The

Bulletproof

Cop

Initiative

Finish ~ Strong

the real problem

Every day, law enforcement officers choose to run toward danger so the rest of us can live in safety.
They stand between order and chaos, between peace and violence, between life and death — often for people who don’t even know their name, and sometimes for people who don’t even like them. That is courage. That is sacrifice. That is heroism.

They do this knowing they may face trauma, loss, and life‑threatening situations — not once, but repeatedly, year after year.
And because of that relentless, selfless service, many pay a heavy price: emotional strain, mental fatigue, broken marriages, fractured families, and physical decline. The very things that make them heroes on the street can quietly erode their strength at home.

The Bulletproof Cop Initiative exists to honor that courage by having their backs.
We don’t see officers as broken; we see them as warriors who’ve carried an extraordinary burden. Our mission is to help them finish strong — mentally resilient, emotionally stable, spiritually grounded, physically fit, with marriages and families intact — so they can enjoy the life they’ve fought so hard to protect.

the solution

Law enforcement officers face danger daily, choosing to protect communities even when it means putting themselves at risk for strangers or those who may not appreciate their sacrifice. This unwavering bravery comes with profound consequences.

Their courage in the line of duty exposes them to repeated trauma, stress, and life-altering experiences that impact not just their work but their personal lives. The mental, emotional, and physical toll is real — but it is a direct result of their commitment to serve and protect.

This dedication leads to higher rates of PTSD, stress-related illnesses, struggles in marriages, and family challenges — not because officers are weak, but because their heroic service extracts a heavy price. The challenge is to support these heroes so they can carry this burden without being crushed by it.

six step

plan of action

Finish ~ Strong

We partner directly with law enforcement to deliver bold, incentivized programs that make it easy and rewarding for officers to connect with life-changing resources. Here's our six-step plan:

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Provide Incentivized Workshops & Training

  • Reward officers with cash, major prizes, and recognition for attending marriage workshops, mental health courses, chaplain sessions, and fitness challenges — turning "should do" into "want to do."
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Strengthen Chaplain Ministries

  • Equip and expand trusted chaplain programs within departments, providing confidential spiritual support that officers already respect and rely on.

six step

plan of action

Finish ~ Strong

We partner directly with law enforcement to deliver bold, incentivized programs that make it easy and rewarding for officers to connect with life-changing resources. Here's our six-step plan:

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Support for Officer Wives

  • Establish dedicated support and programs for officer wives, who face unique challenges of their own, helping strengthen families from both sides.
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Non-Traditional Education

  • Deliver engaging, cop-designed masterclasses on emotional resilience, family strength, and spiritual grounding — formats that fit their world and spark real change.
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Community Backing

  • Rally the community through the Honor a Cop Sign Campaign: visible support, engagement, donations, and targeted prayer that funds our efforts and shows officers they're not alone.
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Measure & Refine

  • Track results with direct feedback from officers and families, adapting programs to ensure maximum impact on their path to finishing strong.

What can you do?

Heroes like our officers deserve a community that has their backs — just as they have ours. Join the Bulletproof Cop Initiative by taking one simple action today:

Purchase a Cop Appreciation Sign

Available only during an HAC campaign, visit www.copsigns.org. To preorder your sign — pay and order now, then pick it up when ready at your designated location. Display it in your yard or window for visible support. Sign proceeds directly fund the establishment of our chaplaincy programs as well as prizes and other incentives for officers as they connect with life-enhancing resources.

Spread the Word

Share this with two friends and challenge them to join the Honor a Cop Sign Campaign. More voices mean more backing for our heroes.

Make a Charitable Contribution

Your contribution will fuel incentivized marriage workshops, mental health training, chaplain support, officer wives programs, and fitness challenges — helping officers finish strong.

Download & Print Out The Bulletproof Cop Prayer Card

Print it, place it on your mirror, and commit to 90 days of prayer for officers and their families. Prayer strengthens those who protect us all.

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our team

cj ellis

CJ Ellis is a dedicated life coach, motivational speaker, author, strategist, and founder of the Bulletproof Cop Initiative — honoring courageous law enforcement officers by helping them finish strong.

For over 20 years, CJ has served as a life and marriage coach, mentor to men and couples, guiding them toward resilience and thriving relationships. As a consultant and strategist, he helps business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders develop winning strategies for their lives and businesses.

With over 31 years as an ordained minister and senior pastor, CJ continues to serve as lead chaplain for the Stillwater, Oklahoma law enforcement community — establishing chaplain ministry, providing a listening ear, serving death notifications, ride-alongs, marriage classes, and confidential support. Married since 1990 with six children and five grandchildren, CJ brings deep passion for strong families and a proven track record of empowering others to finish resilient, stable, and thriving.

lisa ellis

Lisa Ellis is a dynamic life coach, speaker, mentor, and strong encourager dedicated to empowering women and couples to build thriving, lasting marriages and walk boldly in their purpose.

Married since 1990 to her beloved husband CJ and mother of six incredible adult children, she brings over 25 years of experience mentoring women and married couples, offering profound insights from her own family life to strengthen relationships.

With strong faith and deep spiritual connection, Lisa's warmth, compassion, and effective encouragement inspire audiences to overcome challenges and thrive. As a vital asset to the Bulletproof Cop Initiative, Lisa strongly supports officer wives and families.