FWPD West Division December 2025 Holiday Edition

FWPD West Division Newsletter

December 2025 Holiday Edition

West Division Holiday Highlights

This holiday season, West Division officers, staff and Citizens on Patrol (COP) volunteers have been spreading joy and helping make the season brighter for many throughout our community. From building bears for young patients at Cook Children’s Medical Center to participating in Helpers and Heroes, Shop with a COP, and Snowball Express, their efforts have brought smiles to countless faces. They also collected toys for the Blue Elves Christmas program, gathered stuffed animals during the Fort Worth Civic Orchestra Christmas Program to support the Children’s Advocacy Center, and joined in the festive fun of the Vista West Cookie Crawl. Their compassion and commitment to serving others truly embody the spirit of the season, as reflected in these photos highlighting their community involvement.

Cook Children's Medical Center

Fort Worth Police Officers Deliver Beary Big Smiles

Fort Worth Police Officers Association (FWPOA) visited Cook Children's Medical Center on Wednesday December 10, 2025, greeting families and bringing a piece of holiday magic to patients.

Through the FWPOA's nonprofit Cops for Kids, 700 teddy bears were donated and distributed to patients at the medical center. Each teddy bear was prepared with extra care, dressed by FWPOA officers and volunteers, and made at Cook Children's Build-A-Bear workshop.

The FWPOA has donated bears for more than a decade.

Blue Elves Christmas Toy Collection

The new West Division COP Coordinator kicked off the holiday season by hosting her first toy drive and celebration. The always-popular Ugly Sweater Contest brought plenty of laughter and cheer, with prizes awarded for first, second, and third place. In partnership with the South Division Blue Elves Toy Drive, the West Division COPs helped bring joy to many underprivileged children through generous toy donations. Guests enjoyed a festive holiday spread, and several attendees shared their own family-favorite treats, adding a warm personal touch to the celebration.

Target, Walmart and Fort Worth Police Bring Joy to Local Families

Target, Walmart and the Fort Worth Police Department came together this season to host not one, but three heartwarming Helpers and Heroes events. The excitement was contagious as officers, joined by McGruff the Crime Dog, welcomed students and their families with smiles, laughter, and plenty of holiday cheer. Once everyone had arrived, officers teamed up with families for a fun-filled shopping spree through the aisles of Target and Walmart helping children choose gifts and holiday surprises.

The stores buzzed with happiness as laughter mixed with the sounds of holiday music. For many families, the event brought more than just gifts—it created special memories and a sense of belonging within the community. The kindness, connection, and joy shared that day truly captured the spirit of the season and reminded everyone how powerful it can be when a community comes together to care for one another.

301 Carroll St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107

5700 Overton Ridge Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76132

Walmart 6770 Westworth Blvd Westworth Village, Texas 76114

Walmart and Fort Worth Police Team Up to Support Local Families

On December 13, 2025, nearly 500 students and their families gathered at Walmart on Clifford Street in Fort Worth for a joyful day of holiday shopping. Each family was paired with a Fort Worth police officer to pick out gifts for their loved ones during a festive shopping spree. Afterward, everyone headed to Birchman Baptist Church, where students wrapped their presents and enjoyed a delicious lunch together. The event was filled with smiles, laughter, and the true spirit of the season.

Snowball Express

On December 13, 2025, American Airlines and the Gary Sinise Foundation once again joined forces to host the annual Snowball Express, a heartfelt tribute to the families of first responders who lost their lives in the line of duty. Law enforcement officers from Arlington, Dallas, DFW Airport Police, and Grapevine came together to support the event, with the Fort Worth Police Department's Pipe and Drum Corps leading the moving procession.

Six charter flights departed from American Airlines hubs across the country, carrying families to Orlando, Florida, for an unforgettable weekend at Walt Disney World. The event is made possible each year by more than a thousand dedicated volunteers, including pilots and flight attendants who eagerly give their time—many waiting years for the chance to participate. The Snowball Express continues to bring comfort, connection, and joy to families who have given so much.

Fort Worth Civic Orchestra Teddy Bear Christmas

Since 2002, the Fort Worth Civic Orchestra’s annual holiday concert has been about more than music—it’s been about giving back. Each year, concert guests are invited to bring a stuffed animal to donate to the Fort Worth Police Department. Officers keep these cuddly toys in their patrol cars to comfort children they meet during difficult or traumatic situations. Thanks to the incredible generosity of concertgoers, donations have grown so abundant that the Police Department now partners with Alliance for Children to ensure every extra stuffed animal finds its way to a child who could use a little extra comfort.

Vista West Cookie Crawl

The annual Vista West Cookie Crawl is a beloved neighborhood tradition that brings families and friends together for an evening of sweet holiday fun. Neighbors stroll house to house, enjoying homemade treats and festive decorations along the way. Fort Worth police officers, firefighters, and Citizens on Patrol (COP) volunteers join in the fun too—sampling classic cookies and seasonal sips while helping judge the dazzling holiday displays. Every so often, the sound of sirens signaled a quick call, but before long, they were back to enjoy more cookies and cheer. The neighborhood buzzed with laughter, wagons full of children, and parents savoring a warm drink—or a festive adult beverage. With treats ranging from chocolate chip and Cindy Lou cookies to toffee, no-bake cornflake clusters, and even a waffle surprise, everyone left full of holiday spirit and already excited for next year.

Festive Fun: Overton South COP Group Hosts Its First Holiday Gathering

Our newest West Division Citizens on Patrol (COP) group, Overton South, celebrated the holidays in true festive style! Friends, neighbors, and COP volunteers gathered to enjoy homemade snacks, peppermint bark, peanut clusters, and steaming bowls of chili. This year also marked the group's first National Night Out—an incredible milestone for our growing community. With our one-year anniversary coming up this spring, we’re filled with excitement and ready to reach even greater heights together.