Sonny Boy introduces, Sonny Horses 4 Heroes Program
It was an honor to present the Sonny Horses 4 Heroes Award for the month of April to Deputy Probation, Officer Roxana Rosales of Ventura County Probation Agency in the category of Dedication to Service and Advocacy for Youth and Families.
The defining strength of DPO Rosales is her steadfast advocacy on behalf of her clients. She works tirelessly to ensure they receive the services, resources, and opportunities they deserve. Weather coordinating care, or speaking on their behalf of families who may feel overwhelmed, she remains steadfast in her commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes.
What truly sets DPO Rosales apart is her deeply compassionate nature. She brings warmth, kindness, and genuine character to her work every day. Clients and colleagues alike recognize her as someone who not only fulfills her personal responsibilities with excellent excellence, but also goes above and beyond to make a meeningful difference in peoples lives.
Congratulations Deputy Probation, Officer Roxanna Rosales as our Sonny Horses 4 Heroes Award recipient for the month of April. Thank you to the entire Ventura County probation agency for the incredible work you do. It takes a village and you are a mighty force.
SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS - SONNY HORSES 4 HEROES is excited for our Ventura County community to nominate outstanding individual, Deputy Probation, Officer Roxana Rosales of Ventura County Probation agency who represents the best in all of us.
The Sonny Horses 4 Heroes program is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the bravery, dedication, and sacrifice of law enforcement officers and first responders who selflessly serve our community. As a proud part of the Sonny Horses 4 Kids initiative, this program not only honors our heroes but also helps foster meaningful connections between our children and the first responders of Ventura County.
We invite the community to take part by nominating outstanding officers and first responders who exemplify the highest standards of service, integrity, and compassion. Each month, Sonny Boy, the Sonny Horses 4 Kids team, and senior department leadership review the nominations and select one deserving hero to receive this distinguished honor.
Honorees are recognized with a commemorative plaque and a dinner at the restaurant of their choice, as a small but heartfelt way to say thank you for going above and beyond in service to others.
DPO Rosales is recognized as our Sonny Horses 4 Heroes Award recipient for the month of April in the category of Dedication to Service and Advocacy of Youth and Families
- Acts of Bravery
Exceptional courage shown while protecting others in dangerous or life-threatening situations. - Dedication to Service
Consistently going above and beyond the call of duty to help those in need. - Commitment to Community
Building trust through active involvement in community outreach and engagement. - Leadership & Mentorship
Leading by example and inspiring others to uphold the highest standards of service. - Resilience in Adversity
Remaining strong, dedicated, and committed despite personal or professional challenges. - Lifesaving Actions
Taking decisive action that directly protects or saves lives.
View 2025/26 SONNY HORSES 4 HEROES AWARD RECIPIENTS
Senior Deputy John Meeker
April 2025
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for
Commitment to Community
County Sheriffs Department Camarillo Police Department
Police Officer Ricky Delong
May 2025
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for Commitment to Community
Santa Paula Police Department
Officer Fernando Espinoza
June 2025
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for Commitment to Community
Oxnard Police Department
Sergeant Chris Bridges
July 2025
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for Dedication to Service, Leadership and Mentorship
Ventura Police Department
Sergeant Brian DeNike & Officer Alex Salazar
August 2025
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for Acts of Bravery & Life Saving Actions Moorpark California Highway Patrol
Deputy Jorge Gomez
September 2025
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient
Ventura County Sheriffs Department Thousand Oaks Police Department
Senior Deputy Jon Nungester
October 2025
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for Dedication to Service Ventura County Sheriffs Department
Camarillo Police Department
Senior Deputy Travis Neet
November 2025
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for Exceptional Dedication to Service, Exemplary Resilience Under Extreme Operational Adversity, and Life-Saving Actions During High Risk Rescue
Ventura County Sheriffs Department and Ventura County Fire Department
Engineer Derek Rasp
January 2026
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for Dedication to Public Service
Ventura County Fire Department
Officer Zach Frum
February 2026
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for the categories of Acts of Bravery, Dedication to Service, Leadership and Mentorship, Resilience in Adversity, and Life Saving Actions.
Port Hueneme Police Department
Deputy Probation, Officer Roxana Rosales
Deputy Probation, Officer Roxana Rosales
April 2026
Sonny Horses 4 Heroes
Recipient for the categories of Dedication to Service and Advocacy for Youth and Families.
Ventura County Probation Agency
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