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🎉 We've hit 50,000 books donated through Books & Badges since December 2019! A huge thank you to our law enforcement partners and community supporters for fostering reading and building bridges between officers and kids. Each event creates lasting memories & friendships. 📚👮‍♂️❤️

.@DublinPolice reached out after a young girl’s bicycle was damaged beyond repair. Her hardworking single mom couldn’t afford to replace it, but thanks to our donors, we were able to pick out a beautiful new bike & helmet. Now she’s back riding to school & visiting friends. 🚲🤗

Our Books and Badges series continued on Wednesday, Jan. 14 at Lakewood Catholic Academy. This program features our Neighborhood Officers as guest readers for local first graders, and the students can ask the officers questions. Afterward, each student gets a book to take home.

On this Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we pause to say thank you. Thank you for your service, your commitment, and the steady presence you provide every day. You are valued and loved, always. #lawenforcementappreciationday

“I hope I never lose what drew me to this job in the first place, and that’s the desire to help people.” @ColumbusPolice officers teamed up with @StarfishAssign & @aepohio to deliver more than 400 coats to children in our community to make sure they’re warm this winter.

This #Thanksgiving, we are are thankful for the chance to give back. Thanks to @StarfishAssign & @KEMBAfinancial, @ColumbusPolice officers delivered the holiday surprise of $50 Kroger gift cards. We’re grateful for a community that cares for one another today and every day.

LPD's Neighborhood Officers visited Horace Mann Elementary last week and Emerson this week as part of the Books and Badges program. Thanks to the students and teachers for hosting and for your great questions!

Today’s Behind the Badge features @OHFCSO’s @CHIEFGILBERT1, who also serves on the Starfish Advisory Board. “All I ever wanted to do was follow in the footsteps of my father.” Read his story: starfishassignment.org/single-post/be…

We’re devastated by the loss of Officer Phillip Wagner of Lorain PD, who died today from injuries sustained in yesterday’s ambush. Officers Brent Payne and Peter Gale were also wounded. We’re holding them in our hearts and sending love to their families, friends, and community.

Our continued prayers are with the three Lorain Police Officers ambushed yesterday—two of whom were simply eating lunch. This violent act is a sobering reminder of the dangers law enforcement face every day in service to their communities. We stand with the Lorain Police.

We were excited to join @marion_police Lt. Mark Elliott, K-9 Ranger, and many other friends at the 2025 @SOOhio State Summer Games Opening Ceremony. Ranger’s baseball-style card was a hit, and he greeted hundreds of fans! 🐾🏅 Best of luck to all the athletes and coaches!

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We are heartbroken to learn of the death of Morrow County Sheriff's Deputy Daniel Weston Sherrer. Our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and the entire Morrow County Sheriff's Office during this devastating time.

During National Police Week, we honor the law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice and thank those who dedicate themselves to protecting and serving our communities. We appreciate all that you do, the hardships you endure, and the burdens you carry for us.

We are heartbroken to learn that a Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputy was killed in the line of duty. Our thoughts are with his family, fellow deputies, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. We honor the ultimate sacrifice he made protecting the community he loved.

Join your fellow Ohioans across the state for the tenth annual LOB campaign. We honor the life and memories of law enforcement personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice, while also showing support and gratitude to those who are currently serving us each day. #LightOhioBlue2025

K-9 Odja stole the show at Valley Forge Elementary—one kangaroo hop at a time! @ColumbusPolice K-9 Officer Brian Carter and his energetic partner wowed the students during our Books & Badges event.

I often talk about the Starfish parable. Today I had my first opportunity to literally experience it Made a difference for this one…

We had a fantastic time at today’s Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Ohio! ❄️🥶 It was incredible to see so many friends braving the cold for a great cause. Thank you for showing up with your energy and generosity—you make such a difference for these incredible athletes!

The LPD was proud to participate in the Books & Badges program this year. Officers read a book to local first grade students and then answered questions. At the end of the event, students were given a copy of the book to take home. The program is made possible by @StarfishAssign.