About 484 Hero
Our Mission Statement
"484 Hero is dedicated to recognizing and supporting local law enforcement professionals and their families. We strive to foster a community of appreciation and resilience by hosting meaningful events and offering unique merchandise. Our mission is to honor their daily service to our communities, enhance their well-being, and strengthen their bond with the community."
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a future where law enforcement professionals and their families are deeply appreciated, fully supported, and empowered to thrive. We envision a community where these heroes are honored for their service, have access to comprehensive resources, and experience strong, positive connections with the communities they protect. Through our efforts, we aim to build a lasting legacy of support, ensuring that those who serve are recognized and valued both in their personal lives and in their professional roles.
Our Values
Honor God
We strive to honor God in all we do, guided by Biblical principles and committed to reflecting His love and justice in our actions.
Respect
We honor the dedication and sacrifices of law enforcement professionals and their families, recognizing their critical role in our communities.
Justice
We uphold the principles of fairness and justice, supporting those who protect and serve, and advocating for their well-being and rights.
Love and Service
We are committed to serving law enforcement professionals and their families with compassion and dedication, inspired by the Biblical call to love and serve others.
Community
We strive to foster a sense of unity and collaboration within the community, creating strong bonds between law enforcement and the public.
Empowerment
We empower law enforcement professionals and their families through comprehensive education, training, and resources, enabling them to thrive in their roles and personal lives.
Appreciation
We are dedicated to publicly recognizing and celebrating the contributions of law enforcement professionals, ensuring they feel valued and supported.
Resilience
We build resilience within the law enforcement community by providing essential services, dedicated safe spaces, and support networks that enhance their well-being.
Integrity
We operate with the highest standards of honesty and integrity, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our actions and initiatives.
Biblical Foundation
484 Hero's mission to recognize and support local law enforcement professionals and their families is rooted in these Biblical principles. By honoring their service, providing essential resources, and fostering a community of appreciation and resilience, 484 Hero aligns with the scriptural mandate to respect authority, seek justice, love and serve others, offer encouragement, and act with compassion. This Biblical foundation not only guides the mission of 484 Hero but also inspires its actions and initiatives to support those who serve our communities.
Justice & Protection
“Give justice to the weak and the fatherless; maintain the right of the afflicted and the destitute. Rescue the weak and the needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked.” Psalm 82:3-4 ESV
Law enforcement professionals play a critical role in defending the vulnerable and maintaining justice, aligning with the Biblical call to protect and uphold the rights of those in need.
Love & Service
“Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” John 15:13 ESV
Law enforcement officers often put their lives on the line for the safety and well-being of others, embodying the ultimate act of love and service that Jesus spoke about.
Encouragement & Support
“We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves.” 1 Thess 5:12-13 ESV
This passage encourages believers to recognize and appreciate those who labor among them, including law enforcement officers who work hard to keep communities safe.
Community & Compassion
“Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” Heb 13:16 ESV
Supporting and appreciating law enforcement professionals and their families is an act of goodness and compassion, reflecting the Biblical call to care for one another and share in each others burdens.
Respect for Authority
“Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. Therefore whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgment. For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Would you have no fear of the one who is in authority? Then do what is good, and you will receive his approval, for he is God's servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God's wrath on the wrongdoer.” Romans 13:1-4 ESV
This passage underscores the importance of respecting and submitting to authorities, recognizing that they are established by God to maintain order and justice.
THE LEGACY
Daniel Alexander McCartney was born on December 15th, 1983, and grew up in Loyalton, CA. He was socially minded and had a heart for justice and service to humanity. Daniel had a natural inclination to community service. He participated in Boy Scouts and was passionately competitive in baseball, basketball, and football throughout high school. Due to his competitive nature, Daniel constantly strove to improve and serve those around him. His kind and gentle soul was available to anyone who showed interest.
After graduating high school, Daniel wanted the opportunity to learn a challenging level of technology and travel the world, so he joined the Navy. He served as a satellite communications officer, involving strategy and movement of military operations worldwide. After a six-month tour in Afghanistan, he received numerous awards and commendations for his expertise and service. During his time in the Navy, he stayed connected with the love of his life, Cierra. In 2004, two months before his 21st birthday, the two happily married.
Four years later, Daniel was honorably discharged from the Navy. By 25, he worked in juvenile detention and joined the Hoquiam Police Department. He spent six years as a field training officer, member of the SWAT team, bike patrol, and the crisis response team, leading him to receive the Masonic Award for Best Officer of the Year.
In 2014, Daniel transferred to the Pierce County Sheriff's Department and, in 2015, joined the Mountain Detachment.
Daniel was born with a natural love for life and the people he knew. The Christian principles of our existence were evident in everything he did. He was intelligent, brilliant, quick-witted, and never at a loss for words. Daniel enjoyed music, technology, and sports. He was a self-proclaimed do-it-yourself home renovation extraordinaire and, at some point in life, may have been a political force due to his passion for our Constitution and the people's will.
As a driven CrossFit competitor and training coach, he met some of his lifelong friends at CrossFit Yelm in Washington.
Fran 2:51 Hero DG 7+8
Benchmark Stats
Back Squat 405lb
Front Squat 335lb
Overhead Squat 205lb
Squat Clean 245lb
Bench 300lb
Shoulder Press 252lb
Power Snatch 190lb
Deadlift 455lb
Clean & Jerk 235lb
Thruster 205lb
Box Jump 50"
Daniel's most outstanding achievement in life was marrying his soulmate, Cierra, and becoming a father to his three beautiful sons, Tytus, Tate, and Traxton.
Life was meaningful to Daniel. He surrendered himself to the joys of participating in family life. Every night, he tucked his boys in for bed and read to them before leaving for work. He loved their daily wrestling matches, nerf wars, building Legos, and playing video games. Life for the McCartney family will always be meaningful and fulfilling because of their love and high standards.
Daniel lost his life in the line of duty on January 8th, 2018, shortly after he turned 34. He lived a lot of life in a short time. He was a fearless officer who always lived life to the fullest.
On January 7, 2018, Deputy Dan McCartney responded to an armed home invasion robbery at a residence near Frederickson, WA. Upon hearing children crying and screaming from inside the home, Deputy McCartney courageously ran after two armed suspects as they fled into a nearby property. During the exchange of gunfire with the suspects, Deputy McCartney was struck by a bullet and, unfortunately, passed away a short time later during the early morning of January 8. The bravery he displayed that night was remarkable, and the strength shown by his wife and young sons is equally remarkable.
Our 484 Hero, Deputy Daniel McCartney, was a proud Navy veteran, husband, and father of three sons. Deputy McCartney lost his life in the line of duty on January 8, 2018. 484 HERO and Coffee with Dan was created to honor Dan's life and show our support for law enforcement officers.
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