25th annual Shop with a Cop’s final tally: Nearly 100 kids teamed up with 79 officers to choose gifts for families
KTVZ
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday that it’s proud to celebrate the success of the recent, 25th annual Shop with a Cop program, which provided warmth, comfort, and holiday cheer to 95 children across Deschutes County.
Thanks to the generosity of donors, volunteers, and law enforcement partners, the program invested $57,000 directly into meeting real needs for local families, the DCSO said in a news release we’re providing here in full:
This year’s program highlighted the depth of need in our community. Children asked for bedding, warm clothing, and even basic kitchen items like silverware, cups, and pots and pans — items that help families cook meals and stay warm.
Shop with a Cop continues to go beyond holiday gifts, offering dignity, comfort, and hope.
“You can’t help but be moved when you see the smile on a child’s face as they pick out their very first set of warm pajamas or a blanket to call their own,” said Sheriff Ty Rupert. “Some of these kids asked for basic household items, not just toys. It’s emotional because you see first-hand how this program is meeting real needs and making a real difference.”
Shop With a Cop was powered by 79 law enforcement officers from multiple agencies, many of whom participated on multiple days:
Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office
Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Posse
Deschutes County Parole and Probation
Bend Police Department
Redmond Police Department
Sunriver Police Department
Black Butte Police Department
Oregon State Police
Special thanks to:
Kay Walters (Redmond volunteer coordinator)
Amanda Surplus (Bend volunteer coordinator)
AmeriTitle
Kendall Auto Group
Washington Trust Bank
Bend Police Department
Sunriver Citizen Patrol
Re/Max
Mid Oregon Credit Union
Coldwell Banker
DCSO Spouses Group
Eastmont Church Women’s Group
The program also received generous support from:
Walmart (Bend & Redmond)
Pappy’s Pizza (Redmond)
Abby’s Pizza (Bend)
Dutch Bros
McDonald’s
Franz Bakery
Fundraising for Shop with a Cop takes place year-round, and every contribution helps the program continue meeting real needs in our community. This year, the community rallied to raise an additional $31,000, which, combined with funds carried over from last year, allowed DCSO to make a real impact for this milestone 25th anniversary. The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is deeply grateful for the ongoing support from across the county.
How to Donate:
Online:
https://sheriff.deschutes.org/community/programs/shop-with-a-cop/
By Check:
Payable to: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office – Shop with a Cop
Mail to: 63333 Hwy 20, Bend, OR 97703
In Person:
Drop off your donation at the front office—please label it “Shop with a Cop.”