08/02/2026
Our local club, Blue Knights WV III, based in Huntington, WV; includes officers and retirees from state and local law enforcement agencies throughout WV, OH & KY. Our chapter was chartered in 2010 and has contributed significantly to the Tri State area since then to include monetary donations to Hospice of Huntington, Hoop’s Family Hospital, Erma’s Angel’s fight to end Alzheimer’s and Veteran’s organizations including significant contributions to three HWW Gold Star Families Memorials; but our main focus has always been providing toys and a luncheon for nearly 230+ underserved children at the FOP Gold Star Lodge 65’s annual Children’s Christmas Party. The funds for this party are raised solely through sponsorships, and a motorcycle ride we host in October known as Ride with COPS. We typically spend between $8000 and $10,000 each year on gifts for the children. The Christmas party dates back to 1970, and Blue Knights WV III took over fund raising in 2013. We, nor the FOP Gold Star Lodge 65 use telephone solicitors.
We are currently soliciting items and / or monetary donations for our 24th Annual Ride with COPS to be held on Sunday, October 4th 2026.
We are asking for your support. The items you provide will be used as give-a-ways (great advertisement for your business) or raffle items at our event. Monetary donations are used to offset expenses and buy toys for the children. If a monetary donation is provided in the form of a check; please make it out to RIDE with COPS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION; we are a 501 (c) 3 tax deductible charity registered with the State of WV 83-4316996. We can also provide you or your business with a printed receipt and IRS form W-9.
A donation of $750+ secures advertisement on our posters, registrations and t-shirt sleeves. With a donation of $250-$749 your name or business logo will be included on printed material advertising the ride. Any consideration would be greatly appreciated; $50 sponsors one child!
Contact any member or send a check to the PO Box. Contributions to the foundation is ONLY used for charitable purposes.
This year's ride is Sunday, October 4th, more info as the date gets closer.