Greensboro Police Foundation
It is our mission to supplement funding for innovative police programs, equipment, and technology that make Greensboro a safer community to live, work, and visit. We focus on:
- Specialized training, equipment, and technology to fight crime.
- Officer safety, wellness, and recognition.
- Community partnerships and advocacy.
News
2023 Annual Report
We are proud of everything we accomplished in 2023!
Read MorePassing of Sergeant Philip Dale Nix / Arrests Made
Yesterday, the Greensboro Police Department lost one of our own.
Read MoreFundraiser for the Family of Sergeant Philip Dale Nix
In honor of our fallen hero, the GPOA announces a memorial fundraiser for Sergeant
Nix, which is hosted by Help a Hero.
Greensboro Police Foundation Donates Mobile Video Trailers
The Greensboro Police Foundation is proud to announce that it has donated two mobile video trailers (MVT) to the Greensboro Police Department (GPD), a gift worth $54,000.
Read MoreGreensboro Police Partners with LexisNexis Risk Solutions to Provide a Community Crime Map Tool
Greensboro Police partners with LexisNexis Risk Solutions to provide a Community Crime Map tool to the public.
Read MoreGreensboro Police Receive First Zencity Report- Survey Tool to Better Understand Community Concerns
In September of 2022, the Greensboro Police Department partnered with Zencity to launch a new public survey tool, “Blockwise”, to better understand local concerns, attitudes, and trust in their local police officers.
Read MoreChief Thompson to Host Community Meeting Series
Chief Thompson will host a series of community meetings beginning February 20th and continuing through March 9th .
Read More2022 Annual Report
We are grateful that we were able to gather in person this past year. It restored a level of impact to our work that had been lost during the pandemic years.
Read MoreGPD Receives 2 Million Dollar Grant for Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention
The Greensboro Police Department has received the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Office of Justice Programs Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative (CVIPI) Grant.
Read MoreAssistant Chief John Thompson Selected as New Greensboro Police Chief
After conducting a competitive, national search and extensive interview process, Greensboro City Manager Taiwo Jaiyeoba announced Assistant Chief John Thompson will serve as the next Greensboro Police Chief. Thompson, succeeds Brian James who retired in April 2022.
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