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faith-based support for first responderS
10-42 PROJECT
We serve as a confidential ally to every current and former first responder, and their families, walking with them through the barriers that prevent access to support and mental health resources.
10-42 Project is a 501c3 non-profit organization.
Without 10-42, I don’t know that I would have ever found the mental health resources I needed that were tailored to first responders. 10-42 connected me to a non-profit that provides service dogs and I don’t think I would have ever found that.
Serving on the board has given me a front-row seat to what it means to show up with integrity, purpose, and faith. The 10-42 Project meets first responders where they are, including in their hardest moments. The stuff they have to see would overwhelm some of the strongest people, and yet they know they have a God from whose hand they cannot be snatched.
Provide Mental Health Tools
Restore Hope
Empower & Support First Responders
Guide People to Jesus
Are you a first responder?
The 10-42 Project is a faith-based resource and refuge organization dedicated to supporting first responders. We equip individuals with essential mental health tools, restore hope during times of crisis, and guide people toward a renewed purpose through the everlasting love of Jesus.
Looking to support our efforts?
We envision a world where first responders are empowered and supported, experiencing holistic healing and transformation, and where their lives reflect the hope and love of Christ, fostering stronger communities for all.
10-42 Project Testimonials
My husband and I have been volunteering at 4 day PTSD retreats in Chicago for first responders. It has been an honor to help them and to see firsthand what they are going through. My husband Mike retired from the Warren County Sheriff office after 28 years of service. I was a death investigator at the county, state and federal level. Being new ambassadors for this organization gives us the ability to bring Christ to those in need as well to continue our own healing process. It has given us purpose.
The 10-42 project plays a pivotal role in helping members of the civil service job fields when there seems to be not much for resources available to them. Listening to Dan’s story and how he started the 10-42 project impacted me because I found a lot of similarities with experiences I went through while deployed and after and how finding God offered me a chance to truly be free of trauma, shame, and ultimately my sin that had so destroyed my life.
Without 10-42, I don’t know that I would have ever found the mental health resources I needed that were tailored to first responders. 10-42 connected me to a non-profit that provides service dogs and I don’t think I would have ever found that. The mere fact that I’m still here is the biggest impact to my family. I’m not sure I would be without the 10-42 Project.
Your Story Matters
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The 10-42 Pillars
Equip
- Speaking to recruits at the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
- Speaking to departments
- One-on-ones with new recruits (outside of the mentorship)
- Shared Voices podcast
Restore
- Crisis response calls
- Talking and meeting with people one-on-one
- Peer mentorship program
- Shared Voices podcast
- 10-42 Project retreats
- Bridging to resources (counseling, skills training retreats, etc.)
- Connecting with a healthy community
Repurpose
- Ambassador training program
Support Our First Responders
Check out our numerous volunteer opportunities!