PROGRAMS
G.R.I.T. - GUTS. RESILINCE. INTUITION. TENACITY.
This FREE 10 week training course is offered twice a year. The program is designed to empower and prepare women throughout our community to avoid falling victim to crime and knowing how to react if faced with criminal activity. The instructors are our very own SJCSO deputies who provide intense and beneficial training to make these women more aware of the issues that affect our community. Class topics include active shooter, communicating under pressure, domestic violence, drug recognition & awareness, firearms familiarization with a day at the range, home security, internet crimes against children, self defense, sexual assault, simulator training, technology crimes, and more!
Girls with G.R.I.T.
Shop With Your Cops is a community policing initiative led by the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office and the SJCSO Foundation, in collaboration with other local law enforcement agencies. This program focuses on rebuilding relationships between law enforcement and children who have experienced stressful situations involving the police, such as domestic violence incidents. These challenging encounters can leave a lasting impact on children, potentially fostering negative perceptions of law enforcement.
Shop With Your Cops takes a proactive approach to mend these relationships, targeting children between the ages of 2 and 15, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds. Referrals for participation come from various community partners and law enforcement agencies.
Every December, children are invited to join this heartwarming event at Target, where they embark on a delightful shopping spree alongside an officer or deputy. Each child is provided with a budget of $125 to select toys and clothing items, which is made possible through generous community donations.
During the event, children not only shop but also enjoy a hearty breakfast and quality time with a deputy, culminating in a Christmas experience that they may not have otherwise. Witnessing these children leaving the store with beaming smiles, receiving warm hugs from law enforcement officers, and clutching bags full of clothes and toys is truly heartwarming.
Shop With Your Cops
The Reserve Deputy Program is a vital component of the law enforcement community, allowing dedicated individuals to volunteer their time and expertise to support the San Juan County Sheriff's Office in maintaining public safety and upholding the law. Reserve deputies are essentially volunteer law enforcement officers who have undergone specialized training and meet the same high standards as full-time deputies. These dedicated individuals play a crucial role in enhancing the capabilities and resources of the Sheriff's Office, serving as an invaluable extension of the regular law enforcement force.
The funding for this program, made possible through the San Juan County Sheriff's Office Foundation, ensures that reserve deputies have access to necessary resources, training, and equipment. To outfit a new Reserve Deputy with all necessary equipment and training needed, the cost is $7000 per deputy. By partnering with the foundation, your donations allow the Sheriff's Office can continue to provide opportunities for civic-minded individuals to serve their community and contribute to its overall well-being.
Reserve Deputies
The Chaplain Program at the San Juan County Sheriff's Office, which is funded by the SJCSO Foundation, deploys trained volunteer chaplains to provide spiritual and emotional support to the community, victims, and law enforcement personnel. These dedicated chaplains undergo specialized training, equipping them to offer solace and guidance in sensitive situations, such as trauma and grief. They also provide confidential support to SJCSO deputies, helping them navigate the emotional challenges of their roles. Funding from the SJCSO Foundation ensures that these volunteer chaplains receive the necessary training, underscoring a shared commitment to community well-being and support.