Charitable Organizations



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The purpose and objectives of this organization shall be to maintain the highest levels of education, professionalism, and integrity; to help the public at large better understand the role and any concerns of law enforcement; to maintain positive public relations between law enforcement personnel and the public; to conduct educational forums, workshops, and other similar programs for the benefit and welfare of the public at large; to maintain a high level of ethical conduct on the part of all deputies; to provide law enforcement with additional tools, training, equipment, and resources to combat crime and promote public safety; to oversee the investment and administration of donations from persons, corporations, and other philanthropic organizations; to uphold the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, the State of Florida, and Sarasota County; and to do all things necessary or incidental to the foregoing.  


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Agricultural Unit                                                            Honor Guard
Animal Services Section                                               Hostage Negotiation
Aviation Section                                                             K-9 Unit
Community Services                                                     Marine Unit
Crime Prevention                                                          Mounted Patrol
DIVE Unit                                                                         SWAT
Emergency Response Team                                        Special Traffic Area Response (STAR)
Fugitive Apprehension Unit                                         Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
Hazardous Devices Unit                                               Miscellaneous Equipment
Homeless Outreach Team (HOT)                                Special Revenue Fund
                                                                                                             
Registration – CH83773, EIN – 42-2871141


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