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The tragic loss of a law enforcement officer within the community is generally very emotional and profound. The outpouring of emotions and gratitude from the community is always encouraging and appreciated. We are cognizant that there is a grieving widow and/or family as the result of this tragedy and they are who we want to offer support too.
We also are cognizant that much of the help families of the fallen will receive from many associations, unions, and additional charities will slowly go back to business as usual and/or move on to the next family needing help. There are well established organizations that host therapeutic events to assist with the loss of a family member, and we do not wish to duplicate that effort. This is why we have created the Children of the Blue Line program. This program is designed to get families of the fallen, specifically children of the fallen, together at a sporting event or entertainment venue. The idea is to offer a fun light hearted event for kids and widows to enjoy hopefully talk to each other with the motivation they recognize each of them knows what they all have gone through. It is this commonality that we hope turns into long term communication and a organically grown support network to help get everyone through a traumatic and difficult tragedy. We, additionally, hope that each of these families will know that they will forever be apart of the Blue Family and are not forgotten when everyday life takes back over and the world moves on.
The AMDEF Executive Board has decided to review our programs in an effort to always serve those whom have given so much already in the best way possible. Currently, our program structure is under review so we may give back in the most impactful way. It is for this reason we are undergoing a re-organization of the old Children of the Blue/Green Line programs and hope to announce the new program parameters soon! We look forward to getting back to supporting our nation's steadfast defenders with appealing program events.
We hope you find as much value in the investment of service family children as we do. If you are in a position to assist us with our mission please contact us at americasdef@gmail.com for more information.
