Protecting Children, Restoring Hope

Shield4Kids is dedicated to providing support and care for children affected by abuse and neglect.

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Our Mission

Devoted to providing child abuse victims the basic necessities and hope when they need it most.

Support

We provide immediate support to children placed in emergency protective custody.

Care

Our backpacks offer comfort and essential items during difficult transitions.

Hope

We aim to restore hope and bring joy through our sibling reunification program.

Our Programs

Backpack Care Packages

We provide backpacks filled with essential items and comfort objects to children placed in emergency protective custody. These backpacks offer a sense of ownership and stability during uncertain times.

  • Toiletries and personal care items
  • Age-appropriate clothing
  • Comforting toys and books
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Excursion Sibling Reunion Program

We organize supervised outings to reunite siblings who have been separated due to placement in different foster homes. These joyful experiences help maintain crucial family bonds.

  • Fun-filled day trips
  • Supervised by caring professionals
  • Creating lasting memories
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The Reality of Child Abuse

Every 10 Seconds

A report of child abuse is made in the United States

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Children die every day due to abuse or neglect in the United States

Source: U.S. Department of Justice

Letter From Captain John Lecrivain

Team,

On Aug 3, 2022, I joined all of the other patrol station captains and the Sheriff at an event in Whittier. During the event, we were introduced to a charitable organization working to help children who are placed into the foster care system. The organization was founded and is being led by a retired detective from the Los Angeles Police Department.

He spent the majority of his career investigating child abuse and family crimes. The organization, "Shield 4 Kids," has just a few targeted projects which have had an impact on many children placed in the foster care system. One of those projects we have been asked to participate in is the Backpack Care Package. Shield 4 Kids has assembled hundreds of backpacks, filled with age-specific items which we have been asked to give to children we take into protective custody and release to DCFS for placement. Unfortunately, when we take children from homes and place them into protective custody, we do not always have the ability to include personal items (in some cases there are not any to bring) with the children. These backpacks have some personal care items as well as blankets and stuffed toys for the children.

Each station was given eight (4 boys/4 girls) backpacks. They are age-specific, so the contents vary. I included a picture of our first set so you can recognize them. They have been placed in the lower cabinets in the Captain’s Conference room. If you give one away, please let Operations know via email, call, or stop by, and we will send the request for replacement.

I have also attached a few photos of our first gifting. A young boy was abandoned by his mother and ended up in our care. While he was awaiting the DCFS response, LET Villalobos gave him his backpack. It appears he was so happy, he put it on right then and there. Hopefully, he is young enough not to remember, but I know all those involved in this case will.

Thank you, Shield 4 Kids.

Shield 4 Kids – Forged to Protect

John Lecrivain, Captain
Lancaster Sheriff's Station
501 West Lancaster Blvd.
Lancaster, CA 93534

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