About

OUR MISSION

WHAT IS THE SHERIFF'S COUNCIL?

The Sheriff ‘s Council is a non-profit public benefit corporation which has been formed for the purpose of promoting, supporting, and sponsoring the goals, policies, and activities of the San Bernardino County Sheriff ‘s Department in particular, and of law enforcement, generally

WHO ARE ITS MEMBERS?

The Sheriff ‘s Council is composed of business, professional and community leaders from throughout San Bernardino County and adjacent areas. These individuals have demonstrated their abilities and accomplishments in their particular fields of endeavor. They donate their expertise, time, and efforts to the Sheriff ‘s Council as a form of community service

WHERE DOES THE MONEY COME FROM?

The funds to operate the Sheriff ‘s Council and its projects come from fundraising activities, direct contributions from the public, and grants from those sectors of private industry who are interested in supporting and furthering law enforcement activities in San Bernardino County

WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?

Funds raised by the Sheriff ‘s Council are to be used for (i) the purchase of materials and equipment for use of the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department or other law enforcement agencies and to donate them to the recipient agencies, (ii) for the purchase of materials for the use of law enforcement agencies in increasing public awareness of programs and policies of those law enforcement agencies, (ili) such other charitable purposes as shall be determined by the Council.

ARE DONATIONS TAX DEDUCTIBLE?

The San Bernardino County Sherif ‘s Council is organized under the Non Profit Public Benefit law for charitable purposes exclusively within the meaning of Section 501 (C) (3) of the internal Revenue Code. Generally, all gifts to the Sheriff ‘s Council are fully deductible for federal and state income tax purposes. In addition to cash, contributions of merchandise, securities and real estate are acceptable. Donations such as these may result in extra tax benefits to donors. Donors are advised to check with their tax advisors on all matters with tax consequences

IS THIS A POLITICAL ORGANIZATION?

Absolutely not! The Sheriff ‘s Council is a charitable organization only and will not participate in or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office.