Sunday, February 9, 2025

10 Things About Emily Rex & the San Diego Police Foundation

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“The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.”

The goal of the San Diego Police Foundation is to create a safer San Diego by funding crucial equipment, specialized training and outreach programs. There is a gap in police funding between what the City budget can provide and what is actually needed. As a Board Member of the Police Council, Emily Rex helps to fill this gap which is literally lifesaving.

Emily Rex sky diving

#1 I am an Army brat. We lived in Germany, Okinawa, Massachusetts, New York, Florida, Arizona and Virginia.

 

#2 I have two sentimental items. One is my father’s West Point ring and the other is my Girl Scout sash adorned with dozens of badges that my father sewed on for me.

 

#3 Hiking Machu Picchu was jaw-dropping and a safari in Africa will have a special place in my heart forever.

 

#4 My favorite travel destination would not entirely include ‘traveling’ because I once lived in our nation’s capitol, Washington DC.

 

#5 I am a workaholic. I do not regret it, but I just wish I would have taken a couple of trips here and there. I do not want to die with dreams. I want to die with memories.

Emily Rex with her rescue animals

#6 I have a mini zoo of rescue animals. Grey and Goose are my blue nose pitbulls. Cat (homage to the feline in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”) was a pregnant stray who walked into our home and had 7 kittens. We kept her and two of the kitties. We also have two African Leopard tortoises.

 

#7 Our firm, Departure, was hired to rebrand the Police Foundation. I was immediately drawn to the mission. Our tagline, “Every Dime Fights Crime” encourages San Diegans to support those men and women in blue who make our neighborhoods safe, who uphold our laws, who protect our future, and who do the tough work to save lives.

 

#8 A woman told 911 operators that her partner had threatened to shoot her. The suspect had already fled when Ace, a Police Canine, funded by Barbie and Dan Spinazzola through the San Diego Police Foundation, arrived. A backpack with ammunition in it was found but no gun. Ace quickly used his superpowers of smell to find the firearm and key evidence on the roof. Thanks to Officer Jason Langley and police service dog Ace, the suspect was later arrested.

 

#9 In honor of the San Diego Police Foundation’s 25th Anniversary, we are calling upon San Diegans to each donate $25.

 

#10 A strong police department and a strong community go hand in hand. Your donation will help us ensure that those who protect and serve San Diego have what they need to do their job.

San Diego Police Foundation EVENT

San Diego Police Foundation
25th Anniversary Giving Campaign
www.sdpolicefoundation.org

Lori Walton
Lori Walton
My love and appreciation for nonprofit work began in college when I was selected to represent UCLA’s undergraduate service organization. As a student, I didn’t have a lot of money to donate but I quickly learned that I could make an impact by giving my time. All you have to do to make a difference in someone’s life is care. For the last 30 years, San Diego has been my home. During this time, I have served on over 17 boards and chaired 27 fundraisers. No matter how much work I do with nonprofits, I am always amazed at the number of awesome causes and dedicated supporters out there. San Diego definitely has the best weather in the world but what makes San Diego America’s finest city are the people. I feel incredibly lucky and blessed to live in a city that has so many kind and selfless souls who genuinely care about making our community a better place for everyone. As Giving Back Magazine’s Philanthropy Editor, each week, I feature a hero and the causes that are creating a positive difference in our world. Always remember that philanthropy is about more than giving money, it’s about caring enough to help others who are in pain. So, go out there and make every moment count!

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