August 13,
2018
WHAT: Shop with a Cop
WHEN: Noon, Tuesday, Aug. 14 and 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15
WHERE: Forest Hill Target, 7101 Forest Hill Ave.
BACKGROUND: In
collaboration with the Metro Richmond YMCA’s Bright Beginnings program, “Shop
with a Cop” pairs Richmond city youth with a Richmond Police officer in
preparation for the upcoming school year.
“This program is fundamental to the Department’s efforts in bridging the gap
and strengthening community relations,” said Capt. Daniel Minton. “Our officers love participating, the joy they see on a
child’s face when they get new clothes for school and the opportunity to talk
to them about the importance of an education brings it all together.”
Along with helping a child prepare for the upcoming school year, the annual
event continues building the foundation of community trust and the youth.
Bright Beginnings is the largest outreach program, servicing over 2,000 children
in Central Virginia.
