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In Memory of Luke Philip Thomas, son of Rockville Center Police Officer & Marine Corps Veteran,  Salju Thomas and Tina Thomas

Luke Philip Thomas was suddenly taken from us on February 21, 2022. Luke is survived by his Big Brother Logan, along with his Mom, Tina, and Dad Salju Thomas who is a Rockville Center Police Officer, Ex-Chief of Garden City Park Fire Dept,  a Marine...

Untimely Passing of Officer Hector Nunez

Hector was a 16 year veteran of the Nassau County Police Department working in the 5th precinct. He was a well respected friend and brother to everyone he worked with. Unfortunately, Hector contracted COVID-19 in the course of his duties. His passing...

Taormina Strong
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Tragically, Phillip James Taormina passed away on July 27, 2022, leaving behind his wife, Renee, and their children, Emily and Michael.  We ask that you please keep Phil, as well as his family, friends, and colleagues, in your thoughts and prayers du...

Support Chris Cizmarik during his fight with Pancreatic Cancer.

    Chris Cizmarik has been in law enforcement for over 30 years and has unselfishly served the public through good and bad times. Chris started out in New York City with the NY City housing police department and currently is a Lieutenant with the Na...

Support Young Jack Matthews in His Fight Against Cancer

Join us in supporting 18-month-old Jack Matthews, who has been diagnosed with BCOR sarcoma, a rare and challenging form of soft-tissue cancer. Jack's father, John Matthews, is a dedicated member of the New York City Fire Department and a proud US Arm...

Support the Children of NYPD Detective Kevin Winters

At the permission of his wife Jenn, we are organizing this campaign to provide assistance to NYPD Detective Kevin Winter’s two young children during this tragic time.  Kevin was a hero then, now and will always be remembered for how he lived.  He was...

Support Israeli National Police LODD Families

Less than two weeks ago, the State of Israel endured a terrorist attack where innocent men, women, and children were kidnapped, tortured, and killed in front of their families.  During the darkest hours of this terrorist attack, members of the Israel...

Christina’s Medical Expenses and Family Support

Christina has always been the first one to ask what others need- she always has a way to rally entire communities to get needs met when they arise. It is now our time to rally around the Laughlin Family and offer support to Christina, Chris, and Soph...

10-13 for NYPD Det. Jonathan Bermudez

It is with heavy hearts to announce that NYPD Detective Jonathan Bermudez (“JB”) was tragically killed in an off-duty accident in the early morning hours of 06/03/2022.  A 15-year veteran of the NYPD and an Army Veteran, Detective Bermudez leaves beh...

Honoring the Life and Service of Firefighter Robert 'Bobby' Van Ruiten

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Firefighter Robert 'Bobby' Van Ruiten of the Stockton Fire Department. Bobby, who dedicated his life to serving the Stockton community, passed away while off-duty on January 3rd, 2025. Havin...

Help Support the Faranda Family in Their Time of Loss

On Sunday morning, December 29, 2024, we tragically lost Paramedic James Faranda at the young age of 48 due to unforeseen medical circumstances. A dedicated EMS Supervisor for North Patchogue Fire Department and Mattituck Fire District, James was a l...

The family of Officer Shane McHugh

Shane McHugh had an infectiously big smile and the worlds biggest heart. He and his fiancée, Catina, shared a very deep bond. They were truly soul mates. They spent the first few years of their relationship long distance while Shane served our countr...

Jimmy Finnegan Fund
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Please Consider helping Our good friend Jimmy’s family in dealing with the sudden loss of our beloved friend Jimmy. As most of you know Jimmys pension dies with him and any donation you make will help with the sudden burden placed on Shanna , Maddie...

George Brauns Battle With Lupus

P.O. Braun was diagnosed with lupus over 3 years ago. He is a police officer at the 109 precinct. He is a man with a great heart of service, that get things done easily and sacrifice a lot for others. Braun is a rare breed of individual that has an u...

ANGEL WINGS ON WHEELS
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This fundraiser is in memory of a Suffolk County Police Officer's son, a sweet 5 year old boy named Nicolas Lorusso who sadly gained his angel wings in February 2021 after battling pediatric cancer for over four years.  Being diagnosed with an incura...