08/26/2026
Tonight, the City Council accepted and appropriated a $180,000 donation to the Odessa Police Department from the 2026 Bustin’ for Badges Clay Shoot. This year’s contribution represents the largest amount raised for OPD through the event to date.
Bustin’ for Badges is an annual sporting clay tournament benefiting the Odessa Police Department, Midland Police Department, Ector County Sheriff’s Office, and Midland County Sheriff’s Office. Since its establishment in 2014, the tournament has grown into one of the largest law enforcement fundraisers of its kind, raising more than $5 million to support the four participating agencies.
Each agency uses its share of the proceeds to invest in equipment and technology that strengthen public safety. OPD’s $180,000 contribution will help fund critical equipment, including ballistic shields and ballistic vests, providing officers with additional protection and resources as they serve the Odessa community.
