His name was Jacob Derbin.
He was engaged.
He was building a life.
He wore the badge with pride.
And now he’s gone.
Jacob wasn’t chasing a violent suspect or breaking down a door.
He was responding to a simple disturbance—something officers do every day.
But someone was waiting.
And just like that, Jacob’s life was taken.
His family is shattered. His fiancée is left holding onto memories instead of dreams.
And a city is mourning a hero who gave everything—without ever getting the chance to say goodbye.
There are programs in place—federal, state, and local—that provide financial support to the families of fallen officers.
But they take time. Too much time.
Weeks. Sometimes months.
Paperwork. Red tape. Delays.
Meanwhile—funeral costs arrive in days. Bills don’t stop. And the weight of sudden loss is crushing.
That’s why Back the Badge 911 exists.
We provide immediate financial relief to families like Officer Derbin’s—within hours of tragedy.
When we heard the news about Jacob, we moved fast to support his grieving family.
We sent immediate financial help—because no one should have to deal with funeral costs, missed paychecks, or urgent expenses alone… especially not the loved ones of a fallen officer.
But here’s the truth:
We could only help because others gave before tragedy struck.
And the only way we’ll be ready to help the next officer’s family is if you give now.
Will you make a gift today so we’re ready for the next Jacob?
We pray there won’t be one.
But the sad truth is—we know better.
Your donation today means we’ll be ready the moment the next family gets the call they never wanted.
Ready to send help. Ready to honor sacrifice. Ready to stand in the gap.
Whether it’s $35, $100, or any amount—every dollar ensures no family faces this pain alone.
Jacob Derbin answered the call. Even when it cost him everything.
Let’s make sure we’re ready to answer the next one.
With deepest gratitude,
Jim Fotis
Back the Badge 911
A project of NCPD
P.S. Jacob was 23 years old. Engaged. Full of life. He never made it home.
Please give today so we’re ready to help the next family torn apart by tragedy. They shouldn’t have to wait—not one minute.
