Formerly known as COSPO - Children of Slain Police Officers

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Sponsor our Meet the Chief Fundraiser - May 6th
    Sponsor our Meet the Chief Fundraiser - May 6th
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    safeguarding the future for children of police officers

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    Supporting families of those who have served Birmingham with the ultimate sacrifice 

    safeguarding the future for children of police officers

    safeguarding the future for children of police officerssafeguarding the future for children of police officerssafeguarding the future for children of police officers

    Supporting families of those who have served Birmingham with the ultimate sacrifice 

    sponsor our meet the chief fundraiser

    May 6th - Galley and Garden Restaurant - 5-6pm

    Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett will share insights into the progress, initiatives and advancements of the Birmingham Police Department.  Sponsorships are $1,000 and include two tickets to the reception.  All proceeds will directly benefit Beyond the Line in their mission to provide education expenses for children of fallen or disabled BPD heroes.

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    Our Mission and Vision

    Our commitment to our fallen heroes

    Beyond the Line is dedicated to empowering the children of fallen or disabled Birmingham Police Officers by providing crucial support throughout their educational journey, from elementary school to college. Our scholarship program ensures these children have access to quality education by covering tuition, fees, supplies, housing, transportation, and other essential resources. By investing in their future, we foster their academic success and honor the sacrifices made by their loved ones who gave everything in service to the people of Birmingham, Alabama.

    beyond the line - IN THE NEWS

    Alabama Public Television - December 15, 2023

    BUZZ in Birmingham stars Children of Slain Police Officers

    AL.com - May 12, 2022

    Birmingham remembers police officers killed in the line of duty:  'This profession is an honorable one'



    WBRC News - March 29, 2019

    Sgt. Carter's wife lends her voice to help two injured Birmingham police officers.

    ABC 33 40 News - August 14, 2018

    Slain Birmingham officer's daughter awarded college scholarship

    BEYOND THE LINE - BOARD OF DIRECTORS

    Executive Committee

    Edward L. Hardin, Jr., Esq., Chairman

    David Kassouf, CPA, Vice Chairman and Treasurer

    Karen Chappell, Secretary

    Directors

    Brian Barr

    Bettina Byrd-Giles

    Ben Coulter, Esq.

    Art Freeman

    Trent Gilbert

    Mike Graham

    Troy Ogden, CSP

    Alvis A. Wright, Jr.


    Birmingham Police Directors

    Chief  Michael Pickett

    Lt. Norman Adams

    Sqt. Coleecia Cainion

    Officer Jodie Schramm

    Emeritus

    Anne McMillan

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    Your donation will honor our fallen heroes

    Support our mission and honor the brave men and women in blue by donating to Beyond the Line. Through our donation portal, individuals and organizations can help fund the education of the children of Birmingham's fallen heroes, ensuring they receive the support they deserve.

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    Beyond the Line

    Post Office Box 130791 - Birmingham, AL 35213

    info@beyond-the-line.org

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