Virginia Public Safety Foundation

09/10/2026

Weather Update for Saturday’s Memorial Service
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We look forward to welcoming the families, friends, public safety professionals, and community members who will join us on Saturday. Your presence helps ensure that Virginia’s fallen heroes and their sacrifices are remembered with the honor and gratitude they deserve.

The Commonwealth Public Safety Memorial Service will take place on Saturday, regardless of the weather. Plans are in place for inclement weather, and the service will be moved inside a facility at the Capitol if necessary.

Please note that government-issued photo identification is required to enter Capitol facilities. Weapons and fi****ms are prohibited on Capitol premises.

A map has been provided for your information. If you require special accommodations for health reasons, please email us at [email protected].

We look forward to gathering with you as we honor Virginia’s fallen public safety heroes.

09/10/2026

Parking Options for the Commonwealth Public Safety Memorial Commemorative Ceremony on Saturday, September 12.

08/25/2026

The Fallen Heroes Family Support Fund was established to provide emergency financial assistance to the surviving families of Virginia's fallen law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS professionals, correctional officers, and other public safety personnel.

Unlike many state and federal benefits that may take months or even longer than a year to be processed, the Virginia Public Safety Foundation can review and approve requests for assistance in as little as 24 hours, ensuring families receive help when they need it most.

08/17/2026

The 2027 Memorial Brick Campaign is now open.

Honor a loved one, recognize a public safety hero, celebrate retirement, commemorate a department, or leave a lasting family tribute with a personalized engraved brick surrounding the Commonwealth Public Safety Memorial.

Each brick becomes part of this special place of remembrance for generations to come.

🧱 Reserve your commemorative brick today and become part of the Memorial's enduring legacy.

Visit our website for ordering information and deadlines. https://www.vpsf.org/donate

08/11/2026

https://www.ksla.com/2026/08/08/sheriffs-deputy-killed-while-assisting-crash-he-gave-that-life-while-serving-others/

A sheriff’s deputy in Virginia was killed while assisting with a crash.

08/03/2026

Our heartfelt thanks to the generous organizations and individuals who have already committed to supporting the 2026 Commonwealth Public Safety Memorial Ceremony.

Because of your partnership, we are able to provide a meaningful experience for the families of Virginia's fallen heroes while preserving the dignity and tradition of this important event.

There is still time to become a sponsor.

If your business or organization would like to stand beside Virginia's public safety community and honor those who gave their lives in service, we would be honored to welcome your support.

For sponsorship information, please contact us or visit our website. https://www.vpsf.org/sponsor
Together, we ensure their sacrifice is never forgotten.

07/24/2026

July 24 – You're Invited

Join us as we honor Virginia's fallen public safety heroes.

The Virginia Public Safety Foundation invites you to attend the 2026 Commonwealth Public Safety Memorial Ceremony on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Commonwealth Public Safety Memorial on Capitol Square in Richmond.

Together, we will remember the brave law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, correctional officers, and other public safety professionals who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the Commonwealth.

This solemn ceremony is open to the public, and we encourage families, friends, public safety agencies, and community members to stand with us as we honor their sacrifice and ensure their legacy lives on.

📍 Commonwealth Public Safety Memorial
901 Capitol Street
Richmond, Virginia

We hope you will join us.