The Power of your Contributions

How Your Contributions Helped:

The funds raised through Racine County Support Our Law Enforcement (S.O.L.E.) play a vital role in enhancing the capabilities of local law enforcement, supporting both officers and their K9 partners. Your generous donations have been used in a variety of impactful ways, including the following initiatives:

2023 S.O.L.E Awards

K9 Units: Grants in 2023 helped purchase new K9s for local law enforcement agencies, ensuring they have skilled canine partners. The following K9s were added in 2023:

K9 Clyde, RCSO

K9 Cain, RCSO

K9 Gus, RSCO

K9 Loki, RPD

K9 Kilo, SPD

K9 Aspen, MPPD

Exercise Equipment for MPPD: Grants funded the purchase of exercise equipment for the Mount Pleasant Police Department (MPPD), promoting officer wellness and fitness.

K9 Kala Training: Specialized training was provided for K9 Kala, enhancing the effectiveness of our K9 units.

RASO Laforge Family Support Fund: A portion of the funds was dedicated to the RASO Laforge Family Support Fund, assisting the families of law enforcement officers in times of need.

BUPD Bike Patrol: Support was provided for the Burlington Police Department (BUPD) Bike Patrol, helping officers patrol effectively while engaging with the community.

2024 S.O.L.E. Awards

K9 Units: Grants in 2024 helped purchase new K9s for local law enforcement agencies, ensuring they have skilled canine partners. The following K9s were added in 2024:

K9 Blue, RPD

K9 Buck, BUPD

K9 Grizzly, MPPD

Annual K9 Handler Award

Following the Racine Policeman’s Ball each year, the funds raised directly support the dedicated K9 units serving the Racine community. Racine County K9 Units receive $1,000 for each actively serving K9 within their unit, recognizing the hard work and commitment of these incredible dogs and their handlers. These teams play a vital role in keeping our community safe, and thanks to your generosity, we’re proud to support them. The Racine County K9 units are 100% donation-funded and rely on community contributions to cover their costs—your support makes a real difference!