Cuffs & Stuff
Thursday, February 6, 2025
6:00 p.m.
Old Millstream Centre
1017 E Sandusky St, Findlay, OH 45840

Purchase Individual Tickets

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About Douglas T. Akers

Officer Douglas T. Akers (March 9, 1964 – December 31, 2018) honorably served the Findlay Police Department from 1991 until his passing in 2018. Recognized as Officer of the Year in 2012, he was a dedicated member of the Findlay Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #20. Beyond his professional achievements, Doug was known for his deep Christian faith, unwavering commitment to his family, and a profound love for the outdoors. Tragically, he passed away by suicide, underscoring the critical importance of mental health support for law enforcement officers. In his memory, the Officer Douglas T. Akers Memorial Scholarship was established to support students pursuing careers in law enforcement.

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About Our MC, Vinnie Montez

Vinnie Montez, a Colorado native and 20-plus-year law enforcement veteran, has built a comedy career rooted in his experiences as a police officer and his Mexican heritage. He began performing in 2007 as a way to cope with the stress and trauma of his job, quickly becoming a regular at Denver’s Comedy Works and national venues. His comedy special, Vinnie Montez: Armed & Hilarious, debuted on Dry Bar Comedy in 2019. Over the years, Vinnie has shared the stage with renowned comedians like Michelle Wolf, John Crist, Josh Blue, and Gilbert Gottfried. In 2018, he was inducted into Humanizing the Badge, an organization dedicated to strengthening relationships between law enforcement and their communities. Known for his hilarious stories about policing and promoting mental health for officers, Vinnie’s unique blend of humor has made him a favorite at events nationwide, including the Special Olympics International Law Enforcement Torch Run Conference, Colorado Association of School Resource Officers, and the Great American Comedy Festival, among others.

Sponsorship Levels

Chief's Sponsor: $5,000

• Only 2 sponsorship levels available!
• Includes:
  • 16 tickets
  • Full-page color program ad
  • Slideshow ads
  • Emcee mentions

Captain's Sponsor: $2,500

• 4 sponsorship levels available!
• Includes:
  • 8 tickets
  • Full-page color program ad
  • Slideshow ads
  • Emcee mentions

Lieutenant's Sponsor: $1,000

• 12 sponsorship levels available!
• Includes:
  • 4 tickets
  • Half-page color program ad
  • Slideshow ads
  • Emcee mention

Sergeant's Sponsor: $500

• 12 sponsorship levels available!
• Includes:
  • 4 tickets
  • Quarter-page color program ad
  • Slideshow ads
  • Emcee mention

Lodge Sponsor: $500

• 1 sponsorship level available!
• Opportunity to name the signature cocktail!

Mug Shot Sponsor: $500

• 1 sponsorship level available!
• Your name and/or logo displayed in front of the photo booth

Patrolman's Sponsor: $250

• 12 sponsorship levels available!
• Includes:
  • 2 tickets
  • Slideshow ad

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