activities · 11
what they do
direct service · 11
- Border Patrol Station Dedication Participation Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsParticipates in and supports the dedication ceremonies for facilities named in honor of Brian A. Terry, such as the Brian A. Terry Border Patrol Station in Bisbee, Arizona.
- Brian Terry Courage AwardAwards the Brian Terry Courage Award to individuals, such as Agent Eric C. Gough, who demonstrate exceptional bravery and selflessness in the line of duty, including saving lives and preventing further harm.
- Brian Terry Courage Award RecognitionRecognizes acts of bravery by law enforcement agents through the Brian Terry Courage Award, including honoring Agent Eric C. Gough for neutralizing an armed assailant in Afghanistan on July 22, 2012, and providing life-saving medical care to a wounded colleague.
- Cross-Country Bike Rides for Fundraising Event-Based Fundraising for Charitable PartnersOrganized and executed long-distance fundraising bike rides, including the 2016 "Trek's Trek" 2000-mile ride from Flat Rock, MI, to Bisbee, AZ, which raised $30,000, and planned a similar 2021 cross-country ride.
- Fundraising Events Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes various fundraising events, including annual in-person charity auctions at SHOT Show, cross-country bike rides, virtual auctions, and golf events, to support the foundation's missions.
- Fundraising Events and Auctions Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes annual in-person charity auctions at the SHOT Show in Las Vegas, raising over $150,000, as well as virtual auctions such as the March 2021 Danger Zone Auction, to support the foundation's missions.
- Golf Fundraising Events Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsHosted golf events in Michigan and Dallas in 2016, featuring live music, food, and auctions, to raise funds and awareness for the foundation.
- Maintenance of Memorial Statue and Participation in Dedication Ceremonies Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsErected and maintains a memorial statue at the Brian A. Terry Border Patrol Station in Bisbee, Arizona, depicting Brian Terry carrying a fellow agent, and participated in the station’s official dedication ceremony in 2012.
- Memorial Statue Installation Memorialization of Fallen OfficersErects memorial statues, such as the one at the Brian A. Terry Border Patrol Station in Bisbee, Arizona, to honor Brian Terry and other agents.
- Scholarship ProgramOffers scholarships to students pursuing criminal justice or related fields, aiming for careers in law enforcement, as exemplified by the scholarship awarded to Chelsea Gilbert.
- Scholarship Program for Criminal Justice StudentsOffers scholarships to students pursuing studies in criminal justice or related fields with the goal of entering law enforcement careers, such as the 2018-2019 scholarship awarded to Chelsea Gilbert to support her Bachelor's degree completion.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Legacy-aligned programming scholarship_programThe foundation supports U.S. Border Patrol personnel and promotes their welfare through scholarships and other initiatives, directly honoring Brian Terry's service and reinforcing organizational identity through mission continuity.
- Online fundraising via affiliate platforms online-fundraisingLeverages platforms like AmazonSmile to generate passive donations from everyday purchases by supporters, increasing funding without additional donor burden.
- Promoting integrity and service through values-based scholarships values_based_scholarshipsThe organization awards scholarships to individuals who demonstrate qualities of integrity, justice, community service, dedication to social justice, and academic achievement, thereby honoring Brian Terry's legacy and encouraging service to the community and nation.
- Values-based scholarship selection values-based selectionThe foundation selects scholarship recipients based on a demonstrated commitment to community service, social justice, and academic achievement, ensuring that awards align with Brian Terry's legacy and promote meaningful societal contribution.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Brian Terry Foundation Courage Awards
Annual recognition event honoring U.S. Border Patrol agents for acts of bravery and heroism in the line of duty
Brian Terry Scholarship Program
Provides financial support to students pursuing degrees in criminal justice or related fields with the goal of entering law enforcement careers
Danger Zone Auction
Annual charity auction, historically held at SHOT Show in Las Vegas and later moved online, to raise funds for foundation initiatives
Trek’s Trek 2000 Mile Bike Ride
Cross-country cycling event organized to raise awareness and funds for the foundation
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Honored American Veterans Afield (HAVA) Partner — Joined forces to host the 2nd annual SHOT Show charity golf tournament.
- Honored American Veterans Afield (HAVA) Partner — Joined forces to host the 2nd annual golf tournament at the 2016 SHOT Show.
- National Shooting Sports Foundation Partner — Joined forces to host the 2nd annual SHOT Show charity golf tournament.
- National Shooting Sports Foundation Partner — Joined forces to host the 2nd annual golf tournament at the 2016 SHOT Show.
- SHOT Show Partner — Organized annual in-person charity auctions at SHOT Show in Las Vegas.
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District Partner — Joined with Customs and Border Patrol agents, local and national representatives and family and friends to officially dedicate the new Brian A. Terry Border Patrol Station.
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District Partner — Joined with the foundation for the dedication of the Brian A. Terry Border Patrol Station.