BackStoppers

The BackStoppers, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization[1] founded in 1959.[2] The organization provides needed financial assistance to the spouses and dependent children of all police officers, firefighters and volunteer firefighters, and publicly-funded paramedics and EMTs who lose their lives or suffer a catastrohpic injury in the line of duty in 18 counties in Missouri and Illinois.[3]

Assistance The BackStoppers' assistance pays off all debt, assumes financial obligations such as mortgage payments, taxes, health and dental insurance, and helps with the costs of elementary, secondary, and college/vocational education.[4] In 2014, The BackStoppers provided $1,392,913 in assistance.[5]

Coverage Area The BackStoppers serves a total of 18 counties, 13 of which are in Missouri and 5 of which are in Illinois.[6] Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop C Counties Served: Cape Girardeau, Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, Perry, Pike, St. Charles, St. Francois, St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Ste. Genevieve, Warren, and Washington. Illinois State Police District 11 Counties Served: Bond, Clinton, Madison, Monroe, and St. Clair.[7]

References

  1. ↑ http://backstoppers.org
  2. ↑ http://backstoppers.org
  3. ↑ http://backstoppers.org
  4. ↑ http://backstoppers.org
  5. ↑ http://backstoppers.org
  6. ↑ http://backstoppers.org
  7. ↑ http://backstoppers.org

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