Seattle Police Foundation

The Seattle Police Foundation is a non-profit organization that aims to raise support and awareness for the Seattle Police Department. Established in 2002, the foundation recognizes the funding constraints faced by the department, with over 90% of its annual budget allocated to personnel costs. As a result, the Seattle Police Department has limited flexibility to invest in new programs and innovation. The foundation's role is not to replace basic law enforcement funding or diminish the city's responsibility to allocate necessary resources for law enforcement services. Rather, it seeks to support the department's evolving needs, including training, technology, equipment, and community partnerships. Despite these commendable efforts, specific information on industries, recent investments, and investors is not currently available. The United States headquartered foundation is contributing to the enhancement of law enforcement capabilities and community engagement in Seattle.