Lunch With a Cop

This program allows us to have 1-on-1 time and build positive relationships with the youth in our community. We are fortunate to have continued donations from our community to keep this program going. There are times when a customer, business, or officer will pay for the lunch. This year, we had 6 lunches paid for by either a customer or a business.

With the permission of the parent, the lunch date gets shared on our Beatrice Police Department Facebook page. The best part is sharing how funny and inspiring these kids are. Our goal is to have lunch with at least 2 children a month. To take a child out for lunch, we must be sufficiently staffed to allow the officer uninterrupted time with the child.

Recently, our Lunch with a Cop program shifted focus to lunch dates at the schools with students. Students at Beatrice Middle School were recognized and rewarded after participating in Attendance Challenges. Officers enjoyed lunch at Beatrice Middle School as well as the Elementary School. Group lunches continue to be a great way to spend time with our community youth.