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Q4 Newsletter October- December 2025
A note from our founder...
Dear Friends:
Our word for 2025, fittingly, has been STEADY. God gave me the phrase “Steady she goes,” a nautical command for holding course through rough waters. And this year has required exactly that. Our team members have faced several parents’ deaths, cancer, miscarriages, illnesses, difficulties with kids, marital struggles, a near-death accident of a daughter and then miraculous healing, surgeries, new jobs, law enforcement promotions and retirements, and behind the scenes involvement in national headline events.
Through it all, our team has remained STEADY. We grew in number and depth. When one member couldn’t live up to his/her responsibilities, others took up the slack. We supported one another, taking calls at all hours, dropping everything to “be there,” and hundreds of encouraging texts, calls, and gifts were sent to one another. New people were embraced as if they’d been with us for years. I truly believe we have the best team of men and women in the country!
We worked thousands of hours pro bono, building our organization in foundational and strategic ways. We sought out wise counsel, followed nuanced advice, and grew as leaders, speakers, peers, and helpers.
As 2025 came to a close, I became very mindful of the value of relationships. Family. Friends. Tribe. Community. And the power of support and love. When we have others walking with us, we are stronger, more confident…steady.
And somehow, we emerged from this year better. Even through difficult times, we strengthened our financial plan, our volunteer policy, our Board, our vision, our partnerships, and our mission. We smile at 2026, eager to push up our sleeves after the holidays and get to it. There’s much work to be done, but we are confident moving forward.
Thank you for being a part of the How 2 Love Our Cops’ community—whether you are a volunteer, a donor, or benefitting from our work, we are ALL better TOGETHER.
Victoria
Victoria Newman
Founder, President
Fourth Quarter - Across the Country
Accomplishments...
This quarter our team members did work in these 30 States: CA, OR, WA, WI, MA, TX, OK, AK, AZ, UT, IN, IL, OH, LA, FL, NV, ID, SD, MD, ME, NH, MO, RI, CT, MT, CO, MI, IL, PA, HI
- Maine State Liaisons Tina and Jeff Ingemi spoke on marriage and family at the Breaching the Barricade Conference in Indiana. Indiana State Liaison Jennifer Lanzen was one of the key organizers of the event.
- Team Lead Planning Meeting Follow Up and 2026 Vision Update
- Board Member Kathryn Hamel and Marketing Team Lead Steve Beltz created a robust database of vetted and recommended clinicians across the country!
- Took part in LEO Family and Wellness Days at Rocklin Police Department (CA), California Highway Patrol in South Sacramento, Portland Police Department, and others.
- Initiated contact with potential State Liaisons in Missouri, Pennsylvania, and Michigan.
- All Team Meeting for 4th Quarter: Shared new vision for 2026 to the H2LOC Team with enthusiastic response!
- Created and set up the 100 Heroes Club, added SIX Heroes, two Elite status!
- Victoria spoke to spouses in Florida on behalf of the Gary Sinise Foundation.
- Groundwork done for new training classes, connection groups, Board succession, and greater marketing strategies.
- Peer support, assistance, and encouragement given to families in the wake of ICE and DHS presence in Portland and Arizona.
- Peer support helpline calls increased significantly this quarter, with families and law enforcement officers calling the line for assistance.
- Many of our team members assisted other nonprofits through service, speaking, direction/advice, and help with fundraisers. We serve to promote collaboration between similar organizations, build unified communities, and initiate rapport with other like-minded people.
Donor Appreciation Night, Loomis, California: Our Team hosted a beautiful gratitude event for donors past and present with a huge charcuterie board, desserts, and forward vision. It was an intimate evening of food, easy networking, celebratory conversations with several members of our team, and deep thanks.
C.O.P.S. National Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana: Victoria and her husband Brent both spoke on officer and family support, both active and those who’ve died in the line of duty. How 2 Love Our Cops held a booth that was inundated by attendees, over 100 departments requesting more information. Many conversations with departments, potential partnerships, and peer conversations took place. It was a whirlwind of morning to night networking and building relationships with people from all over the country. We’re still following up!
These are highlights of our work, but do not reflect the peer calls, the conversations, resources sent out, and many hours of preparation our team has put in these last three months.
SPOTLIGHT - State Liaisons
Our State Liaisons representing H2LOC across the country are working hard to serve their state LE families as well as support the work that H2LOC does in their region! To read more about our entire team, take a look at our TEAM section on our website. Are you interested in volunteering in some way? Contact us!
The invitation to be a small part of a big milestone is something we are truly honored to be part of. Washington State liaison Corina Shipp helped new officers and their families begin their journey feeling celebrated, better equipped, and connected to those who want to champion their success is at the heart of our mission.
It truly is a TEAM effort - many thanks to:
Blue Hero Project for partnering with us to bring words of encouragement and amazing custom cookies by Whats Her Buckets Cookies
SW WSCJTC for welcoming us into this special celebration, and to the incredible leadership and staff who continue to believe in what we do and graciously invite us back.
Recently, Oregon state liaison Danielle Nutting had the honor of joining Portland Police Families at their annual family event a meaningful gathering centered on connection.
The event was filled with laughter, shared stories and heartfelt moments that celebrated not only the strength of Law Enforcement community but also the families who stand faithfully beside the badge every day. It was a powerful reminder of the importance of community, support and taking time to celebrate life together amid the unique challenges of law enforcement.
Thank you, to Portland PB for inviting H2LOC!
Clinician Resources
If you’re part of a law enforcement or first responder family and looking for support, we want you to know this resource exists for YOU. The clinicians listed here understand the realities of this life and the weight that often comes with it.
Every clinician in the directory has been thoughtfully reviewed and aligns with our mission of providing culturally competent, trauma informed care. Care that respects the culture, the calling, and the people behind the badge. You can search by state, specialty, or telehealth to find someone who feels like the right fit for where you are right now.
If you’re a clinician who serves this community, we’d love to invite you to be part of this growing resource.
100 Heroes Club
Donor Campaign
Be 1 of the 100, the 100 Heroes Club is our new giving strategy designed to build a strong financial foundation for our vital work. We are looking for 100 businesses and individuals who give $3000 a year, providing funds for the infrastructure, training, and monthly expenses for How2LoveOurCops.
