Bethel Police to Participate in Annual National Night Out Event

Bethel, Conn. - Target is participating as a sponsor of the 27th Annual National Night Out (NNO) event on Aug. 2, marking the seventh year of its partnership with the National Association of Town Watch.

Target will offer support to the community by bringing them together with their law enforcement and emergency services.

The Bethel Police Department will be there with their K-9 unit and SWAT gear. Other local services will also be there along with face painting and free food. 

This sponsorship is part of the ongoing support Target provides to local communities throughout the country. Since 1946, Target has given 5 percent of its income to the communities it serves. Today, that equals more than $3 million to support education, the arts, social services, and volunteerism.

Target also has a proud history of partnership with local law enforcement agencies. Through its Target & BLUE program, Target supports local law enforcement by sharing information, technology and expertise while focusing on safety and security issues that affect guests, team members and communities. 

In 2010, more than 36 million people across the nation participated in NNO by attending their neighborhood block party.

“We are committed to being good community partners,” said Joshua Toetenel, SR. Target Protection Special, Target #1528. “That means getting involved with local organizations and offering our support.”

The National Association of Town Watch (NATW) is a nonprofit, crime prevention organization that works in cooperation with thousands of crime watch groups and law enforcement agencies throughout the country. Since 1981, NATW has been dedicated to the development, growth and maintenance of organized crime and drug prevention programs nationwide. NATW’s network has grown to include over 6,000 crime, drug and violence prevention organizations. More information on NATW and its mission can be found at www.NationalNightOut.org.