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Cleveland Police Museum: “Our Story, Our Way.”

Added on February 1, 2015

The Cleveland Police Historical Society and Museum exists to collect and preserve police history and to use its collection and programs to educate the public and foster mutual understanding and respect between law enforcement and the public.

Cleveland police say thank you after hundreds of donations to clothing drive for homeless

Added on February 1, 2015

Officers collecting underwear and socks for the homeless are issuing a big thank you to FOX 8 viewers.

After running the story on the Second District police officers clothing drive for the homeless, FOX 8 viewers responded by delivering hundreds of socks, underwear, and thermal tops and bottoms.

The officers have now collected 1,037 pairs of socks and 686 pairs of underwear.

K-9 added to SWAT unit makes Cleveland police history

Added on February 1, 2015

There’s a brand new member of the Cleveland Division of Police’s SWAT unit.

“Goro’s been full-time now almost four months,” Sgt. Jose Delgado said. His name is Goro and he’s the first of his kind in Cleveland police history.

Cleveland Police Foundation: Police Services are spread too thin.

Added on January 27, 2015

Director Charles Lane, Jr., of Cleveland Police Department Foundation exposes challenges of special police programs in part of the Conversation Across America.

Congratulations to the 2014 Man of the Year: Sheriff Bova.

Added on January 27, 2015

Police Rescue Toddler After Mom Found Dead of Suspected Heroin Overdose

Added on January 27, 2015

Cleveland police investigating a suspected heroin overdose end up rescuing a toddler left home alone.

Think You Know What Police Do?

Added on January 27, 2015

Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams did quite an admirable job fielding tough questions by CBC News correspondent Bill Whitaker in a 60 Minutes story about the Cleveland Division of Police.

Cleveland Ranked Among Best Startup Cities in America

Added on January 25, 2015

We’ve said it a time or two that Cleveland is a hotbed for entrepreneurial doers and makers, and last week the Forest City was recognized by Popular Mechanics for being one of the best startup cities in the nation.

CPD 2nd District Does Another Community Outreach Effort To Help The Homeless

Added on January 25, 2015

The first week of the Second District’s effort to gather clothing for Cleveland’s homeless men and women is a great success!

Cleveland Police Officers Being Outfitted With Body Cameras.

Added on January 25, 2015

The City of Cleveland Division of Police, along with the Community Relations Board will host roundtable discussions regarding the deployment and use of Police Body Cameras by Cleveland Police Officers.

How police cracked a cold case murder mystery.

Added on January 25, 2015

How police cracked a cold case murder mystery.

Employees at Progressive Insurance Extend Good Karma

Added on January 16, 2015

Progressive Insurance partnered with CPF and the Cleveland Cops For Kids program to brighten Christmas for a family in need.

Shoot? Don’t Shoot?

Added on January 9, 2015

High-profile community activist Jarrett Maupin and FOX 10’s Troy Hayden joined deputies with MCSO, for a force-on-force training drill.

CPF Provides Boxing Ring for PAL Youth Program

Added on January 7, 2015

It was a festive mood at Estabrook Recreation Center during the highly anticipated ribbon-cutting for their new boxing ring.

Foundations Partner With 4th District Police… and Santa Claus

Added on January 7, 2015

With support from us and The Saint Luke’s Foundation, Santa Claus visited the children at Harvey Rice Elementary School.

Police Fatalities Rise 24% in 2014

Added on January 4, 2015

According to the National Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) in Washington, D.C., disturbing preliminary reports are that at the close of 2014 a total of 126 law enforcement officers died in the line of duty.

You’re Just a Cop – For What It’s Worth

Added on January 4, 2015

An important part of the mission of the Cleveland Police Foundation is supporting our police officers and assisting them in ways that help them better perform their duties.

Members of the CPD Continue Giving Back to the Community

Added on December 28, 2014

The Cleveland Division of Police have again excelled in giving back to the community.

Partnering Helps Triplets Cope With Tragic Loss

Added on December 28, 2014

The CPF got involved in helping an Ohio City family provide a better Christmas for a special set of triplets.

CPF Partners w/CPD Domestic Violence Unit to Help a Family

Added on December 28, 2014

The Cleveland Police Foundation adopted Katherine Mercado’s family this Christmas.

Random Acts of Kindness

Added on December 28, 2014

The Cleveland Police Foundation’s Random Acts of Kindness Project. Merry Christmas!

Giving is Contagious. Help Extend Good Karma

Added on December 28, 2014

The Tokmenko family’s Christmas was made a little brighter due to the generosity of the Doyle/Sponsellor/Speary family.

Another Community Partner Helps Spread Holiday Cheer

Added on December 28, 2014

Cleveland Cops For Kids benefited from a toy drive sponsored by Century Harley Davidson and their generous loyal customers.

Can Community Policing Help Prevent Tragedy?

Added on December 23, 2014

A recent article by Cleveland.com/Northeast Ohio Media Group reporter Mark Naymik delves into a bit of what could have been.

Happy Holidays From The Cleveland Police Foundation

Added on December 20, 2014

Enjoy your time with your families and friends this holiday season!

Community Policing Delivers Baskets to 150 Sight Center Families

Added on December 20, 2014

The Cleveland Police Community Policing Unit teamed up with neighboring police departments to deliver Christmas baskets to 150 families.

Cops for Kids Visits Pediatric Unit

Added on December 20, 2014

Cops for Kids at Metro Health is a new program sponsored by The Cleveland Police Foundation and Cleveland Police.

PAL Holiday Party for Children – Fox 8 News coverage

Added on December 20, 2014

Cleveland police officers believe it is important to show area youth how much they care about their well-being.

Holiday Fun with Children at Fifth District and Second District

Added on December 20, 2014

The Cleveland Police Foundation teamed up with the 2nd and 5th District Police for their annual Children’s Christmas Parties.

Fifth Annual Cleveland Police Children’s Holiday Party

Added on December 20, 2014

On Saturday, December 13, 2014 the Fifth Annual Cleveland Police Children’s Holiday Party was held at Cleveland Public Hall.

Cleveland named one of the 50 best places to travel in 2015

Added on December 18, 2014

Great news for our City! This is another reason for all Clevelanders to be proud of our community.

Meet the Members of the Board: James M. Craciun

Added on December 16, 2014

We are honored to feature James M. Craciun, one of the original members and current Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Cleveland Police Foundation.

Willowick Schoolchildren Share Holiday Spirit with CPF Laison Officer Captain Keith Sulzer

Added on December 16, 2014

CPF Liaison Officer Captain Keith Sulzer shares Christmas spirit and lesson for children about giving back to the community.

CPF Awarded Walmart Foundation Grant

Added on December 16, 2014

The Walmart Foundation awarded a grant to the Cleveland Police Foundation in support of the Cleveland Cops For Kids program.

Happy Holidays from the Cleveland Police Foundation

Added on December 11, 2014

While assessing your year-end charitable contributions, we hope that you will consider making a tax deductible donation to the Cleveland Police Foundation and help further our mission to make our community safer.

CPF Supports Officer Health & Fitness

Added on December 9, 2014

Christmas came a little early for the Second District when a brand new treadmill was delivered to their gym.