The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is calling on the public to support its officers and their families through the 2024 AFP Legacy fundraising auction.
AFP Legacy, a not-for-profit organisation, provides vital financial and compassionate assistance to families of AFP employees who pass away while serving the community.
Currently, AFP Legacy supports over 50 legatees—spouses or children of deceased AFP employees—by offering both emotional and financial assistance. This includes bereavement payments, educational funding, medical expenses, meal delivery, and support for extracurricular activities and community involvement.
As a charity that relies entirely on donations, sponsorships, and fundraising efforts, AFP Legacy is hopeful that this year’s auction will continue to provide essential resources for the families it serves.
Commander Gail McClure, an AFP Legacy board member, highlighted the organisation’s mission to stand by the families of officers in their time of need.
“Our officers dedicate their careers to serving the community, and AFP Legacy is here to support their families when they need it the most,” Commander McClure said.
“This includes everything from funeral assistance to helping children through school. However, this level of support comes at a cost, and the charity depends solely on the generosity of donors and sponsors.”
The auction features a wide range of donated prizes, including a five-star weekend in Melbourne, a Taylor Swift signed and framed microphone, a cricket shirt signed by the Australian men’s World Cup-winning team, a seven-night holiday in Thailand, and a Matildas jersey signed by Sam Kerr.
The public is invited to participate in the silent auction, with categories ranging from artwork and fashion to travel, sporting memorabilia, and entertainment packages. Bids for both the silent and live auctions close at 7pm AEDT on Saturday, 26 October 2024, with successful bidders notified via phone.
To date, the auction has raised over $10,000 in bids. In addition to the auction, AFP Legacy is launching a newly designed mascot, Constable Kenny Koala, which will be available for purchase starting Monday, 28 October 2024.
Established in 2004 as the Chequered Ribbon Association, AFP Legacy continues to honour the legacy of fallen AFP officers by providing crucial support to their families.
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