Although the City supplies ballistic helmets to all officers, the need for a special lightweight helmet is sometimes necessary. For example, the Clandestine Lab Unit of Gang & Narcotics Division needs to attach breathing apparatuses to their helmets to wear during searches and the City-issued helmets cannot accommodate this attachment. Thanks to our generous donors, we were able to supply all of Gang & Narcotics Division with special helmets to keep them safe. To make a donation for additional LAPD equipment needs, click here.