We hope your summer is off to a great start! If you haven't checked out our brand new website, head over to Tucson Hearts of Gold and learn about all the ways we give back to the Department and Southern Arizona Law Enforcement.
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We recently worked with the talented Ray Smith to create the below videos. Click on the links to learn more about our programs and to hear testimonials from participants who have received assistance from Hearts of Gold. |
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2022 Topgolf Tickets Now On Sale!! |
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Our first Topgolf Fundraiser last year was a huge success and a ton of fun!
Tickets are now on sale for this year coming up on
Sunday, October 2!
Click the link above to purchase your tickets before they are sold out!
If you have seating preferences, please let us know at
*This fundraiser is open to all current and retired Law Enforcement personnel and their friends, families, and supporters*
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2022 Gaslight Tickets Now On Sale!! |
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Tickets for the 2022 Gaslight Fundraiser are now on sale!
Please email Hearts of Gold prior to clicking the above link to purchase your tickets to ensure that your seat selection is available.
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*A note about ticket prices: While the Hearts of Gold ticket price has remained the same for the past 10 years, Gaslight Theater has increased our cost each year. This year, the cost to Hearts of Gold will be $20 per ticket. In order for us to keep this event a fundraiser, the Board made the difficult decision to price all tickets at $25 to account for the increase in our cost. We thank you for your understanding and continued support of this long-standing fundraiser.* |
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2022 Scholarship Recipients |
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The following family members of Hearts of Gold Participants were awarded $2,000 each for higher education. Hearts of Gold usually gives five scholarships, however, this year there was a tie for the 5th place, so the Board decided to award both for a total of six scholarships. Congratulations to all of these very deserving and impressive scholars! |
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Katelyn is the daughter of Evidence Superintendent, Bill Brantley. Katelyn is a native Tucsonan and will be attending Pima Community College working toward a degree in Mathematics. She will also be working on getting her teaching certificate with a goal to teach middle or high school students. Teaching has been something Katelyn has enjoyed since middle school. She credits her passion for teaching to the amazing teachers she had the past 4 years in high school. Katelyn hopes to have a positive and lasting impact on students just as her teachers did for her. Congratulations on your educational endeavors Katelyn! |
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Malani is the daughter of Officer Chuck Gonzales. Entering into her junior year at the University of Arizona, Malani Gonzales is more than excited to be half way done with her collegiate career. She is currently majoring in Law and minoring in World Literature as the focus for her Bachelor Degree. Taking part in Phi Alpha Delta, a pre-law fraternity, she is looking into the various aspects of law in which she may want to specialize one day. Malani’s time is best spent researching the prospective law schools she may apply to and studying for the LSAT. Congratulations on your scholarship Malani! |
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Michael is the son of retired Lieutenant and current Hearts of Gold participant, Jennifer Pegnato. Michael graduated from Ironwood Ridge High School in 2021 and just finished his first year at the University of La Verne in Southern California. At ULV, he is studying Broadcast Journalism in hopes of becoming a Sports Broadcaster or Analyst. Even though he wasn't able to play beyond High School, he loves to play soccer anytime he has the chance. He recently joined Sigma Alpha Epsilon and has already taken on leadership positions within the fraternity. He also lifeguards for the City of La Verne, the University of La Verne, and Pima County when he's home for the summer in Tucson. Congratulations Michael! |
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Gehrig is the son of Detective Natalie Pike. He graduated from Canyon Del Oro High School in the Spring of 2022. Gehrig will be attending Pima Community College for the next two years with plans to transfer to the University of Arizona to complete his degree. Gehrig plans on studying computer software engineering and designing software after college. His hobbies include spending time with friends and family, taking photos with friends, and walking his puppy. Congratulations Gehrig! |
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Rylee is the daughter of Sergeant Corie Nolan. Rylee will be attending Culver-Stockton College in the fall located in Canton, Missouri. There she will pursue her goal of playing collegiate volleyball. She will major in Criminal Justice and plans on pursuing a career in law enforcement with future aspirations of becoming a homicide detective. Rylee is excited to start this new chapter of life and to see what the future holds. Congratulations Rylee! |
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Ranger is the son of retired Officer and current Hearts of Gold participant, Rusty Stevenson. Ranger will be beginning his second year at the University of Arizona in the fall. He is studying Material Science Engineering with a minor in business. Ranger hopes to use his degree to help people and create a better future. Ranger's favorite quote which guides his life is "Do not try to be a man of success, but rather a man of value" by Einstein. Congratulations on your scholarship and continued educational endeavors Ranger! |
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Department Wellness Grants:
Congratulations to Crime Scene Specialist Garrett Myers for being selected as the 2022 1st Quarter Grant recipient. Garrett received a Wellness Grant to purchase this Rogue Power Rack, barbell, and bumper plates for the fitness room at EPIC. We hope that this new equipment will encourage and facilitate employee fitness and wellness.
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Do you have a project or idea that will improve the overall health, wellness, and morale of TPD employees? Click the link above to review the guidelines and apply for a Hearts of Gold Wellness Grant. Applications are accepted year-round, and awards are granted quarterly. |
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Since taking office in July of 2019, the amount of annual assistance the Board has granted has exceeded all past annual amounts.
The number of assistance requests and the amount of assistance granted has steadily increased each year since 2019.
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The new Board of Directors expanded the bylaws in July 2019 so that the contributions Hearts of Gold receives from that time frame forward may be used to support all of the programs we offer. Current participants at that time were given the opportunity to “opt out.”
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Need Help With Financial Planning? |
Hearts of Gold is committed to ensuring that all Department members have access to financial planning assistance. If you would like to take advantage of a free, no commitment, one-hour financial planning meeting through Vetrano Financial Services, please email:
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TPD Pantry
Available to all Department members who may be struggling to make ends meet. We provide basic household items like diapers, formula, baby wipes, food, and other necessities in times of need. You do not need to be a Hearts of Gold participant to utilize this program. Simply contact one of the BSU representatives below to request needed items. Confidentiality is paramount.
How do I request items from the TPD Pantry?
Lt. Dominic Flores
520-539-7305
Sergeant Alfonso Carranza
520-561-9113
Sergeant Tamra Thomas
520-589-8742
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The Tucson Police Department and police departments around the nation continue to suffer preventable tragedies related to suicide. Hearts of Gold wants ALL current and retired Department members to know they are supported and have options if they need help. These magnets have been distributed to all substations as a reminder of that support. Our hope is to see these magnets throughout all of the various work locations to remind members that they are never alone. |
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With your suggestions and feedback, we continue to add to our Hearts of Gold merchandise selection. Our newest additions are the ring spun cotton t-shirts above. We have added these in military green and black camo, and each are available in men's and ladies' styles. We hope to have these new shirts in by mid-August. All merchandise is available at the main station or on our website. |
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Benefits of Hearts of Gold Participation |
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- Minimum $5 per paycheck payroll contributions are 100% voluntary.
- Deduction appears as “PS Foundation” on paystub.
- Provides financial assistance to sworn and professional staff Department members and their immediate families who have suffered a catastrophic event that has caused financial hardship.
- 100% tax deductible as Hearts of Gold is a 501(c)(3).
- Retirees are eligible to participate and receive assistance
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To sign up for Hearts of Gold click the Enrollment Form link, fill out the form, scan and email the completed form to info@tucsonheartsofgold.org
- Please allow 2 pay periods for deductions to begin.
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Connect with Hearts of Gold |
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We want to hear from you! |
The Hearts of Gold Board of Directors wants to hear from you! Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to respond to the various surveys we have put out. We have created easy links to share your experiences and let us know how we can improve and enhance our programs, communication and service. Your responses are anonymous and are seen by all Board members. If you have a compliment, concern, or idea, please consider taking a few moments to leave it on the survey. We value your input! |
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