Join the Mission

Join Us in Strengthening Those Who Serve.

Help strengthen law enforcement families through your time, talents, and treasure.

Become a Champion
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There’s More Than One Way to Partner

Partnership is not only about giving money. It’s about joining the mission in the way you’re able.

You can volunteer your time. You can share your talents. You can give financially.

Every role matters. Every gift matters. Every family reached starts with people who care enough to say yes.

Three Partnership Paths

Serve

CHAMPION

Bless The Badge Champions are supporters who help serve, advocate, encourage, and spread the mission.

You don’t have to be law enforcement. You don’t have to be a trainer. You simply have to care.

  • Monthly service challenges
  • Share events and resources
  • Encourage officers and spouses
  • Make local introductions
  • Support local events
  • Pray for law enforcement families
Become a Champion

Lead

INSTRUCTOR, COACH, COORDINATOR, AMBASSADOR

Help strengthen other families through teaching, coaching, hosting, mentoring, and leadership.

These pathways are designed for law enforcement officers and spouses.

Pathways:

TRT Instructor → TRT Coach

Event Coordinator → State Ambassador

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FINANCIAL PARTNERSHIP

Financial partners help provide experiences, coaching, scholarships, instructor development, and practical resources for law enforcement families.

  • One-time gifts
  • Monthly giving
  • Event sponsorships
  • Church mission support
  • Corporate partnerships
  • Foundation grants
  • Scholarship funding
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Why People Join the Mission

We believe no law enforcement family should walk this journey alone.

Every summit, retreat, coaching conversation, instructor, volunteer, sponsor, and supporter helps strengthen law enforcement families across the country.

Together, we're strengthening those who serve.

The Easiest Way to Start: Become a Champion

No application. No experience required.

Champions are people who believe in strengthening law enforcement families and want to help in practical ways. This is the most open partnership path we offer. Anyone can become a Champion.

Become a Champion

Serve

take part in simple monthly service challenges.

Advocate

share the mission and invite others in.

Connect

help open doors in your community.

For Officers and Spouses Ready to Lead

Some people feel called to take the next step and help strengthen other families through teaching, coaching, coordinating, or statewide leadership.

BTBM Community Pathway

Event Coordinator
Help bring events, trainings, and experiences to your area.

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State Ambassador
Build relationships, support local leaders, and help expand the mission across your state.

Become an Event Coordinator

TRT Certification Pathway

TRT Instructor
Teach practical relationship tools built for law enforcement life.

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TRT Coach
Walk with couples as they apply the tools at home.

Become a TRT Instructor

Not sure where to begin?  Click here for LE couple pathway details →

Because People Partner, Families Are Reached

TRT Training

Summits

Retreats

Cruises

Coaching

Scholarships

Instructor Development

Family Resources

Agency Connections

Community Support

Churches, Businesses, Agencies, and Foundations Can Partner Too

Churches

Adopt BTBM as a mission partner through giving, service, prayer, or event support.

Businesses

Sponsor summits, retreats, cruises, scholarships, or family resources.

Agencies

Bring TRT to officers, spouses, and families through academies and in-service training.

Foundations

Fund programs that help officers, spouses, and families thrive.

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What Partnership Makes Possible

Manny F.

Law Enforcement Officer

“The training has been such a blessing in my personal growth and healing as a man, husband, father, and law enforcement officer.”

Jayme H.

Law Enforcement Spouse

“It changed our lives. It made me realize how he was feeling, how this job affects everything, and how we can deal with it, so our family doesn't just become another law enforcement statistic.”

Michael M.

Law Enforcement Officer

“A blessing to many law enforcement marriages and families that will bear fruit for many generations to come.”

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Faithful Stewardship

We are committed to using every gift, opportunity, and relationship with integrity, transparency, and purpose.

Nonprofit Status

501(c)(3)

Tax ID Number

EIN 83-2181949

Transparency

Candid Platinum transparency

Established

Serving law enforcement families since 1991

Every Family Reached Starts With Someone Who Says Yes

Whether you give your time, share your talents, invest your treasure, or simply help open a door, there is a place for you in this mission.

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Ken & Wende

Executive Directors

Ken and Wende have been married for over 20 years and are parents to three sons and a grandson. Guided by their Christian faith and shaped by personal trials and service, they are passionate about strengthening first responder families. Ken is a Marine Corps veteran, retired Cincinnati Police officer with 25 years of service, and an ACE-certified Health Coach. Wende brings a background in corporate leadership and is an ICF Life Coach candidate. Together, they lead Bless The Badge Ministries, delivering Tactical Relationship Training nationwide to help families thrive.

Brandon & Micah

Regional Directors

Brandon and Micah, married 25 years, have navigated life’s highs and lows with unwavering faith. Brandon, a 24-year law enforcement veteran with the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, and Micah, his steadfast partner, embody God’s faithfulness through every trial. Through critical incidents and personal victories, they’ve gained deep insights into perseverance and grace. As certified marriage coaches, they are committed to helping couples discover God’s purpose and strengthen law enforcement marriages.

Ty & Candyce

Ty & Candyce

State Ambassadors of California

Ty and Candyce live in California with their daughter, Tarynn. They have been married for sixteen years and are united by faith and service. They are deeply committed to supporting the first responder community. Tyrell has served with the California Highway Patrol since 2017 and currently works as an investigator with the Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Team. Candyce is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Public Safety Certified Clinician. She serves as Clinical Director for a post-trauma retreat and works exclusively with first responders and their families. Both are graduates of LeTourneau University and are passionate about integrating faith into their work.

Emmanuel & Ruthie

Emmanuel & Ruthie

State Ambassadors of Indiana

Emmanuel “Manny” and Ruthie, a LEO couple from Northwest Indiana, have been married 21 years and share three children. Manny served nearly 23 years with the Gary Police Department and now serves with Griffith PD. A former FOP chaplain, he’s part of the Northwest Indiana Peer Support Team for first responders. Both believe that while Manny entered law enforcement to help others, today it’s our first responders who need help the most.

JP & Tori

JP & Tori

State Ambassadors of Louisiana

J.P. and Tori have been married for over 25 years, are blessed to be proud parents, and even more grateful to wear the title of grandparents. J.P. has dedicated over 25 years to serving the Berwick Police Department, where he currently serves as Chief of Police. Throughout his career, J.P. has navigated several critical incidents, with the belief that a strong relationship with God and his spouse is vital in surviving these challenges and maintaining a strong marriage. Faith, family, and service are the core values that guide J.P. and Tori’s lives. They are passionate about supporting law enforcement marriages and are committed to strengthening relationships and making marriages great again.

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Jon & Lindsay

Jon & Lindsay

State Ambassadors of Montana

Jon and Lindsay have been married since 2009 and are the proud parents of four children. Jon has dedicated much of his life to serving others, working in a variety of roles including EMT, reserve deputy, resident/remote substation deputy, and city police officer. He currently serves in the Investigations Division of the Billings Police Department, specializing in major crimes. Through the demands of public service and family life, Jon and Lindsay have sought to build a Christ-centered home, grounded in faith, perseverance, and a desire to serve both their community and those around them.

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State Ambassadors

State Ambassadors play a critical role in serving as the primary point of contact for their state. They oversee all Bless The Badge Ministries (BTBM) activities, including the planning and execution of state-level goals.

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James & Randi

James & Randi

State Ambassadors of Utah

James and Randi have been married for over 20 years and are blessed with five children and two grandchildren. They call the beautiful southwest corner of Utah home. James grew up in a broken home and was determined to build a different legacy for his own family. Randi was raised in a law enforcement family and understands the unique challenges first responder families face. When James felt called to law enforcement, they knew they wanted to be intentional about protecting their marriage and family. That journey led them to Bless The Badge Ministries. Within this community, they found encouragement, fellowship, and practical tools to help their marriage thrive. Today, they are passionate about walking alongside other law enforcement couples and reminding them that strong marriages don’t happen by accident; they’re built on purpose.