribbons after May 5, 2010. To receive blue ribbons visit http://nationalcops.org/serv10.htm or FAX your request into C.O.P.S. at 573-346-1414 with your mailing address and the number of blue ribbons you would like to receive. |
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FBI Scholarship- Deadline May 15
The FBI is currently accepting applications for the Robert David May Scholarship. Dependents of all Federal Law Enforcement Officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty are eligible to apply. Applications must be submitted by May 15, 2010. Applications and additional information may be obtained by contacting the WorkLife Program Manager, Ms. Edwina Harris at 202-324-3902. |
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Upcoming C.O.P.S. Hands-On Programs Dates & Registration Deadlines
Adult Children's Retreat
June 25-28, 2010
YMCA Trout Lodge
Potosi, MO
Registration Deadline: June 4, 2010
Kids Camp
July 26- August 1, 2010
Salvation Army Lake Camp
East Troy, WI
Registration Deadline: June 26, 2010
Outward Bound
July 26- August 1, 2010
Mountain Climbing
Leadville, CO
Registration Deadline: June 26, 2010
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Testimonial- Verizon Wireless
Proud to be part of your support network.
We understand a thing or two about networks. And we take great pride in sponsoring National Police Week "C.O.P.S. Kids" program five years in a row. It is truly an honor to be part of the network of support for such an inspirational organization. |
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COPSstore
Visit COPSstore for merchandise. Roll Call items are available in several colors of short sleeve t-shirts, long sleeve t-shirts and crew neck and hooded sweatshirts. All C.O.P.S. and National Police Week merchandise can be found at http://www.COPSstore.com. COPSstore has been your official source for C.O.P.S. merchandise since 1992. |
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Concerns of Police Survivors has been awarded the "Best in America" seal of approval from Independent Charities of America. | |
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