The Bozeman Police Department is happy to announce that all law enforcement agencies throughout the Gallatin Valley have come together to help less fortunate children enjoy Christmas.  The Bozeman Police Department, along with the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office, the Montana State University Police Department, the Belgrade Police Department, the Manhattan Police Department, and the Montana Highway Patrol have come together to help children by participating in “Shop with a Cop” on Saturday, December 10.  

 
Children from local elementary schools are chosen by school staff to participate in this event.  Each child is matched with a law enforcement officer who takes them shopping at Target to buy gifts for the child and their family.
 
After shopping with the children, officers bring them downtown Bozeman to wrap the presents and enjoy pizza donated by Tarantino’s Pizza.

Generous support for this event comes from Target, Tarantino’s Pizza, donations from the officer’s associations from each agency, the Bozeman Police Foundation, and donations from the public.   
 
This is a great chance for these kids to experience a positive one-on-one interaction with law enforcement officers in their area.  All of the agencies are excited about this opportunity to share the holiday spirit and provide a happier holiday season to these children.
 
This is the second year that numerous law enforcement agencies have joined the Bozeman Police Department in coming together as a team to serve more children.
 
Those interested in donating to this great event may contact the Bozeman Police Foundation or drop off a donation at any law enforcement agency.
 
Media Contacts:  Community Resource Officer Mike Bachich: 582-2969
Captain Jim Veltkamp: 582-2238