GB Leighton offers virtual show to support MCPF & Wear the Badge
"We were really looking forward to seeing GB Leighton in person at our ETI conference in April. He is incredibly generous to play a show to benefit our foundation," says MCPF president and Bloomington chief of police Jeff Potts. "Like a lot of small nonprofits, MCPF is staring down an uncertain future but the support for our fundraising drive will make a big difference." The concert had nearly 4500 views on Facebook. You can view it through this link. By the end of the live video, the fundraising total was approaching $8000, but donations to support MCPF and the programs of Wear the Badge are still being accepted! Text Badge to 202-858-1233 to donate or follow this link to make a tax deductible contribution. Before the fundraising event, the MCPF announced the Wear the Badge scholarship recipients and in recent years has awarded more than $35,000 in scholarship and training grants for small police agencies. "There are many needs right now and, I know from reviewing scholarship applications, the need is only going to grow. Our current group of recipients is especially thankful and relieved by your support," Chiefs Potts said.
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