Covington County • Covington 12
Standing with Deputy Yates Rodney, known throughout the community as Covington 12, and his family during recovery.
This website serves as the central location for verified updates, community supporters, benefit information, and fundraiser records.
Featured Story
Deputy Yates Rodney's courage inspired an extraordinary act of generosity for injured and disabled law enforcement officers across America.
Because of Yates' story, eligible officers and their immediate families can attend The Wounded Blue National Law Enforcement Survival Summit completely free.
Official Donation Link
The official GoFundMe campaign is the fastest direct donation option for those who want to support Deputy Rodney and his family during recovery.
The official GoFundMe page remains available for anyone who would like to support Deputy Rodney and his family.
Pickup Announcement
Customers who ordered shirts during the first sale and selected Pickup may pick up their order at the Covington County Sheriff's Department.
This announcement applies only to the earlier shirt sale that has already closed. Shirts in the current presale will be produced after the current ordering deadline.
Order by August 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST
Black pre-order fundraiser shirt. Youth XS through Youth XL and Adult Small through Adult 5X available.
Current Raffles
Purchase raffle tickets online and support Deputy Yates Rodney and his family.
Value: $800.00
$20.00 per ticket
Winner will be drawn at the Deputy Rodney Benefit.
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Bracelets for Sale
Black and blue Rodney Strong bracelets benefiting Covington County Sheriff's Deputy Yates Rodney.
Mission
RodneyStrongCov12.com is designed to keep information accurate, fundraising organized, and community support easy to find.
Featured Fundraiser
Join us for the Deputy Yates Rodney Benefit Golf Tournament on November 20, 2026, at Royal Golf Club in Slidell, Louisiana. This 4-man scramble will feature AM and PM flights, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Deputy Yates Rodney and his family during
Swing for a Hero. Drive Hope. Change a Life.
Join us on Friday, November 20, 2026, at Royal Golf Club in Slidell, Louisiana, for the Deputy Yates Rodney Benefit Golf Tournament, a special day of golf, fellowship, and community support for Deputy Yates Rodney and his family.
The tournament will be a 4-man scramble with both morning and afternoon flights. Registration is $500 per team and includes 18 holes of golf, golf cart, lunch, and drinks. The AM flight begins with an 8:00 AM shotgun start, while the PM flight begins at 1:30 PM. Optional mulligan packages will also be available for purchase on tournament day.
Most importantly, 100% of the proceeds from this tournament will benefit Deputy Yates Rodney and his family during his recovery. This event is an opportunity for friends, law enforcement, businesses, golfers, and members of the community to come together and show their support.
Registration deadline: November 1, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for businesses and organizations wishing to support the tournament.
To register a team or learn more, contact Noah Johnson at 601-604-5544.
One swing can make a difference. Together we stand. Together we heal.
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Fundraising
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Community
Law Enforcement and Firefighters love giving each other a hard time, but its all out of love.
When push comes to shove Blue and Red are the same team and got each other's 6.
Big thanks to the Columbia Fire Department for supporting Deputy Yates Rodney!
Please share this to help get the word out!
Clay Edwards is selling merchandise and donating part of the proceeds in support of Deputy Yates Rodney, Covington 12.
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Jun 23, 2026
Lamar County Sheriff Training Facility
Tuesday, 06/23/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Lamar County Sheriff Training Facility
99 Central Industrial Row, Purvis, MS 39475
Donations will result in financial credits to help with out-of-pocket expenses such as gas and prescription deductibles for Yates Rodney!
Jul 1, 2026
The Rodney Strong Virtual 5K is a month-long event dedicated to supporting Deputy Rodney Yates and his family following a line-of-duty injury.
Once you've completed your 5K, we encourage you to share your accomplishment on social media. We'd love to see participants from across the state and country come together to show their support for Rodney and his family.
Registration Fee: $35
Event Type: Virtual Event
Event Dates: July 1 – July 31
Beneficiary: Deputy Rodney Yates & Family
Hosted By: Silent Battles
Complete your 5K anytime. Anywhere. Throughout the month of July.
Jul 15, 2026
At The 4-Way, Lumberton, MS
Join the Lumberton Police Department and the community for a Rib Plate Fundraiser benefiting Covington County Deputy Yates Rodney and his family following his line-of-duty injury. Each $15 plate includes ribs, baked beans, and macaroni. All proceeds directly support Deputy Rodney's recovery and his family's ongoing needs.
Latest
Words can't describe how grateful we are for Randy Sutton and his team at The Wounded Blue Foundation for reaching out to us!
They heard about Deputy Yates Rodney's injuries and immediately flew in from Las Vegas to meet him and his family! Everyone is super excited to see what they have in store for him!
If you're in law enforcement and get critically injured on duty reach out to The Wounded Blue Foundation! They're waiting, willing and eager to help their brothers and sisters in blue!
Jun 19, 2026
Randy Sutton and his team at The Wounded Blue are ready, willing, and able to support injured law enforcement anywhere in the county!
Go like their page and never hesitate to reach out to them if you need help!
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Jun 19, 2026
