How to donate to help families of officers killed in the line of duty in VB
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – Many people are wondering how they can donate and help the families of the two officers who lost their lives over the weekend.
Officer Christopher Reese, 30, and Officer Cameron Girvin, 25, were both shot while conducting a traffic stop late Friday night. Reese passed away that night while Girvin died in the hospital the following morning.
VBPD: Two officers dead after traffic stop Friday night
Tributes and condolences poured in from all over the area, and a memorial was set up in front of Virginia Beach's Fourth Precinct.
Many have wondered how they can donate to help the families of these fallen officers.
The Virginia Beach Police Foundation is a charitable, non-profit, private organization distinct and separate from the Virginia Beach Police Department and the City of Virginia Beach. According to their website, 'The Foundation is a resource to the Police Department to supplement the funding provided by the City of Virginia Beach.' They also assist individual officers who need financial assistance if they or their family find themselves in financial hardship, such as inability to work due to a non-work related injury or illness.
They said they are ready to assist and support the family members and Department members during this tragic time, and 'every penny donated in response to this tragic concern will go directly to support the families of the two fallen officers and the members of the Virginia Beach Police Department.'
Community mourns VBPD officers killed Friday night
Individuals and businesses can donate at the website linked here, or they can mail checks to the foundation at PO Box 56385, Virginia Beach, VA 23456.
Along with the Virginia Beach Police Foundation, several local businesses have stepped in ready to raise funds and lend their support, taking to social media to alert people about their plans.
Thin Brew Line, located on Oceana Boulevard, said on Facebook they were 'brewing this Irish Stout today with a heavy heart. 100% of all proceeds will go to the families of Cameron Girvin and Christopher Reese.'
We will continue to update this list as more businesses come in. You can also let us know about businesses who are donating at this link:
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