Law Enforcement Child Month Toolkit

Join Us in Celebrating Law Enforcement Children

July marks the very first Law Enforcement Child Month- founded in collaboration by Gratitude Initiative, the Fraternal Order of Police, the FOP Auxiliary, Lexipol, and Police1 – to recognize and honor the children and families who serve alongside our nation’s law enforcement officers every day. Law Enforcement families know all too well that their children grow up differently than most Americans. Behind every uniform is a family making sacrifices few people fully see — revolving around long shifts, missed milestones, unpredictable schedules, and the realities that come with commitment to a dangerous profession. Despite the challenges and life revolving around duty, police kids show resilience, adaptability, courage, and pride in the badge. Law enforcement kids are built different, and it’s time to show them recognition.

Law Enforcement Child Month encourages, educates, and equips law enforcement families while strengthening the communities that stand beside them. Strong families are the foundation of strong officers, and when families feel supported and valued, entire communities benefit. This free toolkit is designed to help agencies, organizations, and community members participate in meaningful ways throughout the month of July. All materials are downloadable and designed to be used with individual department/organization logos, making participation easy. Together, we can ensure every law enforcement child knows that they matter and are appreciated!

Event Ideas

Below are easy ideas to celebrate law enforcement kids of all ages within your department. Whether you combine them all into a “Family Night at the Station” or start small year one, your department’s morale will be positively impacted by making their kids feel special. All events can be easily adapted to accommodate shift schedules and operational demands.

Use free templates provided or create your own.

Signed by the Chief/Sheriff.

Combine multiple ideas into an Open House specifically for department families.

Have a special meal with mom or dad at shift changes.

Stop by the station for a quick ice cream with mom or dad on duty.

Give cop kids a behind the scenes look at all department rides.

Gift your department families an opportunity to have a full family picture taken.

Social Media Tools

All graphics can be customized with your department or organization’s logo- simply download the item and insert your logo on top. Be sure to follow Gratitude Initiative’s social media pages all month long for additional content and campaign resources. When posting, tag us and use #LawEnforcementChildMonth and #LECM so we can engage with and share your participation. Need help customizing materials for your department or looking for additional content ideas? We’re happy to help. Email us and attach your logo.