K9 Kitt Foundation
Honoring the legacy of K9 Kitt by equipping and supporting K9 teams across the nation. Our mission is to honor the legacy of Kitt by ensuring the safety and effectiveness of K9 teams, Guardian of the Guardians. The K9 Kitt Foundation is a dedicated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to providing relief to injured K9 teams across the country, supporting law enforcement by providing essential resources, training, and equipment to K9 units. Our mission is to honor the legacy of Kitt by ensuring the safety and effectiveness of K9 teams, Guardian of the Guardians.
K9 Kitt’s Story
On June 4th, 2021, Officer William Cushing and his partner, K9 Kitt, embarked on their final mission together. After ten years of service, Kitt made the ultimate sacrifice, shielding his team during a dangerous confrontation with an armed suspect.
In honor of Kitt’s bravery, Officer Cushing founded the K9 Kitt Foundation in June 2022 to support K9 teams nationwide.
K9 Kitt Foundation
Honoring the legacy of K9 Kitt by equipping and supporting K9 teams across the nation. Our mission is to honor the legacy of Kitt by ensuring the safety and effectiveness of K9 teams, Guardian of the Guardians. The K9 Kitt Foundation is a dedicated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to providing relief to injured K9 teams across the country, supporting law enforcement by providing essential resources, training, and equipment to K9 units. Our mission is to honor the legacy of Kitt by ensuring the safety and effectiveness of K9 teams, Guardian of the Guardians.
K9 Kitt’s Story
On June 4th, 2021, Officer William Cushing and his partner, K9 Kitt, embarked on their final mission together. After ten years of service, Kitt made the ultimate sacrifice, shielding his team during a dangerous confrontation with an armed suspect.
In honor of Kitt’s bravery, Officer Cushing founded the K9 Kitt Foundation in June 2022 to support K9 teams nationwide.
Honoring Kitt’s Sacrifice
The K9 Kitt Foundation will serve as a facilitator, connecting members of the public interested in providing support to K9 Teams around the country who work tirelessly to serve communities and their front-line policing partners who demonstrate a need for assistance.
Honoring Kitt’s Sacrifice
The K9 Kitt Foundation will serve as a facilitator, connecting members of the public interested in providing support to K9 Teams around the country who work tirelessly to serve communities and their front-line policing partners who demonstrate a need for assistance.
About Officer William Cushing
Officer William (Billy) Cushing is a 17yr veteran of the Braintree Police Department where he has served with distinction, dedication and professionalism. He has been a patrol K9 Handler for 10 of those years of service during which he was partnered with K9 Kitt.
Just recently he was granted formal retirement stemming from permanent injuries received during a K9 track and ensuing gun battle with the located suspect in which Billy was shot 5 times and his K9 partner was killed.
Officer J. Thompson, NYPD
About Officer William Cushing
Officer William (Billy) Cushing is a 17yr veteran of the Braintree Police Department where he has served with distinction, dedication and professionalism. He has been a patrol K9 Handler for 10 of those years of service during which he was partnered with K9 Kitt.
Just recently he was granted formal retirement stemming from permanent injuries received during a K9 track and ensuing gun battle with the located suspect in which Billy was shot 5 times and his K9 partner was killed.
Officer J. Thompson, NYPD
Upcoming Events
We’re excited to announce our K9 Kitt at the 2025 Falmouth Road Race Team!
Together, let’s turn every step into a step toward safety and support for our K9 heroes. Know anyone who might be interested? Help spread the word and encourage your friends to join or donate!
How to Join:
1️⃣ Commit to raising $1,000 for the cause.
2️⃣ Sign-up today and start your fundraising journey.
3️⃣ Share this opportunity with friends and family!
Upcoming Events
We’re excited to announce our K9 Kitt at the 2025 Falmouth Road Race Team!
Together, let’s turn every step into a step toward safety and support for our K9 heroes. Know anyone who might be interested? Help spread the word and encourage your friends to join or donate!
How to Join:
1️⃣ Commit to raising $1,000 for the cause.
2️⃣ Sign-up today and start your fundraising journey.
3️⃣ Share this opportunity with friends and family!
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