Building Trust, Inspiring Growth: IMPD CARES Expands Youth Engagement Programs
Blog The IMPD CARES framework continues to grow, expanding its reach through innovative, interactive, and educational programs that bring officers and youth together in meaningful ways. Supported in part by the Central Indiana Police Foundation’s Behind the Line Fund, each initiative is designed to inspire learning, promote safety, and encourage open dialogue — creating positive […]
Honoring Officer Ryan Deakin: November 2025 Officer of the Month
Blog Honoring Officer Ryan Deakin – Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department The Central Indiana Police Foundation, in proud partnership with Lucas Oil Products, is honored to recognize Officer Ryan Deakin of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department as the November 2025 Officer of the Month. Each month, CIPF and Lucas Oil Products celebrate officers who demonstrate exceptional […]
Celebrating a Remarkable Career: IMPD Mounted Patrol Horse Maddie Retires After 17 Years of Service
Blog One of Indianapolis’ most beloved police horses is hanging up her badge — Maddie, a longtime member of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Mounted Patrol, is stepping into a well-earned retirement after 17 years of dedicated service. From Louisiana to Indianapolis Born in 2005, Maddie is a striking Percheron–Dutch Warmblood cross who started her […]
Supporting Our K9 Heroes
Blog Our police K9s are more than partners — they’re heroes on four paws. These loyal canines track suspects, detect explosives, and protect the officers and communities they serve every single day. Their courage and dedication are unmatched — and when the unexpected happens, they deserve the same level of protection they give us. That’s […]
Building Stronger Departments Through Wellness: Highlights from the 2nd Annual CIPF Wellness Summit
Blog The Central Indiana Police Foundation’s 2nd Annual Wellness Summit brought together officers, leaders, and wellness advocates for two powerful days of learning, connection, and inspiration. From physical and mental health to family relationships and financial well-being, this year’s Summit addressed every aspect of what it means for officers to stay fit for duty — […]
Honoring Officer Artur Freitas — September 2025 Officer of the Month
Blog Honoring Officer Artur Freitas – Fortville Police Department The Central Indiana Police Foundation, in proud partnership with Lucas Oil Products, is honored to recognize Officer Artur Freitas of the Fortville Police Department as our September 2025 Officer of the Month. Each month, CIPF and Lucas Oil Products celebrate full-time sworn officers who embody teamwork, […]
Honoring Officer Andrew Ballard — August 2025 Officer of the Month
Blog Honoring Officer Andrew Ballard – Mooresville Metropolitan Police Department The Central Indiana Police Foundation, in proud partnership with Lucas Oil Products, is honored to recognize Officer Andrew Ballard of the Mooresville Metropolitan Police Department as our August 2025 Officer of the Month. Each month, CIPF and Lucas Oil Products celebrate officers who exemplify the […]
Prioritizing Officer Wellness: Why the CIPF Wellness Summit Matters
Blog Officer wellness is no longer a “nice to have” — it’s a necessity. Departments across the country are recognizing the importance of supporting their officers’ mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. That’s why the Central Indiana Police Foundation (CIPF) created the Wellness Summit — to bring this important work home, connecting agencies, experts, and […]
Trauma Kits Continue to Save Lives—But More Support Is Urgently Needed
Blog On Tuesday, July 29, an Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) officer was shot at least three times while responding to a call on the city’s west side. In the critical moments that followed, he reached for his trauma kit and applied a tourniquet—ultimately helping save his own life before being rushed to the hospital. […]