2026 Above & Beyond Awards Ceremony

The Detroit Public Safety Foundation will honor those Detroit First Responders who have gone above and beyond their call to duty for the the citizens, visitors and businesses of Detroit at the 14th annual Above & Beyond Awards Ceremony. We will respectfully honor honor Detroit Firefighter Patrick Trout posthumously with a Purple Heart Award at the 2026 Above & Beyond Awards on Thursday, November 12, at Ford Field.
A 12-year veteran of the Detroit Fire Department’s Squad 4, Pat dedicated his life to protecting others. He served our country in the U.S. Army before continuing that commitment here in Detroit. He was also among the firefighters who rescued residents during the Southwest Detroit water main break in 2025.
Pat passed away on January 5, 2026, after completing a 24-hour shift. His death was officially ruled a line-of-duty death. He is remembered as a devoted husband to Shannon, a proud father to Jackson, and a beloved colleague whose kindness, humor, and compassion strengthened those around him.
Please join us as we honor Detroit's finest and DFD Firefighter Patrick Trout for his sacrifice and stand beside his family and his brothers and sisters in the Detroit Fire Department.
🎟️ Tickets: https://onecau.se/aboveandbeyond26
Special reduced-price tickets for first responders are available at Detroit Public Safety Headquarters, 1301 Third Street, in the DPSF office, Suite 547, or Suite 560 ask for the discount code.
An evening of recognition, a sit-down dinner, and free parking at Ford Field are included.