Los Angeles Police Foundation

“The executive committee has the authority to act on behalf of the governing body. The 2024 executive committee was chaired by eddie kislinger, chairman and had the following members: deborah lebowitz, vice chair wes nichols, finance chair warren dern, secretary tom flesh ken josefsberg jeffrey neu lenny sands ilan sharone james wiatt”

“The form 990 is first reviewed by the executive director. A copy of the final form 990 is given to all board members for review prior to filing.”

“The organization enforces compliance with their conflict of interest policy by annually administering a conflict of interest questionnaire. All board members are required to annually review and complete the conflict of interest questionnaire to disclose any previously undisclosed conflicts of interest. Once identified, conflicts of interest are addressed as set forth in the organization's conflict of interest policy. The executive director is responsible for monitoring and enforcing the policy.”

“The board determines reasonable compensation for the executive director independently, without the participation of interested parties.”

“The organization makes its governing documents and conflict of interest policy available upon request. The financial statements are available upon request and on the lapf website.”

“Lapf is an independent, not-for-profit organization that provides critical resources and vital support to the lapd. From essential equipment and state-of-the-art technology to specialized training and innovative programs that would otherwise be unfunded, the support provided by lapf directly improves public safety, impacts officer readiness, and enhances quality of life in the city of los angeles. As the largest source of private funding of the lapd, lapf is passionately dedicated to ensuring that los angeles remains america's safest major city. The lapd covers an area spanning 467 square miles with 21 diverse communities and nearly 4 million residents. Lapd's oath to "protect and serve" is getting tougher, more complex, and more dangerous, and as a result, more expensive. Modern policing requires a high level of sophistication in officer training and safety, equipment, communications, technology, and community outreach. With 96% of the lapd's budget spent on personnel, there is little left for major projects that will enhance efficiency and modernization of the department. Over the years, the requests for grants have grown to more than 100 received each year. Lapf has donated nearly $57,500,000 to the lapd in the areas of equipment and technology upgrades, specialized training, community outreach, and youth programs. Lapf is needed more than ever in order to allow the lapd to move beyond the constraints of municipal funding and truly excel.”