May/June 2026 BtBL Newsletter
Updated: Sep 13
President's Message
Welcome to Summer and our first BTBL Newsletter! With some changes on the Executive Board, at our May meeting, we thought it would be good to bring back the BTBL newsletter that has all of our updates and events in one place.
I hope that you enjoy our bi-monthly newsletter. If there are topics, information, or articles that you would like to share with the BTBL community or seen shared, please reach out to our BTBL Marketing Director, Karrie Krear at Marketing@backingtheblueline.org and we will try to incorporate your thoughts and ideas.
As everyone knows, we made the tough decision to cancel our BTBL Ball this year, but we have been busy planning a new Family-oriented Fundraiser called the Blue Line Community Fest to be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at the St. Francis American Legion from 12-4pm. The event is FREE to attend and we will have activities for adults and children. We hope that you can join us!
Finally, we have started to plan the 2026 Sweets, Wine & Training (SWAT) for 2026. Watch your emails and social media for the upcoming date and location. You don’t want to miss it this year!
Gretchen
Resources & Services
Did you know?
Backing the Blue Line has resources available, Family Support, and a Request assistance page on our website.
Law Enforcement Resources
Therapy Resources
Physical and Mental Wellness
Urgent Mental Health
Line of Duty Resources
Financial Resources
Family Support Services
Family support services are open to all members of the law enforcement community and their families - not just members of Backing the Blue Line. If you would like to request assistance, please visit our website and complete the form.
Request Assistance
Upcoming Events
3rd Annual Guns-N-Hoses Charity Golf Tournament
Friday, August 14, 2026
11:30 AM
Majestic Oaks Golf Course
Ham Lake MN
To register, visit https://birdease.com/GNHgolf
Backing the Blue Line
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Backing the Blue Line unites the power of members and generosity of donors to honor and support Minnesota Law Enforcement officers, wives and families; We mobilize to provide services, labor and assistance during times of illness or work-related incidents.
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Backing the Blue Line relies on donations. Our board and committees are run by local volunteers, meaning that 100% of donations go directly to our mission.
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Backing the Blue Line has shown support to countless law enforcement families that are in need.
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