Welcome To Out To Protect

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender law enforcement professionals.

Our Mission Is To

Create a greater awareness of the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender professionals working in law enforcement and to support those pursuing a law enforcement career.

What We Do

We provide scholarships to law enforcement recruits who are "out" as gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transgender, or a straight ally and who are outstanding role models for their fellow professionals.

News And Information

NOW ACCEPTING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS - We are now accepting applications for a $500.00 scholarship to be awarded in June 2010. Interested applicants are encourage to submit an online application as soon as possible. This scholarship is available to all qualified applicants attending a basic law enforcement training program in the United States. Click here to learn more about the scholarship requirements. Click here to complete an online scholarship application.

Out To Protect Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. All donations made to Out To Protect are fully tax deductible. We are a recognized and registered public benefit corporation. Our goal is to give out 90% or more of every donated dollar in the form of scholarships for GLBT students wishing to attend a law enforcement academy in the United States. We also plan to explore other related projects intended to increase the awareness of the many hard working professionals in law enforcement who happen to be gay, lesbian, bi-sexual or transgender.

Everyone associated with out to protect is a volunteer. Our Board of Directors is compromised of working law enforcement officers and seasoned professional educators who understand the importance and value of supporting "out" law enforcement professionals. Stay informed and updated by joining our mailing list. CLICK HERE to join.

Want To Get Involved?

There are many causes worthy of your donation and we hope you will consider one that invests in education and in the development of future law enforcement officers an important one for you. Our scholarship program supports individuals who demonstrate the kind of attributes that are important for every future law enforcement officer. Hopefully these are values you share. You can demonstrate your commitment by making a donation in whatever amount is comfortable for you. This is the best and most valuable way to join our effort.

How would you like to have a scholarship given in your name? Donate $1000 or more as an individual or on behalf of your company or organization and we will name that scholarship after you. A donation of this size will help a law enforcement student complete a basic training program and to serve a community near you.

Help us by making a donation. Click Here.