(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A special event took place on Wednesday, Oct. 2 to honor police officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. The Police Foundation of Colorado Springs organizes the annual Medal of Valor dinner every year, to mark the bravery and sacrifice of law enforcement officers who kept true to their vow to protect and serve. At the 39th annual event on Wednesday, 33 local officers received 36 medals on Wednesday for their work in the community. Courtesy: Scott KilburyCourtesy: Scott KilburyCourtesy: Scott KilburyCourtesy: FOX21 News Chief Photojournalist Dez RoweCourtesy: FOX21 News Chief Photojournalist Dez RoweCourtesy: FOX21 News Chief Photojournalist Dez RoweCourtesy: FOX21 News Chief Photojournalist Dez RoweCourtesy: FOX21 News Chief Photojournalist Dez Rowe "It's absolutely imperative. They are protecting and serving us every single day," said Nicole Magic, Executive Director and President of the Police Foundation of Colorado Springs. "And I think it's our duty to protect them, serve them, honor them, respect them, and support them in any way we can." FOX21 New Evening Anchor Scott Kilbury emceed the event.