The BackStoppers, Inc.

A nonprofit organization

Started in 1959, The BackStoppers provides needed financial assistance and support to the spouses and dependent children of all police officers, firefighters and volunteer firefighters, and publicly-funded paramedics and EMTs in our coverage area who have lost their lives or suffered a catastrophic injury performing their duty.
The BackStoppers currently assists approximately 95 families with 70 dependent children and has supported over 180 families since 1959.

Eliminates the family's debt
Assists with tuition and educational costs from day care through university
Covers the cost of health and dental insurance
Reimburses for out-of-pocket medical expenses
Assists with miscellaneous extraordinary expenses
Provides financial counseling

Mission

Helping the families of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our safety.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

The BackStoppers, Inc.

Tax id (EIN)

43-6032561

Mission/Purpose

Economic/Financial Security, Education, Education - Early Childhood, Education - K-12, Education - Higher Ed, Public Safety

Operating Budget

Medium: $1,000,001 - $2,000,000

Service Area

St Louis County

Audiences Served

First Responders, Older Adults, Women, Men, Children, Youth, Families

Address

10411 Clayton Rd Ste 203
Saint Louis, MO 63129

Phone

314-692-0200