National Night Out
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that strengthens partnerships between law enforcement and the communities they serve while promoting safer, more connected neighborhoods.
Each year, millions of residents come together with law enforcement, first responders, community organizations, and local leaders through block parties, festivals, cookouts, safety demonstrations, youth activities, and other community events.
More than a single night, National Night Out creates opportunities for neighbors and public-safety professionals to build relationships, strengthen trust, and work together toward a shared commitment to community safety.
Community. Partnership. Prevention.
National Night Out brings law enforcement and communities together building relationships, strengthening neighborhoods, and creating safer places to live.
Are you participating in National Night Out?
National Night Out registration is FREE. Register your community here. Applicants will receive NATW's Guide and Coordinator Toolkit containing important program information, including key deadlines and submission requirements for the National Night Out Awards Program and Project 365.
Are you competing for an award?
The National Night Out Awards Program recognizes communities across the country for outstanding participation, innovation, and impact. Registered communities compete with others of similar population size and are encouraged to showcase the success of their National Night Out campaign through a comprehensive post-project submission highlighting events, partnerships, outreach, media coverage, photos, and other supporting materials.
Communities interested in competing in the National Night Out Awards Program must also become a member of the National Association of Town Watch (NATW). NATW membership is $35 and includes $25 off your first National Night Out supply order, plus 5% off additional orders. To become a member or renew your membership please click here. Your membership number will be located on your invoice.
To enter the awards competition, click here.
Note: Your NATW membership number will be required at the time of the application.
Protect the Tradition
Even if your community is not competing for a National Night Out award, please share your National Night Out supporting materials such as proclamations, flyers, event photos, links to media and social media posts, Project 365 activities and initiatives, and other highlights with Texas National Night Out Coordinator Kristi Hosea, 979-219-4364. Please submit all correspondence and supporting materials no later than the Tuesday following National Night Out. Every Texas community matters. Your participation helps showcase the tremendous work taking place across our state, demonstrate the strength of Texas' community-law enforcement partnerships, and protect our tradition of winning the State Award. Participate. Share Your Success. Help Keep Texas on Top!
Send your Report
NATW will review and evaluate all eligible submissions as part of the National Night Out Awards Program. Completed submissions must be mailed to:
NATW
308 E. Lancaster Avenue #115
Wynnewood, PA 19096
Note: All participants should submit the NATW Yellow Post Project Report Form included in the toolkit, regardless of whether they are competing for an award.
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Texas was awarded the 2025 State Champion
The following Texas communities were awarded by the National Town Watch Association for their outstanding efforts:
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For areas with 300,000+ population.
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For areas with less than 5,000 population.
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For areas with 100,000-300,000 population.
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Open to military bases and communities
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For areas with 50,000-100,000 population.
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For first year participating areas only.
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For areas with 15,000-50,000 population.
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For smaller neighborhoods or communities.
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For areas with 5,000-15,000 population.
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For colleges and universities.
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