In partnership with the Fremont County Law Enforcement Foundation and GoRiverton,

to create a community stand and a louder 'thank you' to our law enforcement!

Adopt A Cop is an annual youth project with minimal yet consistent adult guidance. Founded by Melody McLeod in 2024. 

How Adopt A Cop Began

Adopt-A-Cop was formed by 11-year-old Melody McLeod who was assigned a Practical Works "Ten Acts of Kindness" project at school, of which one of the acts was to help police officers. Out of this week-long assignment, she decided that she wanted to create it into an entire program.

With the assistance of her mother and a family friend, and in partnership with the Fremont County Law Enforcement Foundation and GoRiverton, Melody did the leg work in researching and reaching out to the Riverton community, organizing the gathering of donations and items to put into blue stockings, and delivering them to the Riverton Police Department. She has plans to grow the program to extend to all Fremont County law enforcement agencies.

Thank you, Melody!

"We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Fremont County Law Enforcement Foundation for making this year's Adopt-A-Cop event such a success! This initiative strengthens the bond between law enforcement and our community and fosters trust and collaboration. Your dedication to supporting our officers makes a significant difference in ensuring public safety and enhancing community relations. We appreciate your commitment to creating a safer and more connected community! Thank you!!!!"  - Riverton Police Department, December 2024