Crime Prevention Awards
Previous Awardees
So You Want Your Name In Lights
Undersheriff Mark Canty visited “So You Want Your Name In Lights,â a youth mentoring program and recipient of our Community Crime Prevention Awards. As a reward for the kids in camp, he brought the OCSO Gaming trailer with the latest video games.
Since 2020, these awards have supported community safety programs like this one. This year, John Mina, Orange County Sheriff presented over $220,000 to 34 organizations focused on neighborhood safety, crime prevention, and drug abuse education. The funds come from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund, filled with assets seized from criminals.
TOUGHBIKER
Tough Biker Orlando âis an urban, crit-style mountain/cyclocross bike challenge through downtown city streets, public parks and parking garages. Tough Biker is committed to helping at-risk youth through the sport of mountain biking. Proceeds benefit charities who assist at-risk youth in Central Florida. We focus our mentoring on cycling and getting more kids on bikes!
Make An Impact
We’re proud to feature the Make An Impact Foundation, one of the recipients of the 2024 OCSO Community Crime Prevention Awards. This non-profit teaches barbering and braiding to local youth, helping them contribute positively to our community.
