Wake Forest, NC

D.A.R.E. PROGRAM
The Wake Forest Police Department's D.A.R.E. program teaches kids to make healthy decisions regarding drugs. The police department hosts an annual carnival to raise money to provide the D.A.R.E. program with resources to provide graduating students with a certificate, a T-shirt and other awards. The program is offered to elementary and middle schools, grades 5 and 8, as well as teaching courses to grades K-4.

Officer Scott Graham is the Wake Forest Police Department's D.A.R.E. Instructor. He can be reached at (919) 554-6150 or by email at sgraham@wakeforestnc.gov.

SHOP WITH A COP
The Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD) raises money during the year to provide a joyous Christmas to underprivileged children. Members of the police department "partner" with the the children and accompany them to Wal-Mart, where each child is given over $150 to spend on anything he or she desires. Each child is also given a winter coat. The children then enjoy a pizza party at the Wake Forest Police Department. Money is raised during the year from several fundraisers such as concession sales at the yearly Wake Forest Hoops three-on-three basketball tournament and a raffle at the "Fourth of July" celebration.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS
The Wake Forest Police Department is a proud sponsor of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. The department raises funds through donations, events and the sale of Torch Run merchandise such as t-shirts and hats. The WFPD believes Special Olympics North Carolina is a worthy cause and has proudly participated in this fundraiser for over seven years. All monies raised by the department are donated directly to the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is Special Olympics' largest grass-roots fundraiser and public awareness vehicle. In 2004, the Law Enforcement Torch Run raised more than $20.5 million for Special Olympics Programs around the world. The funds raised allow Special Olympics North Carolina to provide year-round sports training and competition for more than 37,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities in communities throughout the state. It is one of the largest Special Olympics programs in the world in terms of athlete participation.

POLICE CHAPLAINS
The WFPD has two police chaplains, Sergeant Richard Brown and Officer Mike Lawson. The chaplains are available 24 hours a day to assist officers and members of the community during and after any critical incident.

CHILD ID PROGRAM
The WFPD makes child identification cards for children. The police department has specific times during the year that this service is offered.

COMMUNITY RESPONSE TEAM
The Community Response Team recently traveled to several cities in Mississippi to assist the victims of Hurricane Katrina. The team worked hard to make a difference in this devastated area and touched the lives of many people.

"TOURNAMENT FOR THE KIDS" - ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
The Wake Forest Police Department hosts an annual golf tournament the first Monday in October. The tournament is held at Brevofield Golf Links on Camp Kanata Rd. just outside of Wake Forest. All proceeds from the tournament go toward supporting Wake Forest youth through programs such as sponsoring children's baseball teams in the Wake Forest Parks and Recreation League and providing give aways at annual events such as Meet in the Street and the National Night Out. The tournament is a super-ball tournament comprised of four-man teams. The entry fee of $240.00 per team includes greens fees, cart fees, lunch and a dinner at the end of play. Each participant is eligible for door prizes during the event. Most of the door prizes have been donated by local businesses.

For more information and registration information please contact Deputy Chief Jeff Leonard at (919) 554-6157.

CONTACT INFORMATION
225 South Taylor St., off of South Brooks St.*
Wake Forest, NC 27587-2932
TEL (919) 554-6150
FAX (919) 554-1017
EMERGENCIES 556-9111

* PLEASE NOTE: Taylor Street is currently under construction. The Wake Forest Police Department is located just off of South Brooks Street. Please follow the signs.

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Tip Line
The Wake Forest Police Department wants your help solving crime. The need for assistance from people in the community is crucial in identifying and arresting criminals. The tip line is an effective way that citizens can be involved in solving crime and remain confidential. We can use the information you provide to help fight crime and protect our community. With the help of everyone we can make our community a safe place. If you have any information, please contact (919) 554-6162 .

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