2nd Annual C.O.P.S. & Joggers 5/10K Honors Fallen Officers

The 2nd Annual C.O.P.S. & Joggers 5/10K happened on Saturday, May 10th at Lake Phalen in St. Paul. This event, put on by the Minnesota Chapter of the Concerns of Police Survivors, kicked off National Police Week by gathering the family members of fallen officers. It was a beautiful day for a run, and especially for honoring and remembering those who offered their lives to protect ours. The Burnsville Police Department was at the front of the pack after the tragic loss of two of their police officers last year.

Minnesota Concerns of Police Survivors

Across the nation, C.O.P.S. has over 51,000 members, all family members and co-workers of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. This organization provides support in a variety of ways to these individuals. One, arguably the most important, is to provide grief counseling and survivor peer support. Having a community around you to support during the most difficult time of your life is essential. C.O.P.S. also offers financial support to families, scholarships, and program retreats. They will assist families with preparing a line of duty death funeral, enrolling in national and state memorials, and other important logistics. From day one to years to come, C.O.P.S. is here to provide support wherever needed. All of these services are free to survivors.

Support the Cause

Jeff Belzer’s Chevrolet was honored to be a sponsor of the 2nd Annual C.O.P.S. & Joggers 5/10K. Military, law enforcement, and first responder initiatives are close to our heart, and this was a wonderful event to be a part of. If you feel connected to this mission, we encourage you to read more about their organization and donate to their cause if interested. If you are a survivor, C.O.P.S. is here to help you in your journey and meet you where you’re at. Watch a CBS story published about the event! Look at how Jeff Belzer’s is involved in its community and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to see what we’re up to.