CPF Editor, Author at The Cleveland Police Foundation

What is a Neighborhood Watch?

Added on March 8, 2022

This is part one of a series of articles about Neighborhood Watch programs, an introduction to Neighborhood Watch programs.

“Shop with a Pro” teams Browns Players and PAL Kids

Added on January 21, 2022

Dick’s Sporting Goods sponsored this shopping spree while other community members helped locals with holiday meals and seasonal clothing!

Cleveland PAL Helping Give Good Cheer

Added on January 21, 2022

Volunteers distributed warm clothing and toys through the Tour of Good Cheer. Cleveland PAL gave presents for community youth for delivery by Cleveland Police!

The CPF in partnership with the OCPA presents the ” Tip Of The Week”

Added on January 17, 2022

Winter driving can be treacherous and stressful

Thank You to Patrol Officer Shane Bartek

Added on January 12, 2022

Reflections on the funeral of Fallen Officer Bartek, whose End of Watch was December 31, 2021.

Support Law Enforcement United to Help Families of Fallen Officers

Added on January 3, 2022

As Gabrielle Leon rides in The Road to Hope Bike-A-Thon in May 2022, she honors her father, Fallen Cleveland Police Officer Wayne Leon. Click here to fund her cause!

NAACP Cleveland Chapter Celebrates 109th Anniversary

Added on December 31, 2021

Cleveland Police Foundation Board Members John Anoliefo and Doug Bugie step out at the Renaissance for the Freedom Fund Dinner on December 5, 2021.

Cleveland Police Helping Dads at Christmastime

Added on December 31, 2021

Cleveland Police Community Relations officers help out at Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry to give local Dads in need a chance to give at Christmas!

Mounted Unit Horses are Decorated

Added on November 30, 2021

All the horses of the Cleveland Police Mounted Unit received stunning new badges, courtesy of the Cleveland Police Foundation.

Night at the Hoops

Added on November 30, 2021

Many Cleveland Police Athletic League kids were treated to a Cavaliers game recently at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse.

Cleveland Police Help at Saint Augustine Hunger Center

Added on November 30, 2021

Another Thanksgiving for CPD getting out in the community and delivering meals!!

Cleveland Police Athletic League Boxing Update

Added on November 30, 2021

Area youth boxers competed recently in Pittsburgh, Buffalo, and Cleveland.

Become a Special Santa this Season

Added on November 15, 2021

Donate on Saturday, December 4th at Market Square Park to ensure a Merry Christmas for local kids! Click here for details!

Warming Up the Westside!

Added on November 15, 2021

On November 13th, the Cleveland Police First District conducted Operation Warm 2.0 to distribute winter clothing to area families!

Fall Fun-Time with PAL

Added on November 8, 2021

The Cleveland Police Athletic League, CPD, and Tower City joined together for a BOO-tiful experience!

Citizens Police Academy Graduation

Added on November 5, 2021

Held at the Third District Headquarters, the ceremony acknowledged those from the community who completed a course about Cleveland Police day-to-day activities.

Making Halloween Happy

Added on October 27, 2021

Every Halloween, one of our Cleveland Police Dispatchers does what she does best…take care of others by ensuring kids have holiday costumes!

Our Compassionate and Caring Cleveland Police

Added on October 27, 2021

Two patrol officers intervene to help three young siblings in need, with a follow-up of friendship and community donations!

Stolen Bike Replaced with Help from First District Police

Added on October 15, 2021

When the Gracehaven Community Case Manager reached out to the Cleveland Police Foundation, Community Outreach Coordinator Bob Guttu jumped into action!

Raising Funds for the Cleveland Police Mounted Unit

Added on October 5, 2021

The purchase of these striking Challenge Coins will ensure the best of care for the horses! Click here for more information.

Cleveland Police SWAT Officer Jonathan Rodriguez Retires

Added on October 5, 2021

PO Rodriguez was honored at the FOP Hall amid fellow officers and supporters. Click here to read about the officer’s story and a special fundraiser!

Congratulations to the new Cleveland Police Law Enforcement Explorers!

Added on October 4, 2021

The proud young women and men who graduated from the program in September demonstrated tremendous strength, passion, and integrity!

Like Father, Like Son

Added on October 4, 2021

A ride to remember as Cleveland Police Officers Anthony and Max Estremera shared official duties in keeping the City of Cleveland safe!

Barbers With A Mission

Added on September 8, 2021

The First District Community Engagement Officers were on hand to oversee free haircuts for the kids from Laura’s Home, part of The City Mission.

Summer Fun, Education, and Information

Added on September 8, 2021

Community Engagement officers were recruiting and educating at the Cleveland Hispanic UMADAOP community fair in the Clark-West 25th Street neighborhood.

Giving School Supplies on the West Side

Added on August 20, 2021

Cleveland Police, The Cleveland Police Foundation, and community supporters joined together to equip students for the coming academic year!

Cleveland Police Welcome Cleveland Indians Pitcher James Karinchak

Added on August 4, 2021

A very busy day for relief pitcher James Karinchak as he toured CPD Units to promote his Strike-Out fundraiser “Whiffs for Warriors” for The Cleveland Police Foundation!

Cleveland Police Athletic League Presents Scholarships

Added on August 4, 2021

Awards were given in honor of Fallen Officers David Fahey and James Skernivitz to help students Jacob Freeman and Justin Snider.

Fishing Fun and Sun

Added on July 27, 2021

The Cleveland Police Foundation partnered up with the Western Reserve Land Conservancy for this year’s Cops for Kids fishing event!

Cleveland PAL has some exciting news for boxing fans!

Added on July 14, 2021

Five boxers representing Old Angle PAL entered into the 2021 Golden Glove Tournament held in June.

Cleveland Police Community Relations Unit Keeps Cleveland Kids Cool

Added on July 5, 2021

With Cuyahoga County Crime Stoppers as sponsors, the CPD ice cream truck is treating kids and adults around the City of Cleveland.

Spruce-Up Day at Owens’ Memorial Park

Added on June 23, 2021

A sunny Tuesday in June made for a gathering at the Fourth District park erected in honor of Fallen Officer Derek Owens.

Officer Derek Owens’ Memorial Park

Added on June 7, 2021

This community-police tribute to Fallen Officer Owens thrives in the Fourth District, maintained by Retired Cleveland Police Captain Keith Sulzer.

Annual Family Fun Day at Malachi Center

Added on June 7, 2021

It was a beautiful day in late May when Cleveland Police Officers and Cops for Kids joined the community for fun and games!

Chili Bowl Classic at the Hofbräuhaus

Added on June 7, 2021

A delicious win for the Cleveland Police Community Relations Unit and Cops for Kids!

The Pride of the Cleveland Police Mounted Unit

Added on May 26, 2021

The Memorial Parade through downtown Cleveland during Police Memorial Week featured the majestic horses of the CPD.

What is a Neighborhood Watch?

“Shop with a Pro” teams Browns Players and PAL Kids

Cleveland PAL Helping Give Good Cheer

The CPF in partnership with the OCPA presents the ” Tip Of The Week”

Thank You to Patrol Officer Shane Bartek

Support Law Enforcement United to Help Families of Fallen Officers

NAACP Cleveland Chapter Celebrates 109th Anniversary

Cleveland Police Helping Dads at Christmastime

Mounted Unit Horses are Decorated

Night at the Hoops

Cleveland Police Help at Saint Augustine Hunger Center

Cleveland Police Athletic League Boxing Update

Become a Special Santa this Season

Warming Up the Westside!

Fall Fun-Time with PAL

Citizens Police Academy Graduation

Making Halloween Happy

Our Compassionate and Caring Cleveland Police

Stolen Bike Replaced with Help from First District Police

Raising Funds for the Cleveland Police Mounted Unit

Cleveland Police SWAT Officer Jonathan Rodriguez Retires

Congratulations to the new Cleveland Police Law Enforcement Explorers!

Like Father, Like Son

Barbers With A Mission

Summer Fun, Education, and Information

Giving School Supplies on the West Side

Cleveland Police Welcome Cleveland Indians Pitcher James Karinchak

Cleveland Police Athletic League Presents Scholarships

Fishing Fun and Sun

Cleveland PAL has some exciting news for boxing fans!

Cleveland Police Community Relations Unit Keeps Cleveland Kids Cool

Spruce-Up Day at Owens’ Memorial Park

Officer Derek Owens’ Memorial Park

Annual Family Fun Day at Malachi Center

Chili Bowl Classic at the Hofbräuhaus

The Pride of the Cleveland Police Mounted Unit

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