National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.) is observed nationwide in the United States every January 9. Established in 2015 by various professional organizations and non-profits, this day aims to encourage public support and appreciation for law enforcement officers at local, state, and federal levels. Participants can show their appreciation by wearing blue clothing, sending thank-you cards to local police departments, or sharing positive experiences with law enforcement on social media using the hashtags #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay and #LEAD. Additionally, individuals can honor deceased officers by participating in Project Blue Light, which involves placing blue lights in windows or on porches. Organizations such as Concerns of Police Survivors, the FBI National Academy Associates, and the Fraternal Order of Police actively support this observance. The day serves as a reminder of the risks faced by over 900,000 sworn officers in the U.S., who often work long hours to protect their communities.