The safety and wellbeing of Kansas City are a collective effort, with the Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) playing a vital role alongside the community. The Police Foundation of Kansas City (PFKC) supports making Kansas City safer through funding various training, leadership and retention projects at the request of the Chief of Police. These initiatives [...]

The Police Foundation of Kansas City promotes mental health awareness through key initiatives with the Kansas City Missouri Police Department, including supporting the Crisis Intervention Team to equip officers for handling mental health crises effectively. Internally, the KCPD focuses on mental wellness programs for its personnel. New Soft Interview Room Sergeant Erica Oldham, a [...]

  Celebrating Chief Stacey Graves: A Leader Shaping the Future of Law Enforcement on International Women's Day As we celebrate International Women's Day, the Police Foundation of Kansas City is proud to recognize Chief Stacey Graves, a remarkable leader who is making a profound impact on the Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) and [...]

Police Foundation of Kansas City announces $4 million funding for KCPD The Police Foundation of Kansas City is thrilled to gift $4 million in funding to the exceptional team at the Kansas City Police Department. This investment ensures major upgrades to the Department's IT network, technology, and frontline equipment to fight violent crime. Learn [...]

On the busy streets of Kansas City, safety isn't just a goal; it is a commitment woven into the fabric of the community. At the heart of this dedication lies the Kansas City Missouri Police Department (KCPD), tirelessly working to ensure the safety of all our guests and residents. Behind the scenes, another force [...]

Dive into the Police Foundation of Kansas City's year-end report! This December newsletter showcases their impactful work, highlighting achievements in community engagement, crime reduction, and officer support. Explore innovative programs, inspiring stories, and data-driven insights that paint a picture of progress and dedication to a safer KC. Download PDF » [...]

The Board of Directors of the Police Foundation of Kansas City is excited to announce Madeline Romious as its new Board Chairperson. She will succeed past Chairperson Frank Uryasz who generously served in this position for the past four terms. Romious has served as a Director on the Foundation Board for the past five years. [...]

Dear Friends, The Police Foundation of Kansas City, Missouri, was formed by citizens in 2010 to reduce crime in our community. The Foundation does so by generating funds for Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department (KCPD) initiatives not fully supported by existing public funding. The factors that contribute to violent crime in our cities were further [...]

When the community demanded increased accountability from its law enforcement, the Police Foundation of Kansas City stepped up to help. For many years, KCPD has requested funding to purchase body-worn cameras and video storage in their annual budget allocation from city government. As civil unrest erupted in Kansas City and throughout the country following the [...]