The BackStoppers, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 1959. The organization provides needed financial assistance to the spouses and dependent children of all police officers, firefighters and volunteer firefighters, and publicly-funded paramedics and EMTs who lose their lives or suffer a catastrophic injury in the line of duty in 18 counties in Missouri and Illinois.
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Assistance
The BackStoppers' assistance pays off all debt, assumes financial obligations such as mortgage payments, taxes, health and dental insurance, and helps with the costs of elementary, secondary, and college/vocational education. In 2014, The BackStoppers provided $1,392,913 in assistance.
Coverage Area
The BackStoppers serves a total of 18 counties, 13 of which are in Missouri and 5 of which are in Illinois. Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop C Counties Served: Cape Girardeau, Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, Perry, Pike, St. Charles, St. Francois, St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Ste. Genevieve, Warren, and Washington. Illinois State Police District 11 Counties Served: Bond, Clinton, Madison, Monroe, and St. Clair.