Law enforcement is one of the pillars of our free and democratic society, and the story behind this proud and vital profession must be told. To properly honor our everyday heroes is a remarkably ambitious undertaking. That is why the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) has launched a capital campaign to raise the $80 million in private funds that is required to build the largest and most comprehensive law enforcement museum in the world.

Entitled "A Matter of Honor: The Campaign for the National Law Enforcement Museum," this fundraising effort will ensure that the long record of extraordinary service that law enforcement officers have given to America will finally receive the national recognition it deserves.

From its inception, planning and support for this 95,000-square foot underground Museum have come from top-tier sources, ranging from former presidents, Capitol Hill leadership, former attorneys general and world-renowned architects and planners.

The National Law Enforcement Museum was authorized by Congress in November 2000, with former Colorado Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell serving as lead sponsor of the enabling legislation. Presidents Bill Clinton and George H.W. Bush are the co-chairs of the "A Matter of Honor" National Honorary Campaign Committee. For a complete list of committee members, please visit The Museum Leadership section.

The "A Matter of Honor" fundraising campaign is successfully underway, with major initial contributions from Motorola, DuPont, Mag-Lite, Advanced Interactive Systems (AIS), Panasonic and the Police Unity Tour, whose $5 million commitment is the largest to date. America's law enforcement community continues to be a major supporter of the Museum, with more than 35 law enforcement organizations having donated $100,000 or more.

Law enforcement officers are the unsung heroes of our nation. They are the men and women who form the thin blue line between a civil society and lawlessness. Day in and day out, they put their lives at risk, upholding the law and keeping our communities safe. Their countless, unseen daily acts of heroism, courage and caring truly earn them a place of honor.

We are asking for your help in making this campaign a great success and keeping the momentum rolling. Please join us in paying tribute to our nation's law enforcement officers by making a donation in support of the campaign to build this important Museum. Please consider it "A Matter of Honor."