COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & YOUTH PROGRAMS

Area Commands

LVMPD Area Commands help the LVMPD deliver community-focused policing, build partnerships with residents and businesses, and improve safety through localized strategies and proactive crime prevention.

Back to School Initiative

Before each new school year, the Foundation purchases essential school supplies and assists Metro officers in distributing them to underserved student populations across the Las Vegas Valley.  

Bombas Socks

Bombas has donated high-quality socks to the LVMPD Foundation and LVMPD officers have distributed 10,000 pairs of Bombas socks as part of our annual Back-to-School Initiative.

Community Bicycle Drive

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Foundation proudly supports a series of bicycle drives that bring joy, promote wellness, and build lasting connections between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

DREAM Youth Mentorship Program

The DREAM Program (Discover, Redirect, Empower, Advocate, Mentor) is a valley-wide youth diversion initiative led by officers from the Office of Community Engagement. It is designed to connect with young people, steer them away from negative influences, and inspire positive life choices.

Easter Community Engagement Drive

With the help of generous donors and volunteers, the Foundation supports Easter egg hunts for thousands of residents for fun celebrations of togetherness and generosity. Working together, we’re not just filling Easter eggs—we’re filling hearts. 

Good Ticket Program

The Good Ticket Program celebrates LVMPD officers and civilian personnel for their positive impact in the community. Sponsored annually by Resorts World Las Vegas, it highlights moments of kindness and connection by recognizing civilians who are caught doing something good, reinforcing that police interactions aren't only about enforcing the law but also about uplifting the community.

Halloween Candy Drive

Each year, the Foundation hosts candy drives and raises funds to give underserved children a safe, fun Halloween. Candy is distributed at Trunk or Treats and Fall Festivals organized by Area Commands in the neighborhoods they serve, helping build trust and positive connections between officers and the community.

Hispanic Citizens' Police Academy

The Hispanic Citizens’ Police Academy builds trust by connecting Spanish-speaking residents with LVMPD through hands-on education and training.

Hydroponics

This initiative offers hands-on hydroponics education by utilizing STEM principles and providing practical knowledge and skills. Students learn how to cultivate an indoor garden with fresh vegetables and build relationships with both law enforcement and their peers.

LIMA Program

This annual ceremony honors the incredible graduates of the LIMA (Law Enforcement Intervention for Mental Health and Addiction) program. LIMA offers treatment to support individuals involved with low-level crimes related to substance abuse, mental health, and homelessness issues.

LVMPD Foundation - Tuesday, October 7, 2025

National Night Out

The Foundation funds Metro’s valley-wide initiative for National Night Out. This annual community-building campaign promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer and more caring places to live. These free gatherings typically attract thousands of attendees who enjoy learning about the latest crime-fighting technology, meeting policing teams, and crime prevention strategies.

Santa Cops / Shop with a Cop

Santa Cop and Shop with a Cop are special holiday traditions sponsored by the Foundation that bring LVMPD officers and local youth together for a morning of shopping, laughter, and connection. Hundreds of underserved children are paired with officers to pick out clothes, toys, and holiday gifts — creating lasting memories, building trust, and reminding every child that they are seen, valued, and cared for.

Thanksgiving Meal Distribution

Many families in our Valley face financial hardship and food insecurity, especially during the holidays. The Foundation supports area commands by providing a complete Thanksgiving meal for families in need, helping officers build trust, humanize the badge, and strengthen the communities they serve.

Youth Sports (Bolden Lions Futbol Club)

The Bolden Lions Futbol Club is more than just a soccer team. It’s a lifeline for at-risk youth in our community. The LVMPD Foundation supports this free, competitive soccer program, which is open to boys and girls ages 14–18.