Local Businesses Rally to Support Families of Fallen Officers Girvin and Reese


Several local businesses are stepping up to support the families of Officers Christopher Reese and Cameron Girvin, who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty. Here’s how you can contribute while supporting these generous businesses:

  • Sandbridge Tattoo (Virginia Beach) – Offering walk-in appointments for pre-designed tattoos at $75 each from Tuesday, Feb. 25, through Saturday, March 1. All proceeds will be donated to the affected families. More Info

  • Thin Brew Line (Virginia Beach) – This Irish pub and brewery will donate 100% of proceeds from their next batch of beer to the Girvin and Reese families. The batch is expected to be ready by the first week of March. More Info

  • SuperHeroes Ice Cream and Pizza (Virginia Beach) – Hosting a fundraiser on Saturday, March 1, where 100% of all sales will go directly to the families. Special guests like Spider-Man and the Red Power Ranger will be in attendance to show their support. The event runs from noon to 8 p.m. More Info

  • The Cockeyed Rooster Café (Smithfield) – Donating 20% of their proceeds from Saturday, March 1, through Sunday, March 2, to the Virginia Beach Police Foundation. More Info

  • Dine-In VB – The Virginia Beach Restaurant Association is accepting gift card donations to give to the families of the fallen Virginia Beach police officers Chris Reese and Cameron Girvin. If you’d like to donate a physical gift card, you may drop it by the VBRA office at 1206 Laskin Rd., Suite 201, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Digital gift cards may be emailed to [email protected]More Info

  • Zero’s Subs at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront (632 Virginia Beach Blvd) will donate 100% of sales on Wednesday, February 26th to the families of fallen officers.

If you would like to make a donation to the families, the Virginia Beach Police Department urges the public to be cautious of potential donation scams. It’s essential to ensure that contributions are made through verified and official channels.

Virginia Beach Police Foundation

The Virginia Beach Police Foundation is a charitable, all-volunteer, non-profit organization distinct from the Virginia Beach Police Department and the City of Virginia Beach. The foundation provides financial assistance to officers and their families in times of need. Donations can be made directly through their website.

VB Police Foundation

GoFundMe Campaigns

Official GoFundMe pages have been established to support the families of Officers Reese and Girvin:

  • Officer Christopher Reese: This fundraiser aims to assist Officer Reese’s wife and family during this challenging time.

    GoFundMe

  • Officer Cameron Girvin: This campaign supports Officer Girvin’s wife, who is expecting their first child, a baby girl due this summer.

    GoFundMe

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