Back Our Blue & America Too
Supporting those in Blue is our passion. We are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our law enforcement officers and their families. Our mission is to provide support, resources, and assistance to those who protect and serve. Through our fundraising efforts, we strive to create a safer and more secure environment for our communities.
Our Beneficiaries
Back Our Blue & America Too is proud to support the Police Foundation of Holly Springs, Cherokee Sheriff’s Office, and The Woodstock Public Safety Foundation. We are committed to standing with these organizations to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources to carry out their vital work.
Impact
With a focus on community engagement and collaboration, Back Our Blue & America Too has made a significant impact in enhancing the capabilities and well-being of our law enforcement agencies. We are dedicated to fostering a positive relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
Transparency and Trust
At Back Our Blue & America Too, we prioritize transparency and accountability. We ensure that all proceeds from our fundraising activities directly benefit our partner organizations. Our commitment to integrity and trust is unwavering.
Our slogan is: BOBAAT...... or leave
Our Mission
1. To provide Community support and comfort to the widow and family of fallen Officer Joe Burson.
2. To provide Community support and comfort to the widow and family of fallen officer Joe Burson.
3. To back our blue and America too.
4. To show the Atlanta Metro area and other metro areas across our Great Country the correct way to treat their men and women in blue.
5. To lead by example….Study this Event and it will provide ideas and a template for other Communities to host similar BOBAAT Events in their respective communities.
6. To have some good, wholesome fun with our cops, their families, our families and those in our Community that back our blue and America too.
7. To have a 5-year old son or daughter win the fishing tournament.
8. To raise money for our local police foundations.
Our Cause
Making a Difference Together
At Back Our Blue & America Too, our cause is clear: to stand in solidarity with law enforcement and contribute to a safer, more supportive environment for all. We strive to build a better world by fostering understanding, respect, and appreciation for the dedication and sacrifice of our law enforcement officers.
Meet the Man
Our Fallen Officer: Joe Burson
Officer Joe Burson completed the basic law enforcement training course and was sworn in as a Holly Springs Police Officer on March 20th, 2020. Chief Keheley said, Joe was a model officer. He did so much in the short time he was with the Holly Springs Police Department that he truly made a positive impact on his community and fellow co-workers. He loved talking with local children about being a police officer. He would take time to sit in the police cars, answer questions and let the kids see the police lights.
Officer Burson received Chief Commendation for quick thinking and good judgement in bringing offenders to justice and preventing harm to others on April 9, 2020. He received multiple awards and accolades based off his actions on the night of June 17, 2021. Additionally, he received Gold Shield Honors for 2021, and DUI Achievement Award for the number of DUI arrests presented through MADD.
Officer Burson was born December 21, 1996, in Atlanta, GA. He grew up in Acworth, GA went to and graduated from Kell High School in May 2015. He was in the Kell/Lassiter NJROTC Program. He was a drummer for the Kell Marching Band and later his own band, Makeshift Memory, and local band Rusted Soul. He was also a drummer at Eastminster Church and Revolution Church. Officer Burson graduated from Kennesaw State University December 2019 with a major in Criminal Justice.
Officer Burson married the love of his life Mary Kate on November 2, 2019. They enjoyed going on adventures together. Music was an important part of their lives and present at every big moment.
Our Fallen Officer:
Joe Burson
Officer Joe
Burson Day
October 30th is now officially Officer Joe Burson day, proclaimed in Holly Springs and Woodstock, GA. We will forever honor his memory.
