Interoffice Memorandum
DATE: April 14, 2026
TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners
THROUGH: N/A
FROM: Kurt N. Petersen, Director, Office of Management and Budget
CONTACT: N/A
PHONE: 407-836-2902
DIVISION: Office of Management and Budget
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Approval and execution for the Orange County Sheriff's Office to spend $375,576 from the FY 2026 Law Enforcement Trust Fund-State Forfeitures for eligible contributions to Orlando Community and Youth Trust, Inc. ($30,000), Peace and Justice Institute ($50,000), and Community Crime Prevention Grant Program ($295,576). (Office of Management and Budget)
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PURPOSE:
Contributions:
Orlando Community and Youth Trust, Inc., Dueling Dragons - $30,000. This contribution will help to sustain and support the growth of this program. Since 2011, this program has brought together Orange County Sheriff's Deputies, Orlando Police Department; City of Orlando, Families, Parks and Recreation; and inner-city youth to form a year-round dragon boat racing team that builds relationships of trust between law enforcement and inner-city youth in Orlando communities where those bonds have been historically broken. The goal is to break down racial barriers, teach teamwork, mentor teens, change stereotypes, build genuine relationships and ultimately improve the lives of youth from communities of color.
Peace and Justice Institute - $50,000. This contribution will be utilized towards making a difference by intentionally engaging in principles and practices that explore, advocate, and honor the dignity of self, others and the earth.
Community Crime Prevention Grant Program - $295,576. This program contribution will provide micro-grants ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 to thirty-nine nonprofit organizations, neighborhood groups and others engaged in projects or programs that address neighborhood safety, crime prevention, and drug abuse education and prevention. The Sheriff's Office would like t...
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