January 4, 2021
Spotlight Supporters: Ste. Genevieve County

The Annual Golf Tournament held in Ste. Genevieve County has raised over $175,000 for BackStoppers since the first tournament fourteen years ago. The Ste. Genevieve County BackStoppers supporter group is integral to the growth of our cause, and we are honored to share with you […]
January 4, 2021
BackStoppers Bulletin Vol. 2 Issue 10-Amy Marxkors

Amy Marxkors of KMOX’s The Charlie Brennan Show with Amy Marxkors decided to showcase her dedication to our mission by running over 45 miles in six hours! Her efforts were met with an amazing amount of support which totaled over $65,000 for BackStoppers. She shares […]
January 4, 2021
BackStoppers Bulletin Vol. 2 Issue 10-The Stanze Family

August marked 20 years since Officer Robert J. Stanze II of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department was killed in the line of duty. On August 8, 2000, Officer Stanze was shot and killed while arresting a suspect in the shooting of another police officer. […]
January 4, 2021
BackStoppers Bulletin Vol. 2 Issue 10-Christy Weinhold

Christy Weinhold, daughter of St. Louis County Police Sgt. Richard Weinhold, EOW 10/31/00, has learned that her father passed down his passion for animals and service.
Christy has dedicated her life to making the world a better and safer place for animals. This passion for helping […]
January 4, 2021
BackStoppers Bulletin Vol. 2 Issue 10- From the Executive Director

Reflecting on this year with the many challenges presented, I am filled with gratitude for our first responders. It is important to remember and thank those in law enforcement, firefighting and EMS service especially during the holiday season. This season brings time with family and […]
June 24, 2020
Spotlight Supporters: Franklin County

For over a decade a strong group of volunteers have dedicated their time and energy raising awareness and support. The Franklin County BackStoppers supporter group is integral to the growth of our cause, and we are honored to share with you their efforts.
With a population […]
June 24, 2020
Officer Tenorio

You have probably seen Officer Tenorio directing traffic on his motorcycle, interacting with St. Louisans and letting awe inspired kids sit on his decked-out motorcycle during parades. Last June, Downtown St. Louis became a sea of blue as thousands gathered in celebration of the St. […]
June 24, 2020
Jamelah’s Story

When we watch a movie or television show we see it with seamless shots and edits.
We often leave the viewing with the performances of the actors as the main
takeaway, but what we normally do not see is everything behind the scenes that makes that finished […]
June 24, 2020
Collin’s Championship

Collin Grass’ football jersey is stitched with the number 27, the same number his father, Firefighter David Grass, Jr., EOW 7/8/09, wore when he claimed a football championship during his senior year of high school. Collin was only nine years old when his father died […]
June 19, 2020
Julie and Zillah

Julie Weinhold Lueck has found her passion of bringing peace to people with her four-legged partner, Zillah. She models the heart of service that was also shared
with her husband, Sgt. Richard Weinhold of the St. Louis County Police Department, EOW 10/31/00. This desire to comfort […]