Supporting the Families of Fallen Heroes Since 1959
As we reach the end of 2024, The BackStoppers, a 501(c)3 organization, wishes to thank everyone for their generous support. We invite you to consider supporting our mission at this special time of year. Donations in any amount are accepted and appreciated. Please visit backstoppers.org/donate to support the Families of Fallen Heroes today.
Have you thought about planned giving?
Supporting our mission can be implemented in many ways. Planned giving allows you to give intentionally and to always be mission-minded. This type of support makes a tremendous difference and helps us to continue our service to families of fallen heroes. We hope you consider planned giving and keep in mind the lives you are directly impacting.
IRA Charitable Rollover: Reduce your taxable income, if you are 70-1/2 or older, by making a gift directly from your IRA
Beneficiary Designation: Designate The BackStoppers as a beneficiary of your retirement, investment or bank account(s) for a simple way to help the families we serve.
What Will be Your Legacy?
A fantastic way to support families of fallen heroes is to leave a legacy gift to The BackStoppers. By including a bequest to The BackStoppers in your estate planning, your legacy will be to make a difference in the lives of families who have made great sacrifices for our safety. Legacy gifts help send children of fallen heroes to the college of their choice, provide families with healthcare coverage and all out-of-pocket medical expenses, and so much more.
To learn more please visit: backstoppers.org/plannedgiving
For help please contact The BackStoppers at 314.692.0200 or email jim@backstoppers.org
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 retired on July 1, 1981. Along with his first responder career, Sgt.
Murphy was also a veteran and a part of many distinguished groups including the Masonic Order Blue Lodge. He was also recognized multiple times for acts of heroism throughout his career. Sgt. Murphy and Avis’ son, Richard W. “Murph” Murphy and late wife, Leslie L. Murphy, wanted to honor their legacy of service by generously giving to BackStoppers now and through a legacy gift.
“So now is the time we would like to begin helping those families that were left behind by heroes doing the often hazardous jobs they do. Thank you, BackStoppers, for what you do and for allowing Leslie and I to contribute to your success.” The story of Sgt. Jesse Murphy and Avis Murphy is very moving. Through the Murphy’s selfless legacy gift, Sgt. and Mrs.
Murphy’s memory and years of service live on. Thank you, Murph and Leslie, for your generosity and care.
To be honored, contact The BackStoppers about your legacy gift today.
