Cops Vs Teachers
Cops Vs Teachers
16th Annual Cops vs Teachers
Charity Basketball & Silent Auction
Friday, April 18, 2025
Brought to you by Kiwanis Club of Clover Park
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Now accepting donations and auction items
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Our Mission
The Cops vs Teachers Charity Basketball Game and Silent Auction is dedicated to uniting our community through the power of sports and service. Each year, we select a deserving individual or program in need, striving to raise critical funds and awareness to make a meaningful impact. Whether supporting children who face life-threatening illnesses or local programs that uplift families, our mission is to bring people together, foster goodwill, and create lasting change - one exciting game at a time.
The Cops vs Teachers Charity Basketball Game and Silent Auction is dedicated to uniting our community through the power of sports and service. Each year, we select a deserving individual or program in need, striving to raise critical funds and awareness to make a meaningful impact. Whether supporting children who face life-threatening illnesses or local programs that uplift families, our mission is to bring people together, foster goodwill, and create lasting change - one exciting game at a time.
Uplifting lives through hope and support, focusing on children with critical illnesses, honoring fallen law enforcement heroes, and supporting non-profit organizations.
About Us
SGT. Mark Renninger
Officer Ronald Owens
Officer Tina Griswold
OFFICER GReg Richards
BACKGROUND
Gone but Not Forgotten
In 2009, our community was deeply saddened and shocked at the loss of four Lakewood Police Officers. Sgt. Mark Renninger and patrol officers, Ronald Owens, Tina Griswold and Greg Richards were gunned down in a local coffee shop. In their honor the first Cops vs Teachers was held as a fundraiser to raise money for the families impacted by this tragedy.
About Us
OFFICER GReg Richards
SGT. Mark Renninger
Officer Ronald Owens
Officer Tina Griswold
OFFICER GReg Richards
SGT. Mark Renninger
Officer Ronald Owens
Officer Tina Griswold
OFFICER GReg Richards
SGT. Mark Renninger
Officer Ronald Owens
Officer Tina Griswold
OFFICER GReg Richards
SGT. Mark Renninger
Officer Ronald Owens
Officer Tina Griswold
Gone but Not Forgotten
In 2009, our community was deeply saddened and shocked at the loss of four Lakewood Police Officers. Sgt. Mark Renninger and patrol officers, Ronald Owens, Tina Griswold and Greg Richards were gunned down in a local coffee shop. In their honor the first Cops vs Teachers was held as a fundraiser to raise money for the families impacted by this tragedy.
Our Approach
Each year, our incredible sponsors provide financial assistance in the planning of this event. As such, we are able to donate 100% of the funds raised from at the door donations, concessions, silent auction proceeds, and cash donations to our annual recipients. The giving hearts of local businesses, and community members make this remarkable event possible built around compassion and the power of many hands!
Each year, our incredible sponsors provide financial assistance in the planning of this event. As such, we are able to donate 100% of the funds raised from at the door donations, concessions, silent auction proceeds, and cash donations to our annual recipients. The giving hearts of local businesses, and community members make this remarkable event possible built around compassion and the power of many hands!
Each year, our incredible sponsors provide financial assistance in the planning of this event. As such, we are able to donate 100% of the funds raised from at the door donations, concessions, silent auction proceeds, and cash donations to our annual recipients. The giving hearts of local businesses, and community members make this remarkable event possible built around compassion and the power of many hands!
About Us
Background
Supporting Our Officers
A Community Purpose
Our Cause
Gone but not forgotten
This annual event was born out of a heartbreaking tragedy. In 2009, our community was deeply saddened and shocked at the loss of four Lakewood Police Officers: Sgt. Mark Renninger and Officers Ronald Owens, Tina Griswold and Greg Richards were gunned down in a local coffee shop. In their honor, a local community service club held the first Cops vs Teachers Charity Basketball Game as a fundraiser to raise money for the families impacted by this senseless loss.
SGT. Mark Renninger
Officer Ronald Owens
Officer Tina Griswold
OFFICER GReg Richards
The Kiwanis Club of Clover Park has been an invaluable partner in making the annual Cops vs Teachers Charity Basketball Game a success for 16 incredible years! Their unwavering support, dedication, and generosity have played a vital role in bringing our community together for this special event. Without their commitment to service and giving back, this game would not be possible. We are deeply grateful for their continued efforts in supporting our mission and strengthening the bond between educators, law enforcement, and the community. Thank you, Kiwanis Club of Clover Park, for your steadfast partnership and making a lasting impact year after year!
The Kiwanis Club of Clover Park has been an invaluable partner in making the annual Cops vs Teachers Charity Basketball Game a success for 16 incredible years! Their unwavering support, dedication, and generosity have played a vital role in bringing our community together for this special event. Without their commitment to service and giving back, this game would not be possible. We are deeply grateful for their continued efforts in supporting our mission and strengthening the bond between educators, law enforcement, and the community. Thank you, Kiwanis Club of Clover Park, for your steadfast partnership and making a lasting impact year after year!
The Silent Auction
The Cops vs Teachers Silent Auction represents the largest contribution to the event. With over 100 raffle baskets and services donated by local businesses and community members, auction participants can walk away with a host of products, services and adventures! You don’t want to miss this! The impact of the collective action and unity of everyone involved speaks volumes to the support of our cause and our deep appreciation to local law enforcement.
The Cops vs Teachers Silent Auction represents the largest contribution to the event. With over 100 raffle baskets and services donated by local businesses and community members, auction participants can walk away with a host of products, services and adventures! You don’t want to miss this! The impact of the collective action and unity of everyone involved speaks volumes to the support of our cause and our deep appreciation to local law enforcement.
The Silent Auction
The Cops vs Teachers Silent Auction represents the largest contribution to the event. With over 100 raffle baskets and services donated by local businesses and community members, auction participants can walk away with a host of products, services and adventures! You don’t want to miss this! The impact of the collective action and unity of everyone involved speaks volumes to the support of our cause and our deep appreciation to local law enforcement.
Our 2025 Recipient
As a Clover Park School District educator, I was fortunate to work in the Lakewood and Joint Base Lewis McChord communities as a teacher and elementary school principal for more than 40 years. I truly had the best job in the world, working with some of the finest parents, students and staff! I completed my last district assignment in June 2011 as the principal of Dower Elementary School.
Unfortunately, in September 2023, I was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. ALS is a fatal, progressive neurodegenerative disease and everyone who contracts it responds differently. There is no cure. The rate of contraction is projected to increase worldwide by nearly 70 percent by 2040.
Please help me raise the awareness of this terrible disease and support finding of a cure. Again, thank all of you for your overwhelming generosity and support of me and my family.
Let’s find a cure for ALS!
Sincerely,
Tom Prentice
As a Clover Park School District educator, I was fortunate to work in the Lakewood and Joint Base Lewis McChord communities as a teacher and elementary school principal for more than 40 years. I truly had the best job in the world, working with some of the finest parents, students and staff! I completed my last district assignment in June 2011 as the principal of Dower Elementary School.
Unfortunately, in September 2023, I was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. ALS is a fatal, progressive neurodegenerative disease and everyone who contracts it responds differently. There is no cure. The rate of contraction is projected to increase worldwide by nearly 70 percent by 2040.
Please help me raise the awareness of this terrible disease and support finding of a cure. Again, thank all of you for your overwhelming generosity and support of me and my family.
Let’s find a cure for ALS!
Sincerely,
Tom Prentice
Our 2025 Recipient
As a Clover Park School District educator, I was fortunate to work in the Lakewood and Joint Base Lewis McChord communities as a teacher and elementary school principal for more than 40 years. I truly had the best job in the world, working with some of the finest parents, students and staff! I completed my last district assignment in June 2011 as the principal of Dower Elementary School.
Unfortunately, in September 2023, I was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. ALS is a fatal, progressive neurodegenerative disease and everyone who contracts it responds differently. There is no cure. The rate of contraction is projected to increase worldwide by nearly 70 percent by 2040.
Please help me raise the awareness of this terrible disease and support finding of a cure. Again, thank all of you for your overwhelming generosity and support of me and my family.
Let’s find a cure for ALS!
Sincerely,
Tom Prentice
Meet our 2025 Sponsors
This event would not be possible without the amazing generosity of our sponsors. Their support allows us to provide 100% of the event proceeds to our recipients. We are beyond thankful to the Kiwanis Club of Clover Park, Milgard Windows and Doors, TwinStar Credit Union, Umpqua Bank Lakewood, and the Miter Foundation.
Meet our 2025 Sponsors
This event would not be possible without the amazing generosity of our sponsors. Their support allows us to provide 100% of the event proceeds to our recipients. We are beyond thankful to the Kiwanis Club of Clover Park, Milgard Windows and Doors, TwinStar Credit Union, Umpqua Bank Lakewood, and the Miter Foundation.
Meet our
2024 Sponsors
This event would not be possible without the amazing generosity of our sponsors. Their support allows us to provide 100% of the event proceeds to our recipients. We are beyond thankful to the Kiwanis Club of Clover Park, Milgard Windows and Doors, TwinStar Credit Union, Umpqua Bank Lakewood, and the Miter Foundation.
If you have any questions about the event, volunteering or making a donation, we would love to hear from you.
If you have any questions about the event, volunteering or making a donation, we would love to hear from you.
If you have any questions about the event, volunteering or making a donation, we would love to hear from you.
Cash Donations
Cash Donations
Cash Donations
Not interested in bidding on an auction item but still want to support the event? Cash donations may be made through the auction site and are tax deductible. All proceeds from the event are given to our recipients and your generous donation is greatly appreciated.
If you prefer to pay via check, please make payable to Kiwanis Club of Clover Park and mail to:
Kiwanis Club of Clover Park
Attn: Ken McDonald
9524 Gravelly Lake Dr SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Not interested in bidding on an auction item but still want to support the event? Cash donations may be made through the auction site and are tax deductible. All proceeds from the event are given to our recipients and your generous donation is greatly appreciated.
If you prefer to pay via check, please make payable to Kiwanis Club of Clover Park and mail to:
Kiwanis Club of Clover Park
Attn: Ken McDonald
9524 Gravelly Lake Dr SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Not interested in bidding on an auction item but still want to support the event? Cash donations may be made through the auction site and are tax deductible. All proceeds from the event are given to our recipients and your generous donation is greatly appreciated.
If you prefer to pay via check, please make payable to Kiwanis Club of Clover Park and mail to:
Kiwanis Club of Clover Park
Attn: Ken McDonald
9524 Gravelly Lake Dr SW
Lakewood, WA 98499