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Groundbreaking Ceremony for addition to Stockyard Community School

Added on June 7, 2015

Constellation Schools like Stockyard Community and West Park Community teach students the importance of community service and servicing the needy in their communities.

Stranger Danger Program Presented to the Youth at Goodrich-Gannett

Added on June 7, 2015

The Officers were invited to present the Stranger Danger Program, and field questions from the children participating in the summer camp program.

CPD Community Policing Random Acts of Kindness

Added on June 7, 2015

A big thank you to the Cleveland Police Foundation for sponsoring this random act of kindness.

Vintage Police Vehicle Show

Added on May 31, 2015

Cleveland Police Foundation Brings Cheer to the Kids at MetroHealth Pediatric Unit

Added on May 31, 2015

The smiles on the kids and families faces were as big as the smiles from the cops. Thank You MetroHealth for allowing us to visit.

Cleveland Police Foundation Cops for Causes Reverse Raffle

Added on May 31, 2015

Reverse Raffle to help benefit Cleveland Police Foundation Umbrella Charities

Unity in the Community

Added on May 12, 2015

The event was sponsored by The Cleveland Police Foundation, and once again hosted by Captain Keith Sulzer of the Community Policing Unit.

Cleveland Police Foundation Sponsor Community Policing’s Tough Love Cleveland Program

Added on May 12, 2015

TLC Program (Tough Love Cleveland) with students from Harvey Rice Elementary School on E 116th St…, in the Buckeye Neighborhood. Community Police and 4th District officers escorted the kids and staff to the West Side Market for a tour, lunch, and ice cream.

Bob Schieffer: Don’t Forget About The Good Cops

Added on April 26, 2015

If you can learn to get the right information under those circumstances, you won’t be fazed by the high and mighty and certainly not by on-the-make politicians and spin doctors, which is why I want to add a paragraph or two to the rash of stories lately about cops gone wrong.

2nd Annual Cops For Causes – Thank you For Your Support

Added on April 26, 2015

The additional winners from the event were The Cleveland Police Foundation umbrella charities, that received part of the proceeds, and include the Police Athletic League, The Cleveland Police Historical Society, The Cleveland Police Honor Guard, The Greater Cleveland Peace Officer’s Memorial Society, The Cleveland Police Pipe’s and Drums, The Cleveland Police Cops for Kids, and The Cleveland Police Mounted Unit.

First District Receives Spinning Bike for Their Gym

Added on April 26, 2015

It was the second such donation by The Cleveland Police Foundation as a treadmill was donated late last year.

MERCHANT RECRUITING PHASE OF THE SUPPORT GREATER CLEVELAND CAMPAIGN BEGINS APRIL 15TH

Added on April 14, 2015

The Cleveland Police Foundation announced today that participating charities in the Support Greater Cleveland campaign will begin recruiting merchants on Wednesday, April 15th. Brochures are available upon request by calling 216.744-9666.

Cleveland Police and Fire Team Up in Detroit to Compete in the Law Enforcement Midwest Championships

Added on April 12, 2015

Cleveland Fire and Cleveland Police joined up to travel to Detroit and compete in charity basketball and tug of war contests against other law enforcement and first responder organizations in the Midwest, for the Law Enforcement Midwest Championships.

Little Free Library Has Been Placed in the Lobby at Cleveland Police 4th District

Added on April 12, 2015

This library is part of a national program to promote literacy. Community Policing and the Cleveland Police Foundation have partnered with Little Free Library and Channel 3 to bring this program to Cleveland and Cleveland Police.

United By Light Candlelight Vigil

Added on April 5, 2015

It’s often said that everyone should experience at least one Police Week during their lives, but even if you can’t make it to DC this year, you can still show your support.

Estabrook Boxing Gym Receives Finishing Touches

Added on April 5, 2015

The finishing touch was completed at the boxing gym located at the Estabrook Recreation Center as a desk was donated, and delivered by the Cleveland Police Foundation and will be utilized by boxing coach Johnny Nieves.

The Cleveland Police Foundation Partners with The Ohio Crime Prevention Association

Added on April 5, 2015

We have formed a partnership with the Ohio Crime Prevention Association. This organization was founded in 1977 by a core of dedicated law enforcement officers concerned about the safety of Ohio residents, and is the nations largest state crime prevention association.

Get Your Tickets Now! ~ 2nd Annual Cops for Causes

Added on March 29, 2015

The 2nd annual event will be held on Saturday, April 18th at the CPPA Hall. Don’t miss out get your tickets early.

Join Us For the 30th Anniversary Greater Cleveland Peace Officers Memorial Society Commemoration

Added on March 29, 2015

Sea of Blue – Cleveland Indians Game

Added on March 29, 2015

Sea of Blue Cleveland Indians Game

Arizona Cop Escapes Death as Gunman Attempts to Sneak up Behind Him

Added on March 29, 2015

Officer Cesar Nelson responded to a domestic disturbance February 16 when the attempted ambush occurred. As police searched for the suspect, Cesar sat inside his patrol car while watching the suspect’s empty vehicle in front of him.

Cleveland SWAT Prepares to Support 5-year-old ‘Bubble Boy’ With Yellow Shirts

Added on March 29, 2015

The team was posing for a photo to support 5-year-old Seth. Seth was born without an immune system and is about to undergo his second bone marrow transplant in an England hospital.

Michelle Knight on Sharing Story: ‘To Give Courage and Hope to Other People’

Added on March 29, 2015

Just to see my life unfold on set was really amazing,” Knight said in an interview for Lifetime that aired on “Entertainment Tonight.”

Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Added on March 29, 2015

The officers talked about police work and the importance of positive and peaceful interactions with officers.

Riderless Cleveland Police Horse, Jack, Gallops Through Downtown

Added on March 29, 2015

Jack, a horse with the department’s mounted unit, was tied up at Erie Street Cemetery on East 9th Street. He got loose around 3:30 p.m., police spokesman Sgt. Ali Pillow said.

Community Policing Really Matters Says Retired Cleveland Cop Once on the Frontlines

Added on March 17, 2015

I sat with Guttu recently to hear more about his days as an officer who embraced community policing, something he notes was not accepted by all his colleagues, Some believed such efforts were unproductive, he notes in his handbook.

Protected, But Scared: What It’s Like To Be A Police Officer’s Child

Added on March 17, 2015

I’m sure we can all remember sitting by the door, waiting to hear Dad come home from work, running up to him and giving him a huge bear hug when he finally made it.

Shooting Wounds Cleveland Police Officer; Suspect Killed

Added on March 17, 2015

The officer was shot at least once but the bullet hit his protective vest, police Chief Calvin Williams said during a briefing from the scene on the 6900 block of Ottawa Road, located just west of East 71st Street and just north of Harvard Avenue.

Onix Outreach and the Cleveland Police Foundation Team Up Again to Support Another Family in Need

Added on March 15, 2015

Cherria and family would like to thank Onix Outreach and the Cleveland Police Foundation for the donations to her and her family.

If Bill Passed, it Would be Illegal to Own, Display, Buy or Sell a Fake Gun That Looks Realistic

Added on March 15, 2015

Investigator, City Safety Forces Will Aggressively Recruit Women, Minorities

Added on March 15, 2015

Currently, the city does occasional recruiting during civil service testing cycles. The big change would be doing recruiting throughout the entire year.

Cleveland Division of FBI Asking for Assistance in Disappearance of Ashley Summers

Added on March 12, 2015

FBI is asking for the public’s help in gaining more information on Ashley Summers, who went missing from Cleveland in 2007

Fentanyl deaths on the rise

Added on March 12, 2015

Fentanyl continues to be distributed, either as heroin or mixed with heroin, which is oftentimes deadly to unaware or inexperienced users. Fentanyl-related deaths are not decreasing, and continue to rise.

Cleveland Cops for Kids at MetroHealth Spreading Cheer

Added on March 12, 2015

Cleveland Police Sex Crimes and Child Abuse Unit, joined Community Policing and the Cleveland Police Foundation at MetroHealth’s Pediatric Unit to visit the children and their families.

Join Us For the 30th Anniversary Greater Cleveland Peace Officers Memorial Society Commemoration

Added on March 8, 2015

We Support Our Cleveland Police Officers ~ Yard Signs Available

Added on March 8, 2015

We invite you to show your support for our Cleveland Police Officers by displaying these signs. A donation of $5 helps cover the costs of this project.