Fundraisers, blood drives, etc. are all good! But think about the impact of a day where everyone in the city, state, or country; all drives around with their headlights on. I think it would be infectious! We spread the event throuugh everyone we possibly could (friends, professional contacts, social sites, media, corporations, etc.), and get a nationwide movement going!
I mean; who wouldn't support that?
But we all drive with our headlights on.
Think of something else.
Only 20% of cars on the road today have auto daytime running lights! But whatever; Let's think about something that is undeniable in its display of support.
I was actually thinking about this earlier around noon. I wonder if we could get something going to maybe serve the Baton Rouge LE community a lunch or something. Of course with the current state of things it would be best to not be too publicized beforehand to the public for the safety of all involved. I could see Red Beans and Rice and Jambalaya being served. Maybe if someone has access to a big BBQ pit burgers and dogs could be served as well. Could get soft drinks donated.
BRPD headquarters was moved to an old hospital building a few years ago. They have a ton of parking lot space. Might be able to just cook for them right there...
My wife was LE when we met, She would definitely help out as would I. I have a Jambalaya pot that could be used. Decent sized, not monstrous. I like this idea of being able to cook for them and be able to talk to them and tell them thank you face to face.
BRPD headquarters was moved to an old hospital building a few years ago. They have a ton of parking lot space. Might be able to just cook for them right there...
My wife was LE when we met, She would definitely help out as would I. I have a Jambalaya pot that could be used. Decent sized, not monstrous. I like this idea of being able to cook for them and be able to talk to them and tell them thank you face to face.
That's sort of the type space I was thinking of or perhaps(and I have no clue of location or size of)the shooting range of their departments. It needs to be a place where it won't become a place or opportunity for protesters to show up and create more havoc.
Kind of like the Night Out against Crime; we could do Cook Out for Cops!
Yes, a fundraiser would be awesome too but gets more involved especially when it comes to handling money. The gofundme thing works for contributions. It's possible to get shooting sports, hunting stuff and even guns donated and raffled or even auctioned off.
Initially I was just thinking about a gettogether for the Law Enforcement community to be able to come by(wherever that ends up being)and getting some good eats, a handshake, pat on the back or a hug. I'd like to see St Michael medals handed out to all officers along with a prayer card. Just something to let them know they are REALLY respected and appreciated for what they do.
I'm making a few calls today to see if this would be acceptable.