Equipping Florida Law Enforcement to Comfort Children in Crisis
A historic partnership between Walmart and the Bridegan Foundation, delivering Bexley Boxes to 246 law enforcement agencies across all 67 Florida counties.
246
Law Enforcement Agencies
Over $200K
Walmart's Commitment
126
Walmart Supercenters Participating
A Historic Partnership for Florida's Children
In June 2026, the Bridegan Foundation and Walmart announced a historic statewide initiative to place Bexley Boxes in 245 law enforcement agencies across Florida, covering all 67 counties.
What began as a pledge of over $110,000 grew into a commitment of nearly $205,000, more than doubling Walmart's original pledge. 126 Walmart Supercenters across the state are helping source and deliver the boxes directly to agencies in their communities.
"What began as a mother's effort to protect other children from the trauma her own daughter endured has now grown into a statewide safety net." — Kirsten Bridegan, Founder
Why This Matters
When a child is brought to a police station because a parent has been arrested, injured, or killed, officers are often unprepared to meet that child's basic needs. There are no diapers. No snacks. No comfort items. No familiar toys.
Bexley Box changes that. Named in honor of Bexley Bridegan, who spent hours alone in a police station at just two years old after witnessing the murder of her father Jared, each box is stocked with age-appropriate essentials so that every officer in Florida has what they need to comfort a child in the worst moment of that child's life.
What's Inside a Bexley Box
Essential Necessities
Diapers, wipes, snacks, juice boxes, and a water bottle — the basics every child needs, immediately on hand.
Immediate Comfort
A soft blanket and a stuffed animal to help a frightened child feel safe and less alone.
Distraction and Play
Crayons, a coloring book, and age-appropriate activity items to help calm and occupy a child in distress.
Florida Agencies Receiving a Bexley Box
Through our partnership with Walmart, Bexley Boxes are being delivered to law enforcement agencies in all 67 Florida counties.
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The Florida rollout is underway, with Bexley Boxes reaching all 246 law enforcement agencies by the end of June. But when a first responder uses the items inside to comfort a child in crisis, those supplies need to be replenished. Your support keeps the boxes stocked so they are always ready for the next child who needs one.