An elementary school in Morris held a special event to honor cops and raise money for the family of one of Alabama’s fallen police officers, according to a WBRC report.

Not only did the event gather students and police officers, but it also raised money for Sgt. Wytasha Carter’s family.

Carter, a Birmingham police sergeant, was shot and killed while responding to car burglaries in January.

The Bryan Elementary Parent Teacher Association raised money by selling tickets, t-shirts and food. Morris Youth Association Ballpark agreed to match every dollar raised at the event.

“We just want these kids to realize that officers aren’t just some guys on TV, it’s not some woman arresting on ‘Cops’ show or anything like that,” said Patricia Peebles, Bryan Elementary PTA president, via WBRC. “They’re dads, they’re mothers, they’re aunts or uncles. They’re real people and they can pass away, and we have to take care of their families. But more than anything, appreciate them while they’re here. Let them know that we care about them and we’re always here to take care of them.”

This is not the first event held to raise money for Sgt. Carter’s family. Earlier this month, Birmingham-area Zoës Kitchen locations selected one day to donate 25 percent of all sales to Carter’s family.

Carter was also honored by a 10-year-old Florida boy who ran one mile in honor of the officer’s service and ultimate sacrifice.

Jeremy Owens, 31, was charged with one count of capital murder, one count of murder of a police officer and two counts of attempted murder in the death of Carter.

All proceeds from the Bryan Elementary event held will be donated to Sgt. Carter’s family.

Kyle Morris also contributes daily to Breitbart News. You can follow him on Twitter @RealKyleMorris.