The season of giving was on full display as the Matt Haverkamp Foundation recently hosted their Shop with a K-9 event for children in need. Butler County Sheriff's Office representatives, among them K-9 Deputy Betz and K-9 Corrections Sergeant Schultz, teamed up to help kids navigate the aisles at Meijer for a day of shopping funded by the Foundation. According to a Facebook post by the Butler County Sheriff's Office, each child received a $250 stipend to spend on anything from warm clothing to toys and other essentials.
Working diligently, K-9 Deputy Betz and K-9 Corrections Sergeant Schultz spent time with the kids, laughing and assisting in their selections. The event served as a clear indication of how structured programs with a charitable angle have the power to both serve and delight. With the allocated funds, these children, who had the Sheriff's Office share their excitement, were provided with an opportunity to acquire necessities, often taken for granted by others.
The Matt Haverkamp Foundation has carved out a role within the community for its contributions to enriching the lives of local youth. Their consistent effort to offer support to those most vulnerable is evident in the sheer joy witnessed by the event's participants. The Sheriff’s Office expressed their heartfelt gratitude towards the Foundation in their post, stating, "The Matt Haverkamp Foundation continues to do extraordinary work for children in our community, stepping up in a big way to support those who need it most."
The event not only provided material possessions, but it also offered an experience of compassion and camaraderie between law enforcement and the children they serve. "Days like this remind us how powerful community partnerships can be—and how much good can be done when we come together for our kids," shared the post from Butler County Sheriff's Office.
