Omaha Police Shop With A Cop Program Helping Children For The Past 3 Decades
12/15/23
Shop with a Cop Program Overview and Community Support
- Program organized by the Omaha Police Officers Association
- Provides Christmas shopping experience for children in the community
- Allows police officers to see Christmas through the eyes of a child
- Brings joy and unforgettable memories to children in need
- Supported by the community for the past two decades
- Program has received tremendous support from the community
- Allows children who might not have an enjoyable holiday to experience joy
- Demonstrates the community's investment in making the community better
- Shows that police officers are just like normal people in uniform
- Helps overcome the fear and misconception some children have about police officers
Impact on Children
- Gives children a chance to enjoy the holiday season
- Allows them to pick out toys, clothes, and gifts for themselves and their family members
- Provides a positive experience with police officers
- Helps children see and understand what a hero looks like
- Shows that police officers care about the community beyond law enforcement
Volunteer Testimonials
- Police officers have been volunteering for the program for many years
- One officer has been volunteering for 18 years and considers it their favorite night of the year
- Officers feel fulfilled and their hearts are filled by the end of the night
- They enjoy seeing the generosity and excitement of the children
- The experience brings out the inner child in all of them
Long-lasting Impact
- Program has been helping children for the past three decades
- Creates unforgettable memories for children
- Teaches children the importance of giving back
- Fosters positive relationships between police officers and the community
- Contributes to making the community a better place
