APD Annual Reports - 2013 Annual Report | Page 29

Est. 2003 Arlington Police Foundation Police Foundation The Arlington Police Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charity established in 2003 to support the Arlington Police Department. The Foundation funds essential equipment and programs for APD which are not included in the city General Fund. The Foundation also provides financial assistance for Tarrant County families of fallen officers who are killed in the line of duty. There are many ways the Foundation raises necessary funds. The Police Palooza in October 2013 highlighted the musical talent of APD officers and their families. In 2013, the following assistance was provided to APD: In the summer of 2013, Officer Charles Lodatto was shot while executing a fugitive warrant. He survived only because of the quick response of his fellow officers in applying pressure to stop the bleeding of a major artery. As a result of this incident, the Foundation purchased Trauma Plate Packs for patrol officers. These pocket kits are designed to fit inside the officer’s uniform shirt pocket and contain lifesaving medical supplies needed to treat any private support public service penetrating trauma injury such as an arterial gunshot or stab wound. • Police Athletic League (PAL) Camp • The “Rec” after school program • Supplies for the K9 Unit • Sponsor for Annual Awards Banquet • Trauma Plate Packs for every patrol officer • Hosts annual golf tournament “Handcuffs and Mulligans” 27