On eve of presidential election, patriotic lifestyle brand hits new milestone in growing online following
merican apparel and patriotic lifestyle brand Shield Republic has had a big year.
Their charitable arm, Shield Republic Charities, raised more than $450,000 by the end of the first half of the year through their “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser campaigns honoring recently fallen first responders, police officers, or K9 police dogs, blowing away expectations.
And just last week, the growing company’s Facebook page hit a new high of more than 300,000 followers.
In honor of fallen first responders, Shield Republic Foundation donates more than $365K to bereaved families
Following a successful first quarter raising more than $106K for the families of fallen first responders and police officers, Shield Republic Foundation, the charitable arm of the patriotic lifestyle brand Shield Republic, announced today that they have donated more than $365K by the end of the second quarter June 30.
The foundation raised and distributed a grand total of $365,422.26 between January 1 and June 30 through their “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser campaigns featuring the sale of honorary t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals made in the USA. Every Hold the Line campaign honors a recently fallen first responder, police officer, or K9 police dog serving a community in the U.S. All net proceeds from each sale go to the fallen officer’s family or unit.
American lifestyle brand to honor Arizona police officer killed in motorcycle accident
A police officer who lost his life yesterday in a motorcycle crash in Peoria, Arizona is the latest first responder to be honored with an apparel fundraiser from Shield Republic Charities.
The patriotic lifestyle brand announced today that they will recognize the sacrifice of Officer Jason Judd of the Peoria Police Department through the sale of honorary t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals. All net proceeds from the sale will be donated to the Judd family.
Fallen Oklahoma police sergeant to be honored with apparel fundraiser for his family
One of two officers shot during a traffic stop in Tulsa, Oklahoma this week will be honored with a special fundraiser after succumbing to his injuries.
Sergeant Craig Johnson of the Tulsa Police Department died on Tuesday, June 30 after sustaining a gunshot wound to the head two days earlier.
Through American lifestyle brand Shield Republic Charities’ “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser, Sgt. Johnson will be honored with the sale of commemorative t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals, with 100 percent of net proceeds from the sale to be donated to the Johnson family.
Apparel fundraiser will honor third-generation law enforcement officer killed in car accident in Tennessee
A third-generation police officer killed yesterday in a car accident in Brentwood, Tennessee will be honored with a special apparel fundraiser to support his bereaved family.
Officer Destin Legieza of the Brentwood Police Department is the latest first responder to be honored with a “Hold the Line” fundraiser from American lifestyle brand Shield Republic. Through the campaign, the company will sell commemorative t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals recognizing the service and sacrifice of the fallen officer. All net proceeds will be donated to the Legieza family at the conclusion of the campaign.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officer shot amid hit and run pursuit to be honored with apparel fundraiser
A Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officer found dead after allegedly pursuing a suspect involved in a hit and run in LaBelle, Florida will be honored with an apparel fundraiser for his family.
While off duty, Officer Julian Keen of the FWC allegedly became involved in a chase in the early morning hours of Sunday, June 14. Sources say he was trying to apprehend a suspect who fled after a crash near Apache Circle and Nobles Road in Hendry County, Florida.
Pennsylvania officer who died after early June crash will be recognized with special tribute
After sustaining life threatening injuries in a car crash while on duty in early June, a police officer who served with the Jefferson Hills Police Department in Clairton, Pennsylvania has died.
Now, an American lifestyle brand wants to honor his memory and support his family by running a “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser in his honor.
Shield Republic Charities’ latest Hold the Line campaign honors police officer Dale Provins through the sale of commemorative t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals made in the U.S.A. Net proceeds from the sale will be donated to the officer’s family.
Murdered 77-year-old Mississippi officer will be remembered with apparel fundraiser for his family
After falling in the line of duty last weekend, a 77-year-old sheriff’s deputy in Mississippi will be honored with an apparel fundraiser for his family from Shield Republic Charities.
The American lifestyle brand has launched a “Hold the Line” campaign in honor of Deputy Sheriff James Blair of the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Sheriff Blair lost his life when he was transporting an inmate to the Region 8 mental health facility in Mendenhall, Mississippi the afternoon of Friday, June 12. The suspect, Joaquin Blackwell, shot Deputy Blair dead before making his escape. After a 24-hour manhunt, Blackwell was captured and taken into custody. He has been charged with capital murder of a peace officer.
Animal control officer killed by suspected drunk driver in Michigan to receive apparel fundraiser for her family
A young animal control officer killed in the line of duty in Monroe County, Michigan late last week will be honored with an apparel fundraiser for her family.
Darrian Young, age 24, sacrificed her life in the line of duty. On Saturday, June 6 she succumbed to injuries sustained two days earlier when she was hit by a suspected drunk driver.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office animal control officer was driving near the intersection of South Custer Road and Raisinville Road when her vehicle was struck on the driver’s side by a minivan. The driver of the minivan, a 44-year-old woman who was intoxicated, struck Officer Young’s vehicle as she ran a red light.
Sheriff’s sergeant killed in weekend ambush in Northern California will be recognized with special campaign
Shield Republic Charities announced today that their latest Hold the Line apparel fundraiser commemorating fallen first responders will recognize the sacrifice of Sergeant Damon Gutzwiller, who was killed in the line of duty in an ambush last weekend in California.
Sgt. Gutzwiller, who served with the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office, fell amid a confrontation with a suspect armed with firearms and improvised explosive devices in Ben Lomond, California.
Missouri sheriff killed in crash to be commemorated with apparel fundraiser
A sheriff killed in a crash in DeKalb County, Missouri this week will be remembered with a charitable fundraiser for his family.
Shield Republic Charities will run a “Hold the Line” apparel campaign to raise funds for Sheriff Andy Clark of the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, who died in a car accident while responding to a call the morning of Wednesday, June 3. The fundraiser will include commemorative t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals made in America. All net proceeds from the campaign will be donated to the Clark family.
Alabama police sergeant killed in shootout will be honored with ‘Hold the Line’ apparel fundraiser for his family
A police sergeant killed last night in a shootout near a Super 8 motel in Moody, Alabama will be recognized with a special apparel fundraiser for his family.
Shield Republic Charities announced that their latest Hold the Line campaign will recognize the sacrifice of Police Sergeant Stephen Williams, a Moody Police Department officer who was killed in a shootout at the Super 8 Motel at 2451 Moody Parkway the evening of Tuesday, June 2.
Fundraiser will recognize sacrifice of retired Saint Louis police captain killed in early morning riots
A 77-year-old police captain killed during overnight riots in Saint Louis, Missouri will be remembered with a commemorative apparel fundraiser for his family.
Shield Republic Charities’ “Hold the Line” fundraiser will recognize the sacrifice of retired Captain David Dorn, who was murdered early on Tuesday, June 2 by looters outside Lee’s Pawn and Jewelry at 4123 Dr Martin Luther King Drive on the north side of Saint Louis. Officials said he was trying to protect his friend’s shop when looters shot him in the torso, robbed the pawn store, and left Captain Dorn for dead.
California officer killed in weekend protests to be recognized with special fundraiser for his family
A Federal Protective Services officer shot and killed amid a weekend protest in Oakland, California is the latest first responder to be commemorated with special apparel in his honor from American lifestyle brand Shield Republic.
Officer Dave “Patrick” Underwood, age 53, was shot while on duty guarding the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse at 1301 Clay Street in Oakland the evening of Friday, May 29. During protests outside the building, an assassin inside a white van allegedly shot at Underwood and another FPS officer. Underwood died from the gunshot wounds; the second officer remains in critical condition.
Shield Republic announces fundraiser for family of Texas police officer killed in accidental shooting
American lifestyle brand Shield Republic has stepped up to raise funds for the family of an officer killed in the line of duty this week in Fort Bend County, Texas.
The company’s charitable foundation will run a “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser for Deputy Constable Caleb Rule, who served with Fort Bend Precinct 4 Constable’s Office in Sugarland. Deputy Constable Rule was responding to a call in the 3900 block of Chestnut Bend in the Sienna Plantation subdivision in Missouri City early Friday morning when he and his colleagues entered a home to investigate. That’s when Rule was accidentally shot by another deputy constable. He was flown to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Utah police officer killed in shooting will be honored with fundraiser for his family
A police officer killed in the line of duty this week in Ogden, Utah is the newest hero to be honored with a commemorative apparel fundraiser from American lifestyle brand Shield Republic.
Police Officer Nate Lyday was shot and killed on Thursday, May 28 while responding to a 911 call from a woman who said her husband had threatened to kill her. When he arrived at the scene near the 300 block of Jackson Avenue, the woman’s husband opened fire through the front door, striking Officer Lyday. His colleagues pulled him from the scene and rushed him to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Apparel Fundraiser will support family of North Dakota police officer killed in shootout
American lifestyle brand Shield Republic announced today that they will run a new apparel fundraiser to remember and honor a fallen North Dakota police officer while raising funds for his family.
Through Shield Republic Charities’ “Hold the Line” campaign, officer Cody Holte of the Grand Forks Police Department will be honored with commemorative apparel, including t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals. All net proceeds from the sale will be donated to Officer Holte’s family.
Louisiana state trooper killed in crash will be remembered with apparel fundraiser
A 33-year-old Louisiana state trooper who succumbed last weekend to injuries sustained in an accidental crash May 20 will be honored with a new apparel fundraiser in support of his family.
Shield Republic Charities announced today that they will run a “Hold the Line” fundraiser for the bereaved loved ones of Trooper George Baker, who lost his life on Saturday, May 24.
Apparel company to donate $9.5K to family of Texas police officer killed in April ambush shooting
After sacrificing his life in the line of duty last month, a Texas police officer was honored with a commemorative apparel fundraiser from American lifestyle brand Shield Republic.
Today, the company announced that they have raised $9,583.24 for Officer Justin Putnam, who lost his life in an ambush after responding to a domestic disturbance call on Saturday, April 18. Funds were raised through the patriotic brand’s “Hold the Line” campaign featuring American-made t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals paying tribute to the fallen hero.
Idaho deputy killed in crash to be remembered with special apparel fundraiser
A young deputy killed in the line of duty in Idaho this week will be honored with a special apparel fundraiser for his family.
Shield Republic Charities, the foundation of American lifestyle brand Shield Republic, will recognize the sacrifice of Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Wyatt Maser with a new “Hold the Line” campaign featuring commemorative apparel including t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals. All net proceeds from the sale will be donated to the deputy’s family.
Charity raises more than $31K for family of slain Nevada sergeant
American lifestyle brand Shield Republic announced today that they have raised more than $31K for the family of a fallen Nevada state trooper.
Sergeant Jenkins was fatally shot in the line of duty the morning on Friday, March 27 while assisting a motorist stopped at US-93 and White Pine County at Mile Marker 106 outside of Ely.
Through their “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser, the company’s charitable foundation donated $31,881.91 to the family of Sergeant Ben Jenkins, who served with Nevada Highway Patrol’s Northern Command.
American lifestyle brand Shield Republic donates $20K in memory of Washington State Patrol Trooper
An apparel fundraiser honoring a Washington State Patrol trooper struck and killed in the line of duty in March raised more than $20K for the officer’s bereaved wife.
Through Shield Republic’s “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser for Trooper Justin Schaffer, the company sold tees, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals paying tribute to the fallen trooper, with 100 percent of net proceeds donated to his family.
Fundraiser for Cincinnati-area police officer killed during car chase raises more than $11K
A fundraiser organized by an American lifestyle brand has raised more than $11K for the family of a police officer killed in the line of duty in Springdale, Ohio last month.
Shield Republic Charities, the charitable foundation of patriotic lifestyle brand Shield Republic, presented a check for $11,164.83 to the family of Officer Kaia Grant on April 21. The 33-year-old officer was killed in the line of duty when a fleeing suspect with a felony burglary warrant crashed into her late on Saturday, March 21.
Charity to raise funds for family of police officer killed in line of duty in Kansas
A Kansas police officer fatally shot last weekend while pursuing a hit-and-run suspect will be honored posthumously with a special fundraiser for his family.
American lifestyle brand Shield Republic has introduced a new “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser for Officer Michael Mosher of the Overland Park Police Department, who was killed on Sunday, May 3. He was driving to work when he witnessed a hit-and-run near the intersection of Antioch Road and West 143rd Street. After calling for backup and following the fleeing vehicle along Antioch Road, the suspect pulled over and opened fire.
Houston police officer killed in helicopter crash to be honored with fundraiser for his family
A police officer killed in a helicopter crash last weekend in Houston, Texas will be remembered with a special fundraiser.
Shield Republic Charities, the foundation of American lifestyle brand Shield Republic, has launched a “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser to sell commemorative t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals honoring Officer Jason Knox of the Houston Police Department. Net proceeds from the sale will be donated to his family at the close of the fundraiser.
Charitable foundation presents $10K donation in honor of slain Phoenix police commander
Shield Republic Charities, the charitable arm of patriotic lifestyle brand Shield Republic, announced today that their apparel fundraiser benefiting the family of a fallen Phoenix, Arizona police commander has raised more than $10,000.
A donation check for $10,648.60 was presented on April 22 to the family of Commander Greg Carnicle of the Phoenix Police Department. The 31-year police veteran was fatally wounded while responding to a domestic disturbance call on March 29 near 39th Drive and Pinnacle Peak Road in Phoenix.
Charitable foundation presents check to family of North Carolina highway patrol trooper killed in crash
Shield Republic Charities, the charitable arm of American lifestyle brand Shield Republic, announced today that they have raised more than $25K for the family of fallen state trooper Nolan J. Sanders, who served with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. Trooper Sanders lost his life in the line of duty in a single-vehicle crash on I-795 in Wayne County near Pikeville on Friday, March 27.
This week, the Shield Republic team presented a check for $25,895.79 to his family in Wilson.
American lifestyle brand to honor murdered Louisiana lieutenant with apparel fundraiser
A officer brutally murdered while on duty in Baton Rouge, Louisiana Sunday will be honored with an apparel fundraiser for his family.
Shield Republic’s latest “Hold the Line” fundraiser honors the sacrifice of Sergeant Glenn Dale Hutto, Jr., who was promoted posthumously to the rank of lieutenant by the Baton Rouge Police Department.
Texas deputy killed in vehicle crash to be remembered with fundraiser for his family
A Texas sheriff’s deputy killed in a vehicle crash near Temple this last weekend will be honored with a Hold the Line apparel fundraiser from American lifestyle brand Shield Republic.
The first responder fell in the line of duty in the early hours of Sunday, March 26, when he was called to provide backup to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office. They were pursuing a suspect fleeing north along I-35.
Former Padres catcher, San Diego police officer to be recognized posthumously for sacrifice in the line of duty
A San Diego police officer and former Major League Baseball catcher who recently lost his life will be recognized with a fundraising campaign from American lifestyle brand Shield Republic.
Shield Republic Charities has launched a “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser for Officer Dan Walters, who died April 23 after succumbing to injuries incurred in the line of duty 17 years ago.
Shield Republic Charities donates more than $100K in memory of fallen police officers
Shield Republic Charities, the charitable arm of the patriotic lifestyle brand Shield Republic, announced today that they have donated more than $106,343.70 in the first quarter of this year to the families of fallen police officers and other first responders.
Funds were raised primarily through numerous “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser campaigns, through which the company sold honorary t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals made in the USA. Each Hold the Line campaign honors a recently fallen first responder, police officer, or K9 police dog serving a community in the U.S., with 100 percent of net proceeds from sales through each campaign donated to the fallen officer’s family or unit.
Family of officer killed in Missouri mass shooting honored with donation from apparel fundraiser
At the close of the latest Hold the Line apparel fundraiser from Shield Republic Charities, another fallen police officer will be commemorated with a donation in his honor.
Shield Republic Charities recently donated $10,212.48 to the Springfield Police Officers Association Relief Fund in support of the family of Officer Christopher Walsh of the Springfield, Missouri Police Department.
Georgia police officer killed on duty by drunk driver will be honored with apparel fundraiser
An award-winning officer killed on duty after being struck by a drunk driver will be commemorated with a special fundraising campaign to support his family in the wake of his death.
On Monday, April 20, Officer Christopher Ewing was on duty when his cruiser was struck around 11 p.m. by a driver on South Cobb Drive near I-285 in Smyrna. The driver of the vehicle, 35-year-old Robert Lorenzo Cox of Duluth, was operating the vehicle while intoxicated. He was charged with felony homicide by vehicle.
Charity to honor slain Texas police officer with apparel fundraiser for his family
After falling in the line of duty last weekend while responding to a domestic disturbance call, one Texas police officer will be honored for his sacrifice with a charitable fundraiser for his family.
Officer Putnam was killed and two other police officers were injured the evening of Saturday, April 18, when a man wearing body armor ambushed the first responders, opening fire with a rifle at Twin Lake Villas Apartments on Hunter Road in San Marcos. The suspect fatally shot himself at the scene. The other two officers are expected to recover.
New apparel fundraiser will bring aid to family of Illinois police chief killed in car crash
An Illinois police chief killed Easter weekend in a single-vehicle crash will be honored with a new apparel fundraiser for his family.
Police Chief Terrence “Terry” Engle, leader of the Hampton Police Department in Rock County, Illinois, was killed in a car accident on the evening of Saturday, April 11. The chief was responding to a 911 call when his car crashed into a tree off Illinois Route 84 near 180th Street North. He died after being transported to the hospital.
Apparel fundraiser for Philadelphia SWAT officer killed in shooting raised more than $8K
American lifestyle brand Shield Republic announced today that at the close of their “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser for fallen Philadelphia corporal James O’Connor, the company raised more than $8,000 for his family.
O’Connor, who had served as a police officer for more than 23 years, was posthumously given the rank of sergeant. He was 46 years old.
South Carolina deputy killed in two-car collision will be honored with fundraiser for his family
After sacrificing his life in the line of duty Easter weekend, a Sheriff’s deputy in Charleston, South Carolina will be remembered with a special apparel fundraiser for his family.
Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Ladue of the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office was killed in the line of duty in the early hours of April 13, when his cruiser was struck by a vehicle while driving near the 2400 block of Savannah Highway near Dobbin Road.
Indianapolis police officer killed in line of duty to be honored with fundraiser for her family
Patriotic lifestyle brand Shield Republic Charities announced today that their newest “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser will recognize the sacrifice of Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Officer Breann Leath. Officer Leath was fatally shot April 9 while responding to a domestic disturbance call on the 1800 block of Edinburge Square near 21st Street and North Franklin Road on the east side of the city.
While responding to the disturbance call, Officer Leath was struck by gunshots from the apartment. She died after being transported to the hospital.
American Lifestyle brand presents donation to family of slain Arkansas police officer
In honor of fallen Arkansas police officer Brent Scrimshire, Shield Republic Charities yesterday presented a donation check for $11,637.47 to the officer’s bereaved family.
The donation was raised through the charity’s “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser and donated to the Brent Scrimshire Memorial Fund.
Officer Scrimshire, who served with the Hot Springs Police Department, was an award-winning police officer killed in the line of duty March 10. He was gunned down after a round of gunfire with a suspect at a traffic stop on Kenwood Street in Hot Springs.
Charitable foundation to raise funds for family of slain Phoenix police commander
After responding to a disturbance call yesterday evening near 39th Drive and Pinnacle Peak Road in Phoenix, Arizona, Commander Greg Carnicle of the Phoenix Police Department was fatally shot. Now, the 31-year police veteran will be recognized with a special “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser from Shield Republic Charities, the charitable arm of the Patriotic lifestyle brand Shield Republic.
Fundraiser aims to support family of North Carolina state highway patrol trooper killed in crash
A state trooper killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-795 in Wayne County near Pikeville yesterday will be honored with commemorative apparel remembering the officer’s sacrifice while raising funds for his grieving family.
Trooper Nolan J. Sanders was driving his cruiser while on duty the evening of Friday, March 27 when he lost control of his vehicle and collided with a concrete culvert off I-795 near the U.S. 70 bypass. He died at the scene.
Slain Nevada sergeant to be honored with commemorative apparel fundraiser
A sergeant with Nevada Highway Patrol’s Northern Command who was killed in the line of duty Friday will be honored with a commemorative apparel fundraiser from Shield Republic.
Sgt. Ben Jenkins, 47, was fatally shot while assisting a motorist early in the morning on Friday, March 27. The motorist was stopped at US-93 and White Pine County at Mile Marker 106, just outside of Ely.
Fundraiser pays tribute to fallen Washington State Patrol Trooper
A Washington State Patrol trooper struck and killed in the line of duty this week is the latest hero in blue to be honored with a “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser from Shield Republic.
The charitable arm of the American lifestyle brand has introduced a new line of commemorative apparel honoring the sacrifice of Trooper Justin Schaffer. During a high-speed pursuit of a fleeing suspect on I-5 Tuesday, the 28-year-old state trooper exited his vehicle to deploy deflater strips to stop the suspect’s vehicle. That’s when he was fatally struck during the multi-car pursuit across Thurston and Lewis Counties. The suspect continued his flight until he crashed into a light post and surrendered after a standoff with SWAT officers.
Cincinnati-area police officer struck by vehicle after 30-car chase will be honored with apparel fundraiser
Saturday night, a 33-year-old police officer in the city of Springdale, Ohio was killed in the line of duty when a fleeing suspect with a felony burglary warrant crashed into her.
Now, the fallen officer will be honored with a special apparel fundraiser for her bereaved loved ones. Shield Republic Charities announced today a new “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser for Kaia Grant of the Springdale Police Department in Springdale, Ohio.
Award-winning Texas deputy to be remembered with special apparel fundraiser from Shield Republic
A senior deputy who died in a car crash yesterday in the Austin, Texas area will be honored with a commemorative apparel fundraiser from Shield Republic.
The patriotic lifestyle brand honors fallen police officers and first responders through their “Hold the Line” campaigns, with 100 percent of net proceeds from the sale of t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, ladies tank tops and decals to be donated to the officer’s family or unit. The company’s latest Hold the Line campaign honors Christopher Korzilius, Sr. Deputy in Travis County, Texas who served with the Travis County Sheriff’s Office (TSCO) for close to four years.
New campaign honors Georgia deputy who died in line of duty following car wreck
A deputy in Bibb County, Georgia who died yesterday in a car accident is the latest police officer to be honored with a fundraising campaign from Shield Republic Charities.
The charitable foundation of the American Lifestyle brand has introduced a new line of commemorative apparel remembering Deputy Kenterrous Taylor, who was killed in a crash at intersection of Forsyth and Rivoli Drive in Macon, Georgia the morning of March 18. The 27-year-old officer was off duty when he heard a burglary call and chose to respond. On the way to the scene, he lost control of his cruiser and struck a wall near the Rivoli Crossing Shopping Center. He was ejected from the rolling vehicle and died on the scene.
Following Missouri mass shooting, new fundraiser honors slain hero
Amid the chaos of the global coronavirus pandemic forcing shut-downs everywhere, a shooter went on a rampage at a gas station in Springfield, Missouri, killing four. Among the casualties was police officer Christopher Walsh, a 32-year-old Army veteran and active Army reservist who had served with the Springfield Police Department for more than three and a half years.
Philadelphia SWAT officer honored with commemorative apparel fundraiser in wake of fatal shooting
After a Philadelphia Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) officer was gunned down this morning, a patriotic apparel business stepped up to create a charitable campaign honoring the fallen officer and raising funds for his family.
The charitable foundation of American lifestyle brand Shield Republic will run a “Hold the Line” fundraiser for Philadelphia Police Department SWAT Cpl. James O’Connor starting today. The sale will include honorary tees, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, ladies’ tank tops and decals, with 100 percent of net proceeds to be donated to the O’Connor family via the Philadelphia Police Department.
Patriotic lifestyle brand presented check in memory of fallen Florida trooper
Shield Republic Charities presented a check this week to the family of officer Joseph Bullock, a Florida highway patrol officer who was killed in the line of duty in February.
On Wednesday, March 12, the charitable arm of the American lifestyle brand team presented a check for $14,527.64 to Trooper Bullock’s surviving family, including his parents and two sisters, at the close of their “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser honoring the officer’s sacrifice.
North Carolina company announces fundraiser for fallen Arkansas police officer
An award-winning police officer from Hot Springs, Arkansas who was killed in the line of duty this week will be honored with an apparel fundraiser for his family.
American lifestyle brand Shield Republic launched a new “Hold the Line” fundraiser to benefit the family of Officer Brent Scrimshire of the Hot Springs Police Department, who was gunned down during a traffic stop March 10.
Fundraiser pays tribute to North Carolina firefighter who died in the line of duty
A volunteer firefighter in Wayne County, South Carolina who died this month in the line of duty will be honored with a special fundraiser run by American lifestyle brand Shield Republic.
New Fundraiser Memorializes South Carolina Officer Killed Delivering Eviction Notice
Shield Republic Charities has launched a new “Hold the Line” fundraiser honoring a South Carolina police officer and military veteran gunned down delivering a detention order and eviction notice in Dalzell.
Patriotic apparel brand surpasses 200K followers on Facebook Page
The page, launched in April 2017, sometimes garners thousands of likes, shares and comments on their most popular posts. Post content ranges from information about police and first responder triumphs and tragedies to patriotic and politically conservative memes, photos from the Shield Republic fan base, as well as information about contests and giveaways run throughout the year.
Shield Republic launches Hold the Line fundraiser for fallen Canadian County Officer
Lieutenant Shirley Lanning was killed in the line of duty in a head-on collision on the Northwest Expressway near the Kilpatrick Turnpike in Oklahoma City on February 14. Lt. Lanning had served in law enforcement, most recently with the Canadian County Sheriff’s Office, for three decades.
New apparel fundraiser honors Utah police dog shot in the line of duty
Through the Hold the Line K9 fundraiser for K9 Hondo, Shield Republic will make available commemorative apparel honoring the Belgian Malinois, who was shot and killed on Friday, February 14 during the hunt for a fugitive wanted in connection with a homicide. K9 Hondo served with the Herriman Police Department in Herriman, Utah under handler Sergeant Ben Ricks for half a decade.
Charitable foundation introduces apparel fundraisers for fallen K9 officers
Shield Republic Charities, the foundation of American lifestyle brand Shield Republic, has introduced three apparel fundraisers honoring K9 police dogs who have lost their lives.
The company’s Hold the Line K9 fundraisers now include campaigns in memory of police dogs serving at departments Tennessee, Georgia and Maine.
Family of Panola County Deputy to receive donation honoring fallen first responder
To recognize the officer’s sacrifice and to raise funds for his bereaved family, American lifestyle brand Shield Republic launched a “Hold the Line” apparel fundraiser this winter. Through the sale of commemorative apparel honoring the U.S. Army veteran and father of two, Shield Republic Charities was able to present a check to the Panola County Texas Sheriff’s Office for $9,557.49, with all funds to go to Officer Dickerson’s wife and daughters.
Families of fallen officers receive donations from American lifestyle brand
The charitable arm of American lifestyle brand Shield Republic recently presented donation checks from the proceeds of their “Hold the Line” apparel fundraisers to three families of fallen first responders and police officers
Shield Republic Announces First Cash Giveaway of 2020
American lifestyle brand Shield Republic is kicking off the new year by giving away $5,000 in cash to three members of their “Freedom Club” loyalty program.
With Shield Republic’s “$5,000 Cash Giveaway,” which will run through March 31, two Freedom Club members will receive $1,000 each, with a grand prize of $3,000 going to one winner.
Shield Republic presents check to Lubbock Professional Police Association in memory first responders
After first responders Nicholas Reyna, a Lubbock, Texas police officer, and Fire Lieutenant Eric Hill were fatally struck by oncoming traffic while responding to a crash on an icy roadway in Lubbock on January 11, American lifestyle brand Shield Republic decided to step in to raise funds for the families of the fallen officers.
Lifestyle Brand Expands Line of Apparel Fundraisers for Families of Fallen Officers
American lifestyle brand Shield Republic is upping the ante on its popular “Hold the Line” apparel fundraisers recognizing the nation’s fallen heroes and first responders.
What began as a project to recognize one fallen local hero has expanded to multiple fundraisers recognizing heroes around the country who have made the ultimate sacrifice defending others.
Charitable Foundation Launches Fundraiser Honoring Fallen Deacon, Security Officer in Texas Church Shooting
In the moments after gunman Keith Thomas Kinnunen began shooting during a service at West Freeway Church in Fort Worth suburb of White Settlement, Texas late in the 2019 Christmas season, parishioners, including an armed deacon, Jack Wilson, leapt to action to save lives. They, along with other parishioners, pulled out guns recently permitted in churches by concealed carry laws, stopping the gunman in his tracks.
Charitable foundation raises more than $4,200 for family of slain Alabama sheriff
“We are so proud of our community for supporting our fundraiser and helping us raise the money for this donation through the sale of Hold the Line merchandise featuring Sheriff Big John Williams,” said Charlie Romero, spokesperson for Shield Republic. “Thanks to the generosity of the Shield Republic community, Our Hold the Line fundraisers have allowed us to honor the legacies of our fallen heroes while offering comfort and support to their families.”
Shield Republic Charities launches new ‘Christmas to Give’ program
Through “Christmas To Give,” four local families in Smithfield and the greater Johnston County area will no longer have to worry about a bare floor under the tree this Christmas. The four families will receive a pile of wrapped gifts for themselves and their children, more than 15 in all, to place under the Christmas tree.
Charitable Foundation Launches Fundraiser for Fallen Alabama Sheriff
Shield Republic Charities, the charitable foundation of the American lifestyle brand Shield Republic, is launching a fundraiser for the family of slain sheriff “Big John” Williams, Sr. of the Lowndes County, Alabama Sheriff’s Office.
Williams was shot and killed in the line of duty November 23 just blocks from his home, in the parking lot of a convenience store in rural Hayneville, Alabama. Williams had served as the Lowndes County sheriff since 2011.
North Carolina-based American lifestyle brand launches Christmas giveaway
Through Shield Republic’s “12 YETIs of Christmas Giveaway,” registered Freedom Club members will be automatically entered into the current drawing when they make a purchase from the Shield Republic store. For every five dollars spent on hats, apparel or other patriotic merchandise at shieldrepublic.com, the club member will automatically receive one entry into the current contest.
Smithfield-based Shield Republic launches ‘Freedom Club’ rewards program
A Smithfield-based clothing brand has grown from a start-up to national brand in less than three years, and today they announced a new initiative dubbed “Freedom Club” to give back to their loyal customers.