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Every year, the Sheriff's Foundation of Broward funds a counter terrorism conference for the Intelligence Unit of Region 7 of the Domestic Security Task Force. These conferences are an essencial step in the coordination  of counter intelligence resources for the prevention of, and effective response to terrorist acts in South Florida.  

The Sheriff's Foundation recently donated $12,000 to fund BSO SWAT high level anti-terrorism training with the Federal government. We congratulate BSO SWAT for their ongoing dedication to service!  

The Sheriff's Foundation in partnership with BSO funded 12 monthly prescription medication free disposal events and free shredding events in the year 2015 across Broward County to promote the safe disposal of unused, unwanted or expired medications and to safely dispose personal documents, check stubs, credit card offers, receipts and any other material that might contain sensitive information.  

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Unity 4 Teens (U4T) is a year-round before/after-school and summer youth development program that helps youth attain academic and social success. U4T partners with six Title I, Broward County, public schools serving 620 at-risk youth, ages 9-11, underperforming academically and residing in high crime areas. The U4T program engages youth at-risk of school failure, pregnancy, substance abuse (alcohol, tobacco, and marihuana), gang involvement, truancy, aggression, antisocial behavior, crime, violence, and other negative outcomes, by providing best practice preventive services, education, and case management.

The Sheriff's Foundation, in collaboration with Macy's, is proud to fund BSO Fire Rescue and Emergency Services' Just Drive Teen DUI Prevention Campaign for 2015-2016 featuring presentations by Renee Napier, of the Meagan Napier Foundation, and Eric Smallridge, the DUI driver who killed Renee's 20 year-old daughter.  In October 2015, Napier's heart-braking story touched the hearts of over 2,500 High School students in Broward County public schools and includes Meagan Napier's wrecked vehicle. Another 2,500 students will experience the presentations in May 2016. To see pictures of the events, Click Here

Video of Just Drive Presentation                       (5 minutes)

The Sheriff's Foundation funded this county-wide prevention program of the Broward County Public Schools with the goal for youth and families to gain more knowledge about building peaceful climates and reducing the incidents of bullying and other negative behaviors. This program includes a rally where students gather to support their decision to live above the influence, standing up to negative pressures, such as drugs and alcohol usage, as well as other influences with negative impacts.

On December 9, 2015, fifty students from across Broward County had the amazing opportunity to shop with Sheriff Israel. All deserving students were selected by their School Resource Officers (SRO's) and received a $100 gift card to spend at their pleasure. We applaud the academic and personal achievements of all the students and congratulate their SRO's for their commitment to the community they serve. The Sheriff's Foundation is proud to fund this amazing event which strengthens the bond between our youth and law enforcement. Happy Holidays! 

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On September 10, 2015, Students, Girl Scouts, Foundation Sponsors, and Board Members attended the first combined educational event of the Sheriff's Foundation Academy and the Sheriff's Foundation Classroom - a BSO/SWAT full-scale anti-terrorism training scenario. This training tested the skills of BSO's SWAT team, Bomb Squad, K-9, Helicopter Unit, Communications Department, and the BSO Fire Rescue Department.  

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BSO K-9 Sergeant Ian Sklar was awarded the Sheriff's Foundation Medallion for conducting the K-9 Training Exercise for the Sheriff's Foundation Academy & Classroom in November 2015. Thanks to Sgt. Sklar and his team, over 90 attendees participated in the "K-9" experience.   

Shout out to the fabulous Raeann Brewer, Kowechobe Service Unit's Product Sale Manager and new troop mentor, for receiving the Sheriff's Foundation Medallion for assisting with the launch of a new initiative called the Sheriff's Foundation Classroom. She recruited 9 Girl Scouts troops...about 62 girls. The girls will be attending the first of several Classroom events next week where they will witness BSO K-9 training! Way to go Raeann! What a great opportunity for the girls and a great service to Broward County!

The Sheriff's Foundation Medallion is awarded by the Foundation's Board of Directors to recognize an individual's contribution to the mission of the Foundation. SWAT Sergeant Matthew Patten has served BSO and Broward County for over 24 years and provided invaluable training to the members of Class 1 of the Sheriff's Foundation Academy and Classroom during a recent BSO/SWAT Anti-terrorism training exercise. SGT Patten's meritorious efforts advanced 3 of the 4 pillars of the Foundation's mission: Anti-Terrorism, Training, and Civic Education.   

Melanie Brocato, BSO Fire Rescue Life Safety Educator, was awarded the Sheriff's Foundation Medallion for planning, organizing and executing the Fall 2015 Just Drive Teen DUI Prevention Campaign. Thanks to Melanie's outstanding efforts, over 2,500 teen students attended presentations in four public high schools.   

On November 4, 2015 Sheriff Israel personally recognized the contributions of the annual sponsors of the Sheriff's Foundation of Broward County. The event was presented by ADT and hosted and underwritten by Northern Trust.

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In April of 2015, over 250 players convened at the Weston Hills Country Club to battle for the 2015 Sheriff's Cup.  The Sheriff's Cup Golf Tournament was introduced by the Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) in 2012. Billed as the "3 C's" (camaraderie, competition & charity) the tournament raises funds for the Sheriff's Foundation of Broward County. Funds raised benefited community programs focusing on public safety, education, prevention and awareness initiatives. Our thanks to BSO Lt. Robert Furman and his committee for another successful golf tournament!

ADT, in partnership with FAU, celebrated "First Responders Day" at the FAU vs. Marshal football game on Saturday, October 17, 2015 in Boca. ADT presented a $10,000 donation to the Sheriff's Foundation of Broward and the Sheriff's Foundation of Palm Beach. This is the third year in a row that ADT has made contributions to both foundations at an FAU game in front of thousands of fans, and has become one of ADT's most favorite annual traditions.

 

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The Darrell Gwynn Foundation recently selected the Just Drive Teen DUI Prevention Campaign as a recipient of a $10,000 grant.