2025 Nominations Are Now Open

Axon Awards

Recognizing excellence towards building a
sustainable future for public safety

Axon Awards

2024 Jack Cover "Save of the Year" Award Winner

Corporal Tommy Rauch, Florence County Sheriff's Office

Join us in congratulating Corporal Tommy Rauch of the Florence County Sheriff’s Office for being awarded the Jack Cover “Save of the Year” Award! His quick thinking and bravery saved lives in a critical incident, where he effectively used a TASER to de-escalate a situation involving a firearm, ensuring the safety of nearby civilians.

2024 Rise Awards Winners

We are proud to honor the 2024 Rise Award Winners: Officer Edward Butterworth, Officer Donald Truong, Officer Daniel Hernandez, Agent Natalie Garnsey, and Lieutenant Casey Cox, for their courageous acts of putting themselves in harm's way to protect and save members of their communities.

Officer Ed Butterworth, Norristown PD

Officer Edward Butterworth fearlessly plunged into the river to rescue two civilians who were in their sinking truck, displaying remarkable courage and swift action.

Officer Donald Truong, Officer Daniel Hernandez, Agent Natalie Garnsey, Chula Vista Police Department

Officers Donald Truong, Daniel Hernandez and Agent Natalie Garnsey, demonstrated extraordinary teamwork and courage when they bravely rescued a man from a burning vehicle on the brink of explosion.

Lieutenant Casey Cox, Prairie du Chien Police Department

Lieutenant Casey Cox immediately jumped into action to save a woman and her dog after they became trapped under icy water. Despite falling through the ice himself, he continued to work to bring everyone to safety.

INAUGURAL VISIONARY LEADERSHIP AWARD RECIPIENT

Sheriff Walter McNeil, Leon County Sheriff's Office

As the inaugural recipient of the Visionary Leadership Award, inspired by the esteemed Dr. Richard Carmona, Sheriff Walter McNeil of Leon County, Florida, serves as a shining example of exemplary leadership, compassion and community dedication. His unwavering commitment to enhancing public safety, mentoring youth, and fostering trust and collaboration has profoundly impacted lives and strengthened community bonds

Award Prizes

Rise Award Prizes:


  • All-expenses paid trip, plus guest, to Axon Accelerate

  • $1,000 valued gift

  • Axon RISE Trophy

  • TASER Pulse

  • Axon Roadshow Celebration

Jack Cover Award Prizes


  • All-expenses paid trip, plus guest, to Axon Accelerate

  • Jack Cover Trophy

  • TASER 7 CQ

Visionary Leadership Prizes


  • All-expenses paid trip, plus guest, to Axon Accelerate

  • $5,000 donation to agency program or community non-profit

  • Visionary Leader trophy

Participants attest that they are eligible to participate based on their local jurisdiction, and as applicable, their agency requirements. Axon is committed to following and implementing necessary measures to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements.