About Us
Stamford Police Foundation - Two Decades of Support
The Stamford Police Foundation acts as a conduit for the Stamford community, businesses and the private sector to provide support to the Stamford Police Department. This support helps ensure the highest level of police service to Stamford.
The program, which was modeled after those in use in cities like Miami and New York City, has been embraced by Stamford city officials who have praised the initiative for having the potential to change the culture of gun violence in the city.
Through the Foundation, every individual, business and community organization in the Stamford area can become a valued member of the police community and play a vital role in making Stamford a safer city for everyone that lives, works, plays or just enjoys the many amenities offered by our city.
Our Evolving Mission
Since the inception of the Foundation two decades ago but most prominently in the last several years, the city of Stamford, Connecticut has been undergoing an exciting transformation. We have evolved in many important ways, particularly in the growth and diversity of our population. We have become a global corporate market and commercial center. With these changes have come new challenges that the Police Department must meet to succeed at our public safety mission.
Community Support is Vital
To address this point, a call was issued for active community engagement in the form of a Police Foundation to serve as a catalyst to assist the SPD in enhancing their efforts. As a result of the Foundation’s fundraising, they have been able to provide equipment and fund activities for the police that the city does not fund.
Community support from a variety of sectors was favorable and strong, and the Stamford Police Foundation was founded nearly 20 years ago have come new challenges that the Police Department must meet to succeed at our public safety mission.
How You Can Help
Your donation to the Stamford Police Foundation supports programs for essential equipment and special initiatives, all of which are designed to make Stamford a safer community.