ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — Tompkins County’s law enforcement leader is giving back. 

Sheriff Derek Osborne tells WHCU he’s formed a foundation. 

Osborne says the foundation, which he launched last year, has specific goals.

Through the Sheriff Osborne Hero Foundation, the sheriff adds funding is provided to first responders for things like break room supplies and meals during long investigations. 

FULL INTERVIEW: Sheriff Derek Osborne on Ithaca’s Morning News