In 2016, Chris Lewis, a South Florida Law Enforcement Officer, had a vision to create a product that could be worn proudly by the First Responder community. His idea was met with demand and 13 Fifty Apparel, the brand was born. He and his team sought to not only make gear for First Responders, but to be part of a larger community that they could give back to. As part of #OPERATIONRESPONDER, they partnered with First Responder charities all over the country. Since its inception, 13 Fifty Apparel has supported National Police Week in Washington, DC, but due to the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021, they decided to host their first annual Florida Law Enforcement Appreciation event in 2022 at their West Palm Beach headquarters. The event was a day of honoring and remembering local and national Fallen Officers, and was a huge success with hundreds of attendees from all over Florida. On May 6, 2023, 13 Fifty Apparel will host the second annual Florida Law Enforcement Appreciation Event to show appreciation and support for our Law Enforcement Community. We welcome you to join us at the 13 Fifty Apparel HQ for a day of celebration and honoring those who have been lost in the Law Enforcement Community. This event is open to all members of the community, and families are encouraged to come. There will be live music, a full liquor bar, delicious food, corn hole tournaments, raffles, children’s activities, law enforcement demonstrations and a candlelight vigil.