Wildfire Relief
January 2025 took a toll on the Los Angeles Area. Fourteen wildfires ravaged parts of LA, with the most devastating fires in Altadena and the Pacific Palisades. Our men and women in blue worked tirelessly to evacuate residents, provide extra patrols to the the fire area to prevent looting, and man checkpoints, ensuring Angelenos were […]
Civil Unrest
For the last 10 days, our LAPD officers have been working 12 hour shifts day in and day out in order to facilitate the first amendment rights of protesters in Los Angeles and to guard against the violence and looting seen in the downtown area. Our officers have had bottles, rocks, and commercial grade fireworks […]
South Bureau Community Outreach
We continue to support community events such as Chief of Police Community forums, Community Movie Nights, South Bureau Tree Trimming ceremonies, a Human Trafficking Forum, and numerous other community events We provide refreshments, awards, and other items needed to make these special events memorable to the community LAPD serves.
Youth Cadet Leadership Program
The Youth Cadet Leadership Program is the signature youth program of the LAPD. The Youth Cadet Leadership Program strongly focuses on youth development, youth leadership, and community stewardship. The LAPF provides uniforms, equipment, and funds for activities for these deserving youth. For more information about the Youth Cadet Leadership Program, click here.
Ballistic Helmets
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 […]
Catalytic Converter Marking Devices
The theft of catalytic converters is on the rise since the value of the precious metals inside the converters continues to skyrocket. For the vehicle owner, repairs can range from $1,000-$4,000. Engraving the VIN number onto the catalytic converter can curtail theft and also assist with the prosecution of thieves. We are grateful to our donors […]
Off-Highway Vehicles 4 Me (OHV4ME) Program
OHV4ME expanded in 2023, growing from being able to previously serve 20 at-risk youth between the ages of 10-17 years to 44 kids. This successful program brings officers and youth together weekly for 21 weeks to learn riding, safety, and maintenance of motorcycles, regardless of their riding experience. Each session concludes with the kids and officers sharing a meal. One of the […]