EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY & TRAINING
The LVMPD Foundation helps fund advanced tools and technology—such as drones and modern equipment—that improve emergency response times, aid in solving crimes more effectively, and significantly enhance officer safety in dangerous situations, making law enforcement operations more efficient and effective.
Grappler Initiative
The Grappler is an advanced vehicle intervention tool designed to safely stop fleeing vehicles and reduce dangerous high-speed pursuits. As traffic safety remains a top priority for Sheriff Kevin McMahill and the department, this technology helps protect officers, drivers, and innocent members of the public by reducing the risk of crashes and injuries during pursuits.
JETI - Joint Emergency Training Institute
The Joint Emergency Training Institute is the largest of its kind in the West—your support helps keep it ready to protect Las Vegas and beyond.
License Plate Readers
Automated License Plate Readers help law enforcement quickly identify threats and respond faster to protect the community.
Mobile Drone Unit
The LVMPD Mobile Drone Unit enhances public safety with real-time aerial support during critical incidents.
ShotSpotter
ShotSpotter helps officers respond faster to gunfire by detecting the exact location of shots, improving safety and saving lives.
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FOUNDATION NEWS
June 17, 2026
Las Vegas Athletics Invest in Training at JETI
The LVMPD Foundation welcomed representatives from the Las Vegas Athletics to the Joint Emergency Training Institute (JETI) for a special recognition event celebrating the organization’s investment in first responder training. During the visit, Athletics leadership formally presented their generous donation in support of training initiatives that prepare law enforcement officers and other first responders to […]
June 16, 2026
Sheriff Salutes the Best of the Badge Gala Returns October 10, 2026
Honoring Valor. Celebrating Service. Investing in Public Safety. Few honors carry greater significance within the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department than receiving one of the agency’s highest commendations. Reserved for officers whose actions demonstrate extraordinary courage, selflessness, leadership, and dedication to service, these awards recognize those who have gone above and beyond in protecting the […]
May 7, 2026
LVMPD Foundation Releases 2025 Annual Impact Report
The LVMPD Foundation has released its 2025 Annual Impact Report, highlighting a year of strategic investment in officer training, public safety technology, and community engagement initiatives across Southern Nevada. Centered around the theme, From Investment to Impact, the report demonstrates how donor support directly contributed to measurable outcomes that strengthen public safety and build trust […]