About the Saint Paul Police Foundation

The Saint Paul Police Foundation was incorporated in 2005 in Minnesota and is a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations to the Foundation are tax-deductible.

The Foundation was formed to:

• Receive and administer grants and contributions of money or property from individuals, private organizations, and public sources to apply or disburse these contributions for the benefit of the people of Saint Paul by funding, assisting, or undertaking programs and activities to strengthen the Saint Paul Police Department and promote public safety;
• Provide additional safety to its officers and commit to its community focus with the intent to lead to the reduction in crime and provide positive public relations for the Police Department.

The Foundation depends entirely on the generosity of corporations, individuals, foundations and philanthropic organizations for project and operating budgets. It receives no tax-levy dollars for its operations. The Saint Paul Police Department has authorized the Foundation to seek funding from private sources to support police initiatives. The Foundation does not solicit by phone nor provide goods or services in exchange for support.

The Foundation is an independent body governed by a Board of Directors each of whom serves renewable three-year terms and receives no compensation as a Board Member. Officers are elected to one-year terms. The Board of Directors meets a minimum of six (6) times annually. The Executive Committee meets as needed.