Border Patrol Foundation

Border Patrol Foundation The mission of Border Patrol Foundation (BPF) is to honor the memory of fallen U.S.

Border Patrol (USBP) agents and provide support and resources to the families and student scholarships.

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Inspector Benjamin T. Hill. Patrol Inspector Benjamin T. Hill was shot and k...
05/29/2026

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Inspector Benjamin T. Hill. Patrol Inspector Benjamin T. Hill was shot and killed near the international boundary, El Paso, Texas, on May 30, 1929, while pursuing a narcotics smuggler whom he had seen cross the Rio Grande River. While being pursued on foot through an alley, the smuggler suddenly wheeled and shot Inspector Hill through the heart, killing him instantly.

Celebrating 102 years built on vigilance, integrity, and service to our country. 1924-2026Honor First 💚 ...
05/28/2026

Celebrating 102 years built on vigilance, integrity, and service to our country. 1924-2026
Honor First 💚

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Juan M. Urrutia. Border Patrol Agent Juan M. Urrutia passed away on Ma...
05/28/2026

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Juan M. Urrutia. Border Patrol Agent Juan M. Urrutia passed away on May 28, 2021. The circumstances of his passing were reviewed by an executive panel and the CBP Commissioner who determined that this death occurred in the line of duty. Agent Urrutia will be remembered for his diligent service to the nation and for his bravery in the face of danger. Agent Urrutia was assigned to the Brownsville Station in the Rio Grande Valley Sector, Texas. He started his CBP career on August 4, 2003 in the then McAllen Sector, Falfurrias Station, Texas, and spent his career in the Rio Grande Valley Sector. A native of Brownsville, Texas, Agent Urrutia was also a certified EMT/Paramedic. He is survived by his wife, three brothers and two sisters.

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Alexander Giannini. On Wednesday, May 28, 2014, Border Patrol Agent Al...
05/28/2026

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Alexander Giannini. On Wednesday, May 28, 2014, Border Patrol Agent Alexander I. Giannini, of the Willcox Station, was involved in an on-duty, single-vehicle accident on Interstate 10 near Benson, Arizona. He died of injuries at the hospital shortly after the accident. Another agent in the vehicle was transported to the hospital with minor injuries. Agent Giannini, 24, entered on duty with the U.S. Border Patrol on April 26, 2009, as a member of the 822nd session of the Border Patrol Academy. He served the Willcox Station loyally throughout his career. Agent Giannini is survived by his mother, father, sister and fiancee.

Today, Border Patrol Foundation pauses to honor the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for our nation. ❤️🤍💙...
05/25/2026

Today, Border Patrol Foundation pauses to honor the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for our nation. ❤️🤍💙

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Isaac Morales. On May 20, 2017, while off-duty in El Paso, Texas, Bord...
05/24/2026

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Isaac Morales. On May 20, 2017, while off-duty in El Paso, Texas, Border Patrol Agent Isaac Morales was confronted by an assailant with a knife. Agent Morales identified himself as a law enforcement officer, and while attempting to disarm the assailant, Agent Morales was stabbed multiple times. Agent Morales succumbed to his injuries four days later, passing away on May 24, 2017. The killer was arrested and charged with murder. Border Patrol Agent Morales was 30 years old and assigned to the Ysleta Station in the El Paso Sector. He entered on duty with the U.S. Border Patrol on February 18, 2008, as a member of Academy Class 749. Agent Morales is survived by his parents; his brother; his sisters; and his girlfriend.

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Mark F. Van Doren. On May 23, 2010, Border Patrol Agent Mark F. Van Dor...
05/24/2026

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Mark F. Van Doren. On May 23, 2010, Border Patrol Agent Mark F. Van Doren was in a vehicle accident while on patrol when his vehicle collided with a large bull on rural Farm-to-Market Road 755 in Brooks County, Texas. After the impact, his vehicle veered off the roadway and hit a tree. Agent Van Doren died on May 24, 2010, as a result of his injuries. His partner was critically injured in the crash, but survived. Agent Van Doren was a native of Garden City, Michigan. He was a member of the 849th Session of the Border Patrol Academy, assigned to the Falfurrias Station within the Rio Grande Sector. Agent Van Doren is survived by his three children, mother, father and two brothers.

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Jesus Anaya. Border Patrol Agent Jesus Anaya contracted COVID-19 in Ju...
05/23/2026

Today we honor the memory of Border Patrol Agent Jesus Anaya. Border Patrol Agent Jesus Anaya contracted COVID-19 in June of 2021 and never recovered from the virus. He fought the disease for almost three years as he was admitted to numerous hospitals and rehabilitation facilities. On May 23, 2024, he succumbed to his COVID-19 illness. Agent Anaya started his career with the U.S. Border Patrol on September 27, 2007, and was assigned to the Brownsville Station, in Rio Grande Valley Sector. The most important thing in the world to Jesus was his family. Agent Anaya was survived by his wife, two sons, and daughter.

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05/22/2026

We want to welcome QuickSet Defense Technologies to ! We are honored to have them as a National Partner. We are incredibly grateful to have the support and commitment of our partners to continue our Honoring the Memory. Serving the Families of the U.S. Border Patrol.

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