First District Officers Discuss Safety at West Park Animal Hospital Added on April 16, 2024 Community Engagement Officers from Cleveland Police’s First District recently engaged with West Park Animal Hospital staff to enhance safety awareness.
Congratulations to Deputy Chief Jarod Schlacht on His New Appointment Added on April 15, 2024 Mayor Justin M. Bibb swears in Deputy Chief Jarod Schlacht as the new Deputy Chief of Staff, marking his ongoing commitment to leadership in the Cleveland Police Division.
Hopping Fun at the Annual Easter Egg Hunt with Councilman Slife and First District Police Added on March 28, 2024 Join the egg-citement! Councilman Charles Slife and the Cleveland Police First District hosted a delightful Easter Egg Hunt at Impett Park, featuring furry friends from the Mounted and K9 Units.
Saluting Our Police on Their LPO Leadership Training Completion Added on March 28, 2024 Join us in applauding our dedicated officers who have recently graduated from the Leadership in Police Organizations (LPO) course, a premier leadership development program by the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
Police Recruits Embrace Community through ‘Reverse Ride Along’ Event Added on March 28, 2024 Upcoming Cleveland Police graduates participate in ‘Reverse Ride Along,’ a novel community engagement initiative, to build connections and understand the diverse organizations they’ll serve.
Career Day Fun with Cleveland’s Finest and Their Four-Legged Partners Added on March 28, 2024 Andrew J. Rickoff School students enjoy a special career day visit from Fourth District officers and their unique partners.
First District Officers and Students Visit Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse Added on March 28, 2024 Officers and students from New Technology West shared a fun day of basketball and bonding at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
Building Bonds with Tomorrow’s Leaders Added on March 28, 2024 A genuine moment captured as Lt. Bennett shares a meaningful conversation with a young student, highlighting the strength of community connections.
Backpack Donations Aid Unsheltered in Third District Added on March 28, 2024 Officer Heath from the Third District provided essential support to the unsheltered community by distributing backpacks donated by the Cleveland Police Foundation
Quick Action in the Fourth District Added on March 28, 2024 A traffic stop by Officers Caraballo and Robertson leads to a drug trafficking arrest and firearm confiscation.
Fourth District Officers Utilize ShotSpotter for Timely Arrest and Seizure Added on March 28, 2024 Thanks to the prompt response of Officers Soucek and McCartney to a ShotSpotter alert, a significant amount of contraband was seized in the Fourth District.
Quick Thinking and Compassion: Sanchez and Wright Earn February Honors Added on March 26, 2024 In a night of crisis, Officers Jonnatan Sanchez and Wanda Wright’s quick thinking and compassion saved lives, earning them the title of Police Officers of the Month for February 2024.
January 2024 Newsletter: Embracing New Leadership and Strategic Directions Added on January 31, 2024 As we step into 2024, the Cleveland Police Foundation welcomes Kathy Heigle as our new Chief Administrative Officer/Controller and sets a renewed strategic focus on ‘Cops and Kids’ and the ‘Heroes Program’ to strengthen community ties.
December 2023 Newsletter: A Salute to Community Heroes and Holiday Cheers Added on January 31, 2024 Join us in December’s edition as we celebrate the spirit of giving, honor exceptional officers and community partners, and embrace the festive season with heartfelt messages.
November 2023 Newsletter: Honoring Rick DeChant’s Legacy and Strengthening Bonds Through ‘Cops and Kids’ Added on January 31, 2024 Join us in honoring Rick DeChant’s dedicated service as he announces retirement and explore impactful community initiatives in the November newsletter.
October 2023 Newsletter: Heroic Response to a Devastating Crash Takes Center Stage Added on January 31, 2024 Dive into our October newsletter for inspiring stories of community bonds and bravery, highlighting the life-saving actions of Sgt. Thomas and Officer Wolski following a severe incident.
2nd District Hosts Coffee With Cops Added on December 21, 2023 Cleveland’s 2nd District officers connected with Tremont area residents over hot coffee, fostering community relations and discussing neighborhood concerns.
Santa Sulzer Joins Young Elves in Creating Holiday Cheer for Cleveland Added on December 21, 2023 Marking its 14th year, former CPD Commander Keith Sulzer’s holiday initiative with local students provided stockings to children, adding a touch of magic to Cleveland’s Christmas.
Cleveland PAL and U.S. Probation Office Partner to Deliver Holiday Joy Added on December 21, 2023 In a heartwarming community effort, Cleveland PAL and the U.S. Probation Office distributed holiday food baskets and turkeys, bringing smiles to families in need.
Feliz Navidad! A Latino Holiday Celebration at Buhrer Elementary Added on December 21, 2023 Featuring ‘Feliz Navidad’, Buhrer Elementary’s festive concert showcased its youth guitar group and a partnership with the Hispanic Officers Association, fostering community through music.
Annual Second District Christmas Toy Giveaway Delights Over 250 Kids Added on December 21, 2023 The joy of Christmas was in the air as over 250 children received gifts at the Second District’s annual toy giveaway, with officers and community members spreading holiday cheer.
Celebrating 41 Years of Cops, Kids, and Christmas at Ronald McDonald House Added on December 21, 2023 Check out the gallery from the joyful PAL Children’s Christmas Party at Tower City Center, where over 700 kids received toys and celebrated with Cleveland Police and community supporters.
PAL Thrills Kids at 2023 CPD Children’s Christmas Party Added on December 20, 2023 Check out the gallery from the joyful PAL Children’s Christmas Party at Tower City Center, where over 700 kids received toys and celebrated with Cleveland Police and community supporters.
Police Charities Profile – The Cleveland Police Museum Added on December 20, 2023 This month as part of the profiles of the police Charities supported by The Cleveland Police foundation, we focus on the Cleveland Police Museum.
Community Heroes Celebrated at First District Community Relations Awards Added on December 19, 2023 Recognizing service and unity, the First District Community Relations Awards Ceremony honored exceptional police officers and community members, with Mayor Bibb and Chief Drummond in attendance.
Saint Martin de Porres High School Band Opens for 5th District Awards Added on October 31, 2023 The talented marching band from Saint Martin de Porres High School had the honor of opening for the 5th District awards ceremony. Check out their performance!
A Heartfelt Moment with Fourth District Officers Added on October 31, 2023 Officers Nelson-Manuel and Vaden from the Fourth District showcased the softer side of policing by spending quality time with a young member of their community.
Officer Webb’s Warm Gesture Celebrated by Fourth District Added on October 31, 2023 Officer Webb exemplifies the spirit of service and kindness in the heart of downtown Cleveland.
A Glimpse Inside the Cleveland Police Mounted Unit Added on October 31, 2023 Local media receives an exclusive tour of our vibrant Mounted Unit, led by our Traffic Commissioner Holmes.
First District Honors Officer Wes Farra as September’s Standout Added on October 30, 2023 Recognized for his exemplary professionalism and positive impact, Officer Wes Farra (and his wife, Camille) takes center stage in the First District’s monthly accolades.
Celebrating Cleveland’s Hispanic Officers During National Heritage Month Added on October 30, 2023 The First District takes a moment to spotlight the unwavering commitment of its Hispanic officers who serve Cleveland with a fusion of city pride and deep-rooted heritage.
First District Officers Collaborate with Cleveland Sports Teams in CLE3 Alliance Added on October 30, 2023 Earlier in October, the First District Community Officers joined forces with the Cleveland Browns, Guardians, and Cavaliers. The collaboration aimed at enhancing ties between Cleveland’s youth and police officers through the CLE3 Alliance initiative.
September 2023 Newsletter: Honoring Cleveland’s Heroes and Community Partners Added on October 2, 2023 The Cleveland Police Foundation celebrates outstanding citizens and officers in the Third District Community Awards, alongside sharing inspiring stories of community support and engagement. Delve into these heartening narratives and the early success of the Leadership in Action fundraising campaign in this month’s newsletter.
August 2023 Newsletter: Student’s Kit Donation Ignites Wave of Community Outreach Added on October 2, 2023 Local college student Ian McKenna’s donation of 500 “Street Survival” Kits to Cleveland Police is a laudable gesture that sets a tone of community solidarity. This month’s newsletter dives into various inspiring stories of support, engagement, and the indomitable spirit of Cleveland’s police and citizens alike.
July 2023 Newsletter: Urgent Appeal to Strengthen Cleveland’s ‘Thin Blue Line’ Amid Crisis Added on October 2, 2023 This month’s newsletter underscores an urgent plea for community solidarity to reinforce Cleveland’s police force facing a public safety crisis. Additionally, it sheds light on compassionate acts by our officers, successful community engagement events, and honors those making a positive difference.
June 2023 Newsletter: Introducing the Leadership in Action Campaign Added on October 2, 2023 Explore the impactful initiatives of the Cleveland Police Foundation in our June newsletter, showcasing a dynamic blend of community engagement, technological advancements, and heartfelt stories of compassion in action.