PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
We hope the New Year is starting off great for our members, but we know that life interferes and that’s not always the case. For those of you who are struggling in one way or another right now, we send our best wishes, and remember, we are always here for you. You only have to pick up the phone or email us. And don’t forget our Distress Fund is always there also. Contact information is on page 16.
We held our Holiday Party on December 20, 2023. There was a large showing of our members and widows, the atmosphere was happy, and the food was, as usual, good (and free for our members).
The 2023 raffle drawing was held at the Holiday gathering and was a huge success. We sold a little less than 10,000 tickets, with thirty-five (35) cash prizes. Our highest pay-out is $500.00, and the reason we don’t go over $500 is that, by law, the winnings would have to be reported to the IRS. Not in my lifetime!
We had ten folks who purchased almost 2,000 tickets. Two of those ten folks were responsible for the purchase of 1,200 tickets all by themselves.
But, I would like to thank some special people who go overlooked each year. Our widows. We have 450 widows on our roster. Those 450 ladies purchased 35% of our tickets. 35%!! What a wonderful group of caring individuals we have in our organization.
A big Heartfelt Thank You to each and every one of you who purchased or donated to the raffle. We can’t do it without you, and you are the reason our Distress Fund can help our police family in times of need.
Just a note of caution. Covid, the Flu and RSV are all running amok again. Please, if you are feeling ill or have been exposed to one of these illnesses, do not attend our monthly meetings. A few attendees got sick after our gathering. Think twice before exposing others. Of course, we are well aware that you don’t always know when you’ve been exposed and it’s unavoidable. We understand.
Let’s look forward to Spring and getting outside into fresh air!
Daryl
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