04/16/2026
Light Ohio Blue 2026 — May 6 through May 16. Honor the fallen. Support those who serve.
11TH ANNUAL
Light Ohio Blue 2026
HONOR • SUPPORT
May 6 – 16, 2026
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The annual Light Ohio Blue campaign, an effort that reaches every corner of our great state, is fast approaching. This powerful initiative unites communities of all sizes with their local law enforcement agencies to honor Ohio's fallen officers and show support for those currently serving across the Buckeye State.
This year's campaign will run from May 6th through May 16th in conjunction with National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day. During these eleven days, Ohioans are invited to change their porch and exterior lights to blue as a visible symbol of gratitude and solidarity with the men and women who protect our communities every day.
Never Forget
According to the National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund, more than 24,400 U.S. law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty since the first recorded death in the late 1700s. In 2025 alone, 111 officers made the ultimate sacrifice.
According to Ohio C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors), Ohio ranks 5th in the nation for the number of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. Tragically, four officers in Ohio made the ultimate sacrifice last year:
• Special Deputy Larry Henderson, Jr. (Hamilton County Sheriff's Office)
• Deputy Sheriff Daniel Weston Sherrer (Morrow County Sheriff's Office)
• Police Officer Phillip C. Wagner (Lorain Police Department)
• Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton (Ohio State Highway Patrol)
While we can never fully ease the grief and trauma felt by the families and agencies left behind, we can make a solemn vow: to never forget their sacrifice. We honor not only the fallen officers but also the families who have endured unimaginable loss in service to their communities, our state, and our nation.
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IN MEMORIAM
Honor & Support
At the heart of the Light Ohio Blue campaign are two core pillars: Honor, paying tribute to our fallen law enforcement officers and their families, and Support, showing appreciation for the dedicated men and women currently serving, along with their loved ones.
What makes this campaign so powerful is its simplicity. Anyone can participate by displaying a visible blue light or ribbon, making it easy for individuals, families, and communities to get involved and show their support. This campaign is more than a tribute. It's a way to build new connections with the community and strengthen the bonds we already share.
Supporting Ohio law enforcement through events, photo contests, and community programs.