Thank A Police Officer Day on Delmarva | September 18th, 2021

In a world filled with daily challenges and unrest, strife and violence, there are still heroes among us. Each day, these men and women pick up their badges and head out into a society so often defined by judgemental and critical bystanders. Few are the individuals willing to walk into chaos to restore order, deal with people at their lowest and worst times of life, face disrespect and continual scrutiny, and yet we are fortunate enough to have these exceptional people who answered a call. One day each year, we have the opportunity to acknowledge and honor those who live a less selfish life perhaps, in the pursuit of doing something far more significant.

WHAT: "Thank A Police Officer Day" is a nationally recognized date created to show appreciation to law enforcement on the 3rd Saturday in September.
 

WHY Established in 2012 by the Whole Truth Project, this is the sixth year we will be visiting and showing appreciation to area LEO.

WHEN: All over the Delmarva Peninsula, people will be organizing efforts and events in towns and cities during the week of September 13th through the 18th.
 

WHERE: Anyone can get involved right where you are! Our focus is primarily centered on the fourteen counties of Delmarva, which include three counties in Delaware, nine counties along Maryland's eastern shore, and two counties located only the Virginia coast. All together there are more than 140 agencies in this area, ranging from small towns to big cities, so there's likely one right near you.

HOW: Consider adopting a local department and having lunch or dinner delivered, create a fruit or gift basket and make a visit, or simply drop off cookies with a card saying "thank you". We've had people order cakes for their event, send pizza, or set up a snack table for the day! At home you could display a blue light on your porch, fly a blue line flag at your business or add a message of support to an outdoor sign or billboard.

Be sure and join our online event "Thank A Police Officer Day on Delmarva" for ideas and to share photos. See additional  suggestions on this list 25 Ways To Get Involved.

WHO: In addition to area residents, local leaders and elected officials are encouraged to share information about September 18th on their social media channels, recognize Thank A Police Officer Day with a proclamation for their town or city, and invite all citizens to join in observing this event.

We offer resources and ideas, printable images, custom graphics for individual departments (free to download), even a group just for planning out the details. Behind this page is a collection of volunteers eager to share suggestions and working to make the day special for our officers; tell us where you are and what you'd like to do and we'd love to have your participation and energy! Be sure to connect with us on our social networks at the links below, and join the event on Facebook here.

 

Delmarva Supports Law Enforcement was established in support of the men and women who serve the fourteen counties of Delmarva; Delaware and eastern shore areas of Maryland and Virginia); advocating respect for all who serve and protect.

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