Shop with a Cop Fund Announcement

The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the creation of the Shop with a Cop Fund, which serves to support the beloved annual community event. Shop with a Cop was established over thirty years ago by Terry Stoffel to provide a Christmas experience for struggling families and children. Along with providing Christmas to families in need, Shop with a Cop strives to build bridges between local law enforcement and the Huntington community.  

“Shop with a Cop is a local tradition and we are happy to be a partner in this year’s effort,” said Matt Ditzler, Community Foundation Executive Director.  

In 2025, Shop with a Cop served 158 children and their families. The meaningful event is coordinated by the Huntington North Criminal Justice Class and local Law Enforcement agencies, who generously volunteer to shop alongside children and families during Shop with a Cop. Each year, the Criminal Justice Class completes a fundraising campaign to support Shop with a Cop. With the generosity of Huntington community members, children and their families can experience the joy of Christmas. This year, Shop with a Cop will take place on Thursday, December 17^th, 2026. 

Those interested in supporting Shop with a Cop can make checks payable to the Community Foundation of Huntington County with ‘Shop with a Cop’ in the memo line. Donations can be mailed to: 

Community Foundation of Huntington County 
PO Box 5037 
Huntington, IN 46750  

Donations may also be made online by visiting our Donation Page and selecting ‘Shop with a Cop Fund’ in the Fund Preference dropdown menu. If you wish to drop off your donation in person, you may visit the Community Foundation of Huntington County office at 356 West Park Drive. 

The Community Foundation is honored to support Shop with a Cop’s efforts to provide this impactful holiday event for local children and families in need.