APD Annual Reports - 2019 Annual Report | Page 62

Police Foundation The Arlington Police Foundation is dedicated to keeping the community safe and ensuring officers have the tools and equipment needed to perform. The Foundation provides financial assistance to deserving law enforcement-related community projects. In 2019, the Foundation assisted with several key projects that made a positive impact on the community and department. The Foundation sponsored “Family Night” at the Arlington Police Academy by providing a catered dinner and donating copies of the book, “I Love a Cop.” This was a $4,995 financial investment. The Foundation sponsored Corporal William Brewer and his family to Washington to continue his recovery and treatment after being shot in the line of duty. This was a $4,500 financial commitment. In addition, the foundation supplements funding to host the department’s annual awards ceremony. 62 | 2019 Annual Report