Family Readiness & Outreach Group (FROGs)

Families are at the heart of first responder wellness and we strive to support and engage the families of our first responders.

  • We take great care to ensure each new officer’s, deputy’s, and firefighter’s family is educated on the opportunities, challenges, and resources that they will have as members of the community. Salt & Light partners to ensure the families are plugged into the FROGs network.

  • We have partnered with Protectors Peak to provide a safe space for first responders and their families to go and recover from workplace trauma. These retreats in Idaho are fully funded for the first responders.

  • Each year we host events for couples and families to spend time at Ironwood Springs. These adventure days have become a popular way to reconnect with families and spouses.

  • Rochester Police Department

    The RPD FROGs brings police and their families into closer relationships with one another recognizing that a stronger community promotes a healthier agency that is connected, supported, and resilient.

    Pictured: RPD Core FROGs leadership team at the Heart for Heroes Gala.

    Interested in being a part of the RPD FROGs? Email us at RPDFROGs@gmail.com

  • Rochester Fire Department

    RFD FROGs embody a sense of family and community from the ground up. Our number one commitment is unwavering support for our firefighters, staff, and their families.

    Pictured: RFD FROGs leadership team at a recent gathering.

    Interested in being a part of the RFD FROGs? Email us at RFDFROGs@gmail.com

  • Olmsted County Sheriff's Office

    OCSO FROGs comes alongside the Sheriff's Office and the Salt & Light Chaplains to offer a variety of ways deputies and their families can experience community and connection.

    Pictured: A FROGs family event at the Pine Island Aquatic Center.

    Interested in being a part of the OCSO FROGs? Email us at OCSOFROGs@gmail.com

  • Austin Police Department

    The APD FROGs is focused on creating a solid bond of community for the families of their officers so that they can encourage and support each other in good times and bad.

    Pictured: APD FROGs leadership with APD Chaplain Cora Wyse at the Family Academy event.

    Interested in being a part of the APD FROGs? Email us at APDFROGs@gmail.com

  • Winona Police Department

    The WPD FROGs is designed to create community and provide support to the WPD families.

    Pictured: WPD FROGs leadership with WPD Lead Chaplain Daniel Olsen and FROGs Program Coordinator Stef Donaldson at the 2026 family BBQ event.

    If you are interested in getting involved, please email us at WPDFROGs@gmail.com