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Back The Blue Police

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. 


-Deuteronomy 31:6

Our History & Mission

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Mission & Vision:

We are a small nonprofit dedicated to bridging the gap between police and communities. Our vision is that one day communities will thrive because our police officers are mentally, emotionally, and spiritually healthy – reaching areas in the community that only they can. Our programs and services focus heavily on making meaningful changes that bring harmony and hope. Our goal is to go on a national level, encouraging community policing and involvement. 


Slogan:

Together We Can | Police & Communities.


History:

Back The Blue Police was created June 30, 2020 after Kara organized a Back The Blue March in

Tulsa and hosted an appreciation luncheon for the Skiatook & Sperry Police and Fire EMT

departments. While planning these events Kara received a few messages from counter protesters

that wished to create unity and understanding among police and civilians. It was clear there was

a need for all voices to be heard in a respectful and kind way.

Our People

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KARA RAILEY, FOUNDER & CEO

Bruce Clemonds, Board Member

KARA RAILEY, FOUNDER & CEO

Kara started this organization as a means to help support all law enforcement and communities. It is her hope with biblical principles and community involvement we can make life lasting changes that better our police and communities.

kara@backthebluepolice.com

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Patrick Martin, Board Member

Bruce Clemonds, Board Member

KARA RAILEY, FOUNDER & CEO

My great-grandfather, grandfather, brother, uncles, and cousins all served in policing in some capacity - everything from Town Marshals, FBI, to DEA. I was a police officer for 26 years and served as a college instructor teaching Criminal Justice. One day a friend refers Kara to me because she is writing a book. We started talking and aft

My great-grandfather, grandfather, brother, uncles, and cousins all served in policing in some capacity - everything from Town Marshals, FBI, to DEA. I was a police officer for 26 years and served as a college instructor teaching Criminal Justice. One day a friend refers Kara to me because she is writing a book. We started talking and after a few weeks she asked me to become more involved and offered a nomination on the board as the Director of Programs. I happily excepted and I’m now serving my community in a different capacity. 

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Bruce Clemonds, Board Member

Bruce Clemonds, Board Member

Bruce Clemonds, Board Member

Bio Pending. 

FAQ

Where are my donations going?

Where are my donations going?

Where are my donations going?

Donations help us continue our mission of bridging the gap between police and communities. We rely on supporters like you to keep our nonprofit operational and our programs up and running. 

Are Board members employees?

Where are my donations going?

Where are my donations going?

No. All board members are volunteers dedicated to our mission and receive no compensation for their roles or contributions.   

What is BBP’s relationship with Tier Level?

What is BBPs stance on current events regarding BLM and police reform?

What is BBPs stance on current events regarding BLM and police reform?

Tier Level has done wonderful things for BBP! They have allowed us to fund most of our programs, events, and general business expenses by designing merchandise at or near production cost. The marketing and digital services they provide are often gifts they do not charge us for. The owners of Tier Level are completely dedicated to backing the blue and we are thankful to have them. 

What is BBPs stance on current events regarding BLM and police reform?

What is BBPs stance on current events regarding BLM and police reform?

What is BBPs stance on current events regarding BLM and police reform?

Back the Blue Police is focused on community and police out-reach and creating unity between police and citizens. While there are other groups and issues nationwide that involve similar topics, some of which attract controversy, we are committed to helping in a manner which is focused on results, and welcome any peaceful and legal cooperation.

Donation Refund Policy

Donations

We cherish every donation and work hard to ensure every dollar is put to work helping others quickly. When we receive your donation, we believe it was your full intention to support our efforts to meet our communities and officer’s unmet needs. Because Back The Blue Police puts all donations to work quickly, we do not offer refunds on any donations or any donations made in receipt of gift items.

If Back The Blue Police offers a gift with a donation and there is a choice of gifts, please choose carefully. We do not give refunds if you change your mind or make a wrong decision.


Purchased Goods

Back The Blue Police may offer, goods for purchase where a percent of the goods purchased will help support the nonprofits efforts. In such cases, goods that are faulty, wrongly described, different from the sample shown to you, or don’t do what they are supposed to do, you will be able to choose between a refund, exchange or credit. 


These goods will be clearly marked as such and will be considered purchased goods and will not be considered a donation or eligible for tax deduction.


Purchased Event Tickets

Back The Blue Police may offer, from time to time, tickets for fundraising events where a percentage of the event donation will help support the nonprofits efforts. In such cases, when we receive your event donation, we believe it was your full intention to support our efforts to meet our communities and officer’s unmet needs. Because Back The Blue Police puts all donations to work quickly, we do not offer refunds on any donations or any donations made for events. 


The ticket may be transferred to another designated attendee. Please notify Back The Blue Police of this transfer at info@backthebluepolice.com. 


Please Note: Refunds, exchanges or credits will not be offered on items that have been damaged or worn. 


The exception to these policies is if we or our bank have made a mistake in processing, resulting in overpayment or donations. We will issue a check, money order, or cashier check in the amount of overpayment within 30 days of being notified in writing. 


Please retain your receipt for proof of purchase.

Financials & Legal Documentation

Our preliminary budget is under the $50K threshold with the IRS 1023 so we were eligible to file the 1023EZ which has been submitted.  Once we have financials to be able to share, as a 501(c)3, we will make our tax returns available upon request, and they will be available on GuideStar and our website.


Document numbers are on top of the Secretary Of State filings.

Board Meeting Minutes

7.14.20 (pdf)Download

We strive to be completely transparent. Please submit all questions in writing to info@backthebluepolice.com so we can keep our FAQ section updated. 


Thank you for your support!

Back The Blue Police, Inc.

Donations to Back The Blue Police are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. Back The Blue Police is recognized by the IRS as a not for profit 501c3 charitable organization.

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Together We Can | Police & Community.