A D.A.R.E. essay winner board was installed this year in the Village of Palmetto Bay. The project was the brainchild of Officer Peter Judge and was executed by Officers Judge, Kevin Collins, and Mercy Rodriguez. The three schools that participated in the installation...
KARE Donation to Shriners Children’s Florida
Dear D.A.R.E. America Inc, Thank you for your contribution of toys to Shriners Hospitals for Children®, for its Florida location* received on 12/22/2021. Your concern for the many children we serve is appreciated. Your generosity plays a meaningful role in fulfilling…
KARE Donation to United Against Poverty Orlando
We wanted to take a moment to thank you deeply for being a part of our Hope for the Holiday's toy event this year. 400 children were served, thanks to your amazing generosity. The holiday season can add stress to anyone, but it can be particularly challenging for...
Florida D.A.R.E. Holds 85th Graduation
The Florida Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Program graduated 27 sworn officers from 12 law enforcement agencies last week. FDLE is the state coordinator for D.A.R.E. and members Inspector David Bullard and Research and Training Specialist Lee Herring run...
Deputy Bennett Van Horn Presented with Joanne Chauncey Educational Award
On July 23, 2021, Deputy Bennett Van Horn, from the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office, was presented with the Joanne Chauncey Educational Award during the the 85th D.A.R.E. Officer Training culmination ceremony in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The selection of Deputy Van...
KARE Donation to Women In Distress
"Thanks to you, Sarah* and her 6-year old son, Grant*, will be provided with the essential items necessary to move forward and rebuild their lives. Thank you for your contribution of 1400 Hygiene Kits. For more than 46 years, generous supporters like you have helped...