LAPD Partners with The Sunshine Kids for an Unforgettable Experience NA25078ti

WHAT:
The Department is partnering with the Sunshine Kids Foundation for positive group experiences.

WHEN:
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Honorary Badging Ceremony
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. After Ceremony Lunch and Activities

WHERE:
LAPD Elysian Park Academy – Track and Field
1880 Academy Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90012

WHO:
LAPD Police Chief Jim McDonnell
(27) Children from the Sunshine Kids Foundation

DETAILS:
For 19 years, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has partnered with the Sunshine Kids Foundation to organize a special event for children battling cancer. During the event, the LAPD will be inducting the Foundation kids as honorary LAPD Officers, with around 45 active and mostly Reserve Police Officers attending the ceremony. The LAPD Airship helicopter will also conduct a flyover to congratulate the kids

About the Sunshine Kids Foundation:
Established in 1982, the Foundation is a national non-profit organization supporting children with cancer. The Foundation supports young cancer patients with emotional aid and activities in North American hospitals. The Foundation brings positivity and joy to children during difficult times through various programs and events. Contact: Laura Mazariegos, Event Manager, laura@sunshinekids.org.

Media Credentials:
Event Media Credentials will be required to cover one or both activities and locations.

Please contact:
Jennifer Wisler
Sunshine Kids Foundation jennifer@sunshinekids.org
(281) 787-1207

CONTACT:
For more information, please call Senior Lead Officer Joseph Orlanes, Community Relations Section, Office of Operations, at (213) 486-6014. You may also call LAPD Media Relations Section, Public Communications Group, at (213) 486-5910.