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Fallen Officer FOUNDATION Standing Strong for Those Who Stand for Us We are committed to offering support and financial assistance to Santa Cruz County First Responders and their families during times of crisis and need ensuring they have the help they deserve when it matters most. Photo by Kevin Painchaud OUR MISSION The Fallen Officer Foundation is a nonprofit organization deeply committed to providing essential support and financial assistance to the brave Santa Cruz County First Responders and their families during times of crisis and special need. Our mission began with a tragedy and has since evolved into a beacon of hope for those who risk their lives to protect our community. Photo by Kevin Painchaud OUR STORY The foundation was born out of a tragic event on January 2 2004 when Captain Robert Jones of the UCSC Police Department was struck by a distracted driver.