Announcement

We are now providing ongoing assistance to the family of Chief Garry Moore of the Whitewater Fire Protection District. Chief Moore died in the line of duty on April 2, 2025 while responding to a call in extreme severe weather. Chief Moore began serving as a […]

We are honored to provide assistance to Fairview Heights Police Officer Herminio Raimundi and Officer Jonathan Henne who were injured in the line of duty on May 17, 2025. "My thoughts and prayers remain with these brave public servants of the Fairview Heights community. They are […]

We are honored to provide assistance to Fairview Heights Police Officer Molly Muennich and three other officers who were injured in the line of duty on May 17, 2025. "I was honored to present this assistance to Officer Molly Muennich and to see her in such […]

We are honored to provide assistance to St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Det.  Cameron Jackson. Det. Jackson was responding to assist fellow officers with the apprehension of fleeing criminals when he was involved in a traumatic motor vehicle crash. Det. Jackson's injuries include spinal injuries […]

The BackStoppers is honored to provide immediate assistance to the family of Firefighter Chevy Gall of the Beaufort Leslie Fire Protection District . This immediate assistance is designed to offer some relief while the qualification process continues. It is important to note that, as part of […]

The BackStoppers is honored to provide immediate assistance to the family of  Chief Garry Moore. This immediate assistance is designed to offer some relief while the qualification process continues. It is important to note that, as part of our ongoing commitment, The BackStoppers does not guarantee […]

We are honoring the legacy of Paramedic Michael Clarke who died in the line of duty on October 14, 2024. Paramedic Clarke was found unresponsive at the St. Charles County Ambulance District after having run nine emergency calls during a 48-hour shift. Paramedic Clarke was 27 […]

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Elizabeth “Liz” Woodland, widow of fallen hero Firefighter Oliver Woodland, Sr.   Liz was a beloved member of the BackStoppers family for 51 years and was 91 years old. On July 2, 1973, Liz’s husband, […]

We are now assisting the family of Capt. James Cova who died in the line of duty on July 9, 2024. Capt. Cova was found unresponsive at the Affton Fire Protection District after responding to multiple calls. Capt. James Cova was 54 years old and had […]

The BackStoppers is excited to announce the appointment of Lawrence (Larry) O’Toole as the organization’s new Executive Director. His appointment comes as Chief Ron Battelle prepares to retire at the end of this year after a distinguished tenure leading the organization.  Former Chief O’Toole was selected […]