This holiday season the men and women of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) participated in various events where they had the opportunity to help spread holiday cheer. Here is a glimpse of just some of the events JSO members have been involved in this December:
Jacksonville Bar Association Gift Delivery
In early December, JSO officers teamed up with members of the Jacksonville Bar Association to play the role of Santa delivering presents to seniors in the community.
To view the post regarding this event on JSO's Facebook page, please click here.
Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 5-30 Members Host Annual Children's Christmas Party
On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, members of the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 5-30, hosted the FOP's Annual Children's Christmas Party.
Students along with staff members from the Duval County Schools' special-education program attended the event which included a special visit from Santa Claus. Following his entrance, Santa and his helpers greeted each child and presented them with a gift.
To view the post regarding this event on JSO's social media platforms, please click on one of the following links: Facebook | Instagram | X
For more information about the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 5-30, please visit: fop530.com
Fraternal Order of Police's "COPS & Kids" Event
Then on Monday, December 15, 2025, Sheriff T.K. Waters joined members of the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 5-30 for their annual "COPS & Kids" event which pairs children with law enforcement officers for an afternoon of holiday shopping.
The program is designed to build relationships between officers and the community they serve. It is funded through the FOP's annual fundraising drive.
To view the post regarding this event on JSO's social media platforms, please click on one of the following links: Facebook | Instagram | X
For more information about the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 5-30, please visit: fop530.com
To view photos from this event, please click here to visit JSO's Facebook page.
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