Bank The Blue

06/01/2026

Police officers deal with more stress and trauma than most of their neighbors just by the nature of their job -- something that Anthony Varchetto, co-founder of Rosemont-based Blue Star Security and head of Protos Security’s off-duty division, knows well.

05/29/2026

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to recognize the importance of mental wellness and break the stigma surrounding mental health care. For law enforcement officers, the emotional toll of the job can be immense, making access to trusted, confidential support more important than ever.

At Bank The Blue, we are committed to helping officers receive the mental health resources and treatment they deserve. Supporting those who protect our communities means supporting their well-being, too. 💙

Explore ways to support police officer mental wellness at www.banktheblue.com

05/28/2026

💙💙💙 Jennifer Bruno DelRio

https://charitees.org/banktheblue/

05/28/2026

💙 Wear the Mission. Support Our Heroes. 💙

The Bank The Blue online shop is now live, where every purchase makes a difference.

Shop exclusive gear that stands for something bigger. Your support helps provide critical mental health resources and training for law enforcement officers across Illinois.

🛍️ Shop now: https://charitees.org/banktheblue/

Together, we can end the stigma and ensure those who protect us get the support they deserve.

05/27/2026

Bank The Blue is seeking volunteers to help make our 6th Annual Fundraising Gala a success! This special event will take place on Thursday, May 28 at Theater on the Lake.

Volunteers play a vital role in supporting our mission and helping ensure the evening runs smoothly for guests, sponsors, and supporters. Your time and dedication will help power an event that raises awareness around officer wellness while supporting essential and confidential mental health treatment and training programs for Illinois law enforcement officers.

If you’re passionate about giving back and making a meaningful impact, we would love to have you involved. Learn more and sign up to volunteer at www.bankthebluegala.com

05/27/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Acadia Healthcare for sponsoring Bank The Blue’s 6th Annual Fundraising Gala on May 28. Their focus on mental health care and wellness aligns closely with our mission to support law enforcement officers facing mental health challenges. We are thankful for their partnership and continued dedication to this important cause.

For more information about the event or to purchase tickets, visit www.bankthebluegala.com

05/26/2026

Every day, law enforcement officers carry the weight of protecting our communities. Bank The Blue’s Fund-A-Need campaign helps provide confidential mental health care for officers who need support. Too many officers struggle in silence due to the stigma surrounding mental health and the difficulty of accessing trusted care. Your support helps remove those barriers and gives officers a safe place to heal.

◆ Fund 1 Therapy Session – $100
◆ Fund 6 Therapy Sessions – $600
◆ Fund 12 Therapy Sessions – $1,200

Our goal is to raise $100,000 to support 100 officers with access to critical mental health resources and treatment.

Stand behind the officers who stand behind our communities by funding a therapy session today—because heroes need healing too. 💙

Make a direct impact today at www.bankthebluegala.com/fundaneed

05/26/2026

We are grateful to Southern Glazer’s for supporting Bank The Blue’s 6th Annual Fundraising Gala on May 28. Their commitment to community support and giving back helps strengthen programs focused on the mental well-being of law enforcement officers. We sincerely appreciate their partnership and generosity.

To learn more about the event, tickets, or sponsorship opportunities, visit www.bankthebluegala.com

05/26/2026

A special thank you to Legno Chicago for their generous sponsorship of Bank The Blue’s 6th Annual Fundraising Gala on May 28. Their support helps further our efforts to provide critical mental health resources to law enforcement officers who serve our communities every day. We appreciate their partnership and dedication to making a difference.

To learn more about the gala or purchase tickets, visit www.bankthebluegala.com