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Some of the most meaningful acts of support never happen at a podium or a fundraiser. Sometimes they begin with a box being packed for someone far from home. When members of the Plant City Police Department are called away from Plant City for military service, board member Judy Wise makes sure they know their hometown has not forgotten them. She puts together care packages for PCPD officers serving away from home and sends them a simple but powerful message: the community the

The Friends of the Plant City Police Department Foundation was honored to attend the Plant City Police Department Awards Ceremony on August 18, 2026, celebrating members of PCPD whose service, professionalism, courage, and commitment have made a meaningful difference in Plant City. Held at the Plant City Police Department, the ceremony brought together department leadership, officers, professional staff, families, and community supporters for an important purpose: recognizing

The Plant City Police Department welcomed four new officers during a swearing-in ceremony held on June 18, 2026, marking an exciting day of service, commitment, and community pride. The ceremony recognized Officer Collin Bugg #428, Officer Collin Jennings #429, Officer Kenneth Sikes #430, and Officer Jean-Claude Daoud II #431 as they officially begin their next chapter with the Plant City Police Department. For each officer, the moment represented more than a new role. It rep

The Friends of the Plant City Police Department Foundation is proud to celebrate our founder and chairman, Gary Pike, who was honored by Scouting America with the prestigious Soaring Eagle Award. The recognition was presented during this year’s Scouting America event in Plant City, bringing together local leaders, community partners, families, and supporters of youth development. The event celebrated the lasting impact of Scouting America and the leaders who continue to stren

The Friends of the Plant City Police Department Foundation hosted its 2nd Annual Pickleball Palooza in September 2025, bringing 24 teams together at the Plant City Tennis Courts for a day of friendly competition, fundraising, and community support. From the start, the event reflected what makes Plant City special: people stepping forward, businesses showing up, and the community rallying around a shared purpose. The Foundation is especially grateful to Propagation Whiskey Bar

The Friends of the Plant City Police Department Foundation hosted its 1st Annual Catch Me If You Can 5K, and the inaugural event was a tremendous success, selling out all runner entries and bringing strong community energy to Plant City. The race added a playful law enforcement twist to the traditional 5K format. Participants received a head start before Plant City police officers began their pursuit, creating a lighthearted challenge where runners and walkers tried to make i

The Friends of the Plant City Police Department Foundation proudly welcomed business leaders, community members, supporters, and local officials to its Third Annual Business After Hours on May 28, marking the largest and most successful event in the Foundation's history. After experiencing tremendous growth over the past several years, the event was moved from the Foundation's office to the Plant City Elks Lodge #1727 to accommodate increased attendance and provide a safer, m