PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES

A community-police program bridging the gap between our officers and the community they serve. Officers refer the children from the community to have a fun shopping excursion during the holiday season.

These are not new, but new to WICHITA. The WFD recently purchased a tested medication for smoke victims. This injectable shot could be administered to a firefighter or to a community member. This medication is referred to as Cyanokits and has a documented success rate for someone who is overcome after smoke inhalation. Cyanokits works by removing cyanide gas from the blood system of the patient. WFD has made an initial purchase and currently has a small supply. The sustainability and replenishment of these kits need to have provisional funds available when the need arises. Every Battalion Chief vehicle currently has a Cyanokit contained as when a call is issued, the Wichita Fire Department always proceeds with the understanding and the presumption that someone is at risk at every fire.

Exceeding expectations of the call of duty to protect and serve – our officers show random acts of kindness for families in need throughout the entire year.

Training for fire behavior. With recruitment classes, Truck Academy, drill cycles and scheduled station training they need 7/16” plywood and consumables.

To increase the safety of officers and the community, a tool kit is provided in each of the patrol cars for non verbal persons to hep communicate more effectively.

Two EKG Machines expire this upcoming year. Replacements for the Stryker-Physio Control LifePak 15 V4 Monitor/Defibrillator are needed.

With repeated vandalism of the park area and to the cherished items displayed the cameras will allow visibility so that the culprits can be held accountable for their actions. Donate and add a DEDICATION to your online contribution to VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK CAMERA EXPANSION.

The Mounted Unit is composed of commission members of the Wichita Police Department. They are activated by special order, often in Old Town, to assist with crowd control.

Meet Stewie - WPD's own therapy dog! Stewie and his handler focus on de-escalation, juveniles in crisis, mental health, intense and traumatic call intervention, officer wellness, school outreach, and more.

All proceeds from the coins will go to the WPD Mounted Unit to fill gaps in the city budget to ensure officers have the resources and equipment they need.

Help us back the Red and the Blue by becoming a member of the Red & Blue Crew. Your yearly membership gets you a membership card, quarterly email, window decal, select invitations to events, and more!

Every new electric bikes will enable the WPD to increase positive connections between Wichita’s police officers and citizens and assist in combating crime.

Ty Voth, age 27, a second-generation firefighter was the dedicated brave hero that lost his life August 1, 2024. On behalf of the family, they would like to thank the Wichita Fire Department for their support and compassion during this difficult time. The Ty Voth Memorial Fund c/o Wichita Police and Fire Foundation, will go directly to the Wichita Fire Department at the family’s’ request. Donate and add a DEDICATION to your online contribution to THE TY VOTH MEMORIAL FUND.