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In 2002, President George W. Bush created USA Freedom Corps to build on the countless acts of service, sacrifice, and generosity that followed September 11. When he announced USAFC in his State of the Union address, he called on all Americans to serve a cause greater than themselves. The Volunteers in Policing program was born out of that initiatives.
After September 11, the Southlake Police Department added a VIPS component to its volunteer opportunities. Nationally recognized, VIPS is designed for citizens who wish to volunteer their time and training to provide support and added resources to their local law enforcement agency.
VIPS members are invited to share their time and expertise in any of the following areas:
Yes! New members are required to complete the following training:
Ongoing safety and refresher training's are offered in a variety of topics as needed.
We recognize participation may not always be possible, but attending as many training's offered as possible will help keep members up to date with equipment, skills and procedures.
VIPS Members in Action!