Stand with Police
You have more influence than you think.
Most people assume public safety is someone else’s job. That is backward.
When you speak up, thank officers, support good policy, and show up locally, you help to rebuild the kind of community we all knew in our youth.
You do not have to be a politician, a donor, or an expert to make a difference. Because so many people stay silent, your voice can matter more than you realize.
Legislation actually worth your support.
Support legislation that helps officers and strengthens communities.
Each section below includes a prewritten email button, a copy button, and a direct path to find your elected officials.
Strong Communities Act
What it does: Helps departments recruit and retain officers who know the communities they serve and supports stronger community policing.
Why it matters: Public safety works better when officers are connected to the neighborhoods they protect.
Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act
What it does: Improves reporting on attacks against officers and strengthens understanding of officer wellness needs.
Why it matters: Better information leads to better protection, stronger policy, and more serious support for officer safety.
STOIC Act
What it does: Supports officer mental health, suicide prevention, family support, and crisis resources.
Why it matters: Supporting police officers means caring about the emotional and family burden the job can carry.
Mental Health Crisis Response Training Act
What it does: Helps agencies receive stronger behavioral-health and crisis-response training.
Why it matters: Good training protects officers and the public and gives officers better tools in difficult situations.
Yes, I'll help!
Tell police officers you've got their back. Support our efforts.
“A police officer will keep a note of thanks to pass to their kids.”
A simple act of encouragement can make a real difference.
Thank your local department
Most departments hear from the public when something has gone wrong. They hear far less often when officers have done something right.
Encourage an individual officer
A respectful word of encouragement may seem small to you, but it may not feel small to the person hearing it.
Show up locally
Attend a city council meeting. Speak up for officer wellness and training. Ask local leaders how citizens can support a safer community.
Take the 5-minute challenge
In less than five minutes, you can contact Congress, send a thank-you note, or share a message of support.