National Crime Prevention Month 2026

October is the time to recognize the successful crime prevention efforts of local, state and national law enforcement organizations and to advocate for safer communities through education and awareness. During National Crime Prevention Month, communities, schools, businesses and government agencies focus on important lessons for children like Don’t Talk to Strangers, Be Safe Be Seen, Say No to Drugs, Dial 911 in an Emergency and even Halloween safety.

National Crime Prevention Month has been in affect every October since it was declared in 1984 by the National Crime Prevention Council. Since then, the promotion of safer communities as well as safety education for children has grown in participation every year. Crime Prevention education for children is of the upmost importance and many schools, businesses and law enforcement agencies rely on the help of National Crime Prevention Educational Products to get important lessons across to young students and make the learning experience more positive.

Foremost Promotions has the products that can help even the most knowledgeable of crime prevention educators get the extra teaching power to make a major impact with crucial safety lessons. From coloring books, kids’ ID kits, stickers and informational handouts to stress balls, backpacks, safety whistle lights and drink ware – we have everything you could need for National Crime Prevention Month. This October, make sure your crime prevention education efforts really make a difference, with educational products from Foremost Promotions.