About Us

The New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation (NOPJF) is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the people and processes of the criminal justice system in New Orleans, Louisiana. Originally founded in 1995 as the New Orleans Police Foundation, the organization was established to enhance the operations and capacities of the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD). In 2003, the Foundation expanded its role to include other elements of the New Orleans criminal justice system. To reflect this wider scope of service, the organization’s name was officially changed to the New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation in March of 2006.

A significant role of NOPJF not foreseen at its inception was reconstruction of the New Orleans criminal justice system following Hurricane Katrina. The storm’s impact on the New Orleans criminal justice system was profound — both the physical and human infrastructure of the justice community were severely compromised. The NOPJF has been a key factor in restoring law enforcement capacities in New Orleans post-Katrina.

Since Katrina, three goals have defined the NOPJF strategic vision of restoring faith in the Orleans Parish Justice System:

• Retain and restore essential human capital
• Rebuild and restore critical infrastructure
• Improve operational effectiveness and efficiency

In addition to NOPJF staff, volunteers who participate in NOPJF fundraising activities and those who serve on the NOPJF board make an invaluable and essential contribution to the Foundation. The Foundation’s Board of Directors includes a cross-section of New Orleans citizens involved in business, tourism, religious practice, and other endeavors within the community. NOPJF activities are funded through grants and private contributions, from organizations and individuals alike. For those interested in a more public role supporting NOPJF activities, sponsorship opportunities are available for NOPJF fundraisers and programs. Financial contributions to the NOPJF are fully tax-deductible, and the Foundation is registered with the charitable-giving information resource GuideStar.org

The New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation Mission

The New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation is dedicated to improving the criminal justice system in Orleans Parish through partnerships with a special focus on the New Orleans Police Department. The Foundation supports the quality of life and professional growth of those courageous men and women who have sworn to defend our community and secure justice through the rule of law. The fundamental goal of the Foundation is to make New Orleans a safer place to live, work and visit.

The NOPJF Strategy

Increase competency and productivity throughout the criminal justice system in Orleans Parish

New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation

400 Poydras Street, Suite 2105 • New Orleans, LA 70130
504-558-9944