Generous Support

The Warren County BackStoppers presented $150,000 from their 2024 Dinner Auction held in February. The Warren County BackStoppers has raised nearly $1M since 2011! We would like to thank the Warren County BackStoppers committee, sponsors, attendees and speakers that dedicated their time and efforts into making […]

Sgt. Jesse L. Murphy, Jr. and his wife, Avis G. Murphy dedicated their lives to public service. Sgt. Murphy served with the Missouri State Highway Patrol for 33 years, and Avis served 25 years as the supervisor of the Troop C record room. They both […]

Dierbergs Markets is giving back and saying a big thank you to the first responders who assisted during the recent fire at their Des Peres location. From now until February 9th, the Des Peres location will be collecting donations on behalf of BackStoppers upon checkout. […]

We are thrilled to announce that our Give STL Day total, including two matching gifts and a St. Louis Community Foundation Power Hour prize, is $32,738! This record-breaking total could not have been possible without your generosity and dedication to our mission. Our community of […]

Another Polive vs. Fire friendly competition took place in February which brought first responders and the community together to support one mission. Riverview Fire Protection District and the Riverview Police Department battled one another in competition for the best chili in town. Droves of people packed […]

We have seen an incredible response of support from the community this summer, especially from our young supporters. Selling lemonade and refreshments with proceeds benefiting BackStoppers was how these dedicated groups helped our mission.   We would like to thank and recognize the Bialecki Family, the […]

Eight years ago, Rollin’for BackStoppers Executive Director, Lt. Cheryl E. Orange with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, saw a need in the first responder community. She had a vision of gathering minority communities, specifically African American, and spreading awareness of the BackStoppers’ mission. Lt. […]

This fall, Dr. Adam Snyder organized a golf tournament honoring the memory of his younger brother, fallen hero Officer Blake Snyder.  Dedicated friends Pat and Kim Lawrence, Wesley Strowmatt, and Toby Henesey made up the organizing committee, and the event was a fantastic success.  Held […]

Our friends at Gerding Enterprises have shown incredible support to the BackStoppers over the last couple of years. Last year, they held their 1st Annual BackStoppers BBQ which raised over $12,000!  The 2nd Annual BackStoppers BBQ will take place on  October 7th at the VFW in Cedar […]

Are you a runner? A walker? Or want a fun filled family event that benefits our local first responders? Come join us for the 6th Annual Bulltown Run for BackStoppers hosted by The BackStoppers of Jefferson County. The 6th Annual Bulltown Run for BackStoppers is August […]