February 13, 2019
Historical Day for Budwesier Guns ‘N Hoses
One night. One mission. One legendary impact. What an unbelievable record-breaking year for the 32nd year of Budweiser Guns 'N Hoses. This morning, BackStoppers was presented the largest donation in Guns 'N Hoses history with a grand total of $800,000!
Guns ‘N Hoses and the […]
January 25, 2019
One Mission. One Night. Legendary Impact
For 32 years, Budweiser Guns ‘N Hoses has captivated both the first responder and boxing communities, bringing the two groups together in epic bouts. Just like the Gateway Arch, St. Louis proudly claims Budweiser Guns ‘N Hoses as its own monumental tradition, an awe-inspiring mainstay. […]
January 15, 2019
Rollin’ Out Awareness
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. […]
January 15, 2019
Students Making a Difference: The Fallen Officer Project
A group of students from Culver-Stockton College were
presented an opportunity to honor a fallen officer and support the mission of
BackStoppers. Criminal Justice Lecturer and Reserve Deputy in
Monticello, Missori Seth McBride designed a student led project to help students
remember officers that made the ultimate sacrifice and […]
January 7, 2019
Spotlight Supporters: Monroe County
The BackStoppers serves 18 counties in Missouri and
Illinois. Because the region served by BackStoppers extends beyond St. Louis,
we rely on groups of supporters who volunteer their time to help raise
awareness of and funds for our mission in the outlying counties of our coverage
area. These groups, […]
December 31, 2018
Tradition of Heart and Community: The Jordan Family
Officer Robert JordanSt. Louis County Police Dept.EOW 5/16/1981
Officer Robert Jordan served in the Divisions of
Patrol, Operational Support and Criminal Investigation for the St. Louis Police
Department. He was also a Police Recruiter and received numerous letters of
commendation and appreciation from the department and the community he […]
December 27, 2018
A Lineage of Public Service
Officer James ReifschneiderSt. Louis County Police Dept.EOW 4/30/1977
On
April 30, 1977, St. Louis County Police Officer James Reifschneider was
conducting a traffic stop when he was struck by a motorist and killed, leaving
behind his wife, Sue Reifschneider, and their three children. The BackStoppers immediately began assisting
the Reifschneider […]
October 28, 2018
Assisting the Family of Auxiliary Officer Ricardo Davis
The BackStoppers is now assisting the family of Auxiliary Officer Ricardo Davis of the Washington Park Police Department who died in the line of duty on October 27, 2018 as a result of injuries sustained when he fell from the Poplar Street Bridge during a […]
October 2, 2018
2018 Fall Member Drive is Here!
Our 2018 Fall Member Drive is officially here! Throughout the entire month of October new benefits will be included when you join or renew your membership, along with an invitation to our Annual Membership Dinner in 2019! At an Individual membership level you will receive […]
August 13, 2018
Spotlight Supporters: Monroe County
The BackStoppers serves 18 counties in Missouri and Illinois.Because the region served by BackStoppers extends beyond St. Louis, we rely on groups of supporters who volunteer their time to help raise awareness of and funds for our mission in the outlying counties of our coverage […]