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Travis Country APD Officers Relief Fund

The residents of Travis Country want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the men and women of the APD. In the events of March 18^th, their compassion, leadership, and support were instrumental in helping our neighborhood cope with what occurred. Please join us in donating money to the Travis Country Officers Relief Fund. As a contributor to Austin Cops for Charites, the proceeds from this fund go to support officers in need when they need it most.

Hello APD Super Hero and Super Hero Supporters,

On Thursday August 31, 2017 the SWAT team in partnership with other members of APD will be hosting the 3rd Annual Superhero day at Dell Children's Medical Center. As the founders of this unique community give back event we have tried to grow the experience each year to keep up with the kids imaginations. The memories and give a-ways we are able to provide is based on the kindness of our community and its business partners.

In past years we have had toy ponies, custard, super heroes puzzle trading cards and a commemorative event day t-shirts. We would love to build on the momentum and success of past years to make 2017 even better. Last year we partnered with Mikey Mathews at Republic Promos for our event day tee-shirts. We have reached out them again this year to do the same and they are ready to print, but the expense is approximately $2,500. Your support is key in continuing this special outreach to the kids and their families that in need of hope and heroes. Please consider a personal donation or a business referral to help fund the memories that the August 31^st Super Hero Day will provide. Currently Cops for Charities is assisting us with taking your Tax Deductible Donations.

We are on our way to accomplishing our vision of providing kid friendly heroes in the community thanks to Mrs. Ellyn Yacktman and Yacktman Investment Management. Their generosity enabled the purchase of movie quality costumes for our APD Heros. Our team now has the ability to take on our alter ego counterparts and attend events within the community all year long. Some of our heroes have already taken advantage of the opportunity to serve in this special capacity by making an appearance at Helping Hands.

If you or an organization that you are a part of can assist with funds, even the smallest donation can make a difference. We love the community we serve and if you know of anyone that has the desire to get involved, please let me know.

We are very excited that we have come this far and that is due in large part because of the generous help from each of you!

Cops for Charity (C4C)

Send checks cash or money orders to the following address Austin Cops For Charities attention superheroes.

5817 Wilcab Rd

Austin TX 78721

They can make a donation via PayPal on the C4C website BELOW. Also in the comment section make a notation for the superheroes.

“My name is John Gabrielson and I am a Texas Police Officer looking for some financial help in a book project titled “The Blue Line Project”. Last year while speaking at a conference it was suggested that I write a book dealing with American Law enforcement. It was suggested that I tell the story of American policing from the perspective of a patrol officer who currently works on the street as a counter to the false narrative put out by the media and television.”

“This book and coming documentary is not about me, but rather about the men and women of law enforcement and their families. With so many attacks on police, and public mistrust of police at all-time highs, I believe this project, can make a difference. I hope to raise a minimum of $6,000 for this project by the end of 2016. My first goal is to raise the first $2000 by the end of August. With your support I believe these goals are achievable”.

John Gabrielson

Kathryn Magana, mother of SPO Kristy Astran #4729, passed away unexpectedly January 2, 2017. Kathryn was on a fixed income and did not have life insurance. The family has been able to cover funeral costs through a gofundme account https://www.gofundme.com/kathy-maganas-funeral-services. Funds are still needed to purchase a headstone/marker plus caring for Kathryn’s disabled brother. Kathryn and her husband cared for Kathryn’s disabled brother for years on a fixed income and now that responsibility falls to the surviving husband of Kathryn. Any additional funds will go to the purchase of Kathryn’s headstone/marker and to assist Officer Astran’s step-father and her disabled uncle. SPO Astran and her brother, Joseph, are the primary providers for the family. The week after they laid their mom, Kathryn, to rest Joseph was notified he was being laid off with less than a month’s notice. All donations and prayers are greatly appreciated. Blessings to all!