"Back The Blue," Emergency Fund Launched By One In Foundation For Kids

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Nov 1, 2024
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Updated: Nov 19, 2024

Looking back at my time as a first response Chaplain & Critical Incident Response Coordinator (CISM/ATSM) I will forever remember the look of gratitude & relief in the eyes of those who realized someone cared for them; as they honored their badge & hearts commitment to care for others, running toward danger today protect our communities most vulnerable & valuable citizens - our youth..."

(Founder, Daniel "Bodhi" Chapin)

One In Five Foundation For Kids Launches "Back The Blue," Emergency Fund

The One In Five Foundation For Kids, registered under, "The Uvalde Foundation For Kids" is proud to announce our "Back The Blue," Emergency Fund! The,"Back The Blue," Emergency Fund is specifically designed as an ongoing emergency fund available through the foundation to Police officers , law enforcement personnel and/or their families who have been injured/killed in the line of duty.

Funding for the program is available through individual/organizational donations, special foundation fundraisers, ongoing contributions & private benefactors. Additionally, as with our other programs; a percentage of all foundation donations is distributed to the emergency fund program. The One In Five Foundation For Kids Board of Director's & National Advisory Board Members oversee, vett & distribute program funds.

Funding through the program is ONLY AVAILABLE to department & personnel for their illustrated dedication to serving & protecting our nation's student's from violence and is

meant to cover emergency expenditures such as: medical expenses, daily living expenses, counseling & other mental health care, funeral/memorial expenses & scholarships.

Our "Back The Blue," Emergency Fund provides officers and/their families emergency funding so that they may focus on their own recovery - In all areas. They have served & protected our youth - our students - we will serve them if their steps ever falter...