Frequently Asked Questions
How did the 100 Club get its name?
In 1950 a Detroit businessman asked 100 of his friends
and associates to help the family of a slain police officer. Since then
100 Clubs have developed in many cities and countries around the world.
What does the 100 Club do?
The purpose of The 100 Club is to help provide for the
surviving spouses and dependents of law enforcement officers,
firefighters and paramedics who lose their lives in the line of duty.
This includes all federal, state, county and local officers,
firefighters and paramedics stationed in and working out of Bay
County.
Do we cover all family members?
Our benefits go to surviving spouses, dependents and even
surviving parents if they were actually dependent on the deceased for
their support.
Do all deaths qualify for coverage by the 100 Club?
No. When a law enforcement officer, firefighter or
paramedic dies as a result of a law enforcement or a firefighting
function, the 100 Club will respond immediately. A death may have taken
place on or off duty. We do not cover a natural death while on duty
What support does the 100 Club provide?
Within twenty-four hours of a fatality, the 100 Club
provides the surviving spouse, or if there is no surviving spouse, then
to a dependent parent, a check for $3,000.00.
Don’t the police or fire agencies give adequate benefits to
employees who are killed in the line of duty?
Benefits vary from agency to agency. When tragedy strikes
the family needs funds for immediate expenses. Often bank accounts are
frozen and death benefits can be delayed for months.
How is money raised?
Funds are raised through individual memberships,
donations and special events.
Why do we do it?
We do it to express in our own way our gratitude for the
job that every law enforcement officer, firefighter and paramedic does
for us to make our lives safer. Should one of them die in the line of
duty, our actions acknowledge our obligation to their families in the
best way we know how.
How can I help?
Join the 100 Club and give back to the families of those
that protect you. You can encourage families and friends to join or
donate!
Can I join as an active duty police officer or fire fighter?
Yes, we have many members that want to help their fellow
officers, firefighters and paramedics.