Paducah Police Foundation

10/13/2026

As we look to the future, there is still important work to be done. One of our upcoming funding priorities is to expand the Department’s wellness program, with a goal of improving the physical, mental, and spiritual health of its officers and support team. Law enforcement is a challenging profession with high-stress situations every day. Supporting their overall wellness helps ensure they can continue serving our community at their best, while also caring for themselves and their families.

To help sustain our mission, please consider the Paducah Police Foundation with your year-end giving. Your donation will help provide the equipment, training, wellness resources, and support that goes beyond the Department's regular budget. There is no amount too small or large. You can donate online today: https://paducahpolicefoundation.org/donate-today.html

10/12/2026

Thank you, K-9 Bary, for your dedicated service to our community! Enjoy your well-deserved retirement! In 2021, the Paducah Police Foundation paid for K-9 Bary and his training. At the time, K-9 Bary was the second K-9 that the Foundation purchased for the Department. Since then, the Foundation has raised funds for two additional K-9s and their training.

08/27/2026

Amazing work and a shining example of our Paducah Police Department going above and beyond!

08/12/2026

Thank you for your service, Sgt. Hudson! You are missed!

Today we’re thinking of Sergeant Ryan Hudson on the first anniversary of his passing.

Sergeant Hudson showed a strong commitment to service from the very start of his career. He quickly became known as a knowledgeable, patient, and brave officer. Sergeant Hudson’s loss has left a lasting impact on the Paducah Police Department and the community he served with honor, integrity, and distinction.

Ryan, we miss you every day, but you remain with us through our stories and memories.

07/29/2026

We're proud to share the Paducah Police Department Kentucky's 2025 Annual Report, highlighting the accomplishments, community engagement, and statistics that shaped the past year. We invite the community to explore this 28-page report and learn more about how the department is working to keep Paducah safe.

Read the full report and previous reports: paducahky.gov/pd-annual-report

Read the report to find
• A message from Police Chief Brian Laird.
• Department employees, promotions, retirements, and achievements.
• Community engagement initiatives.
• Recruiting and training.
• Crime statistics.
• Traffic analysis.
• Operations and Support Services divisions summaries.
• Much more!

07/27/2026

Have you seen the Paducah Police Department's 2025 Annual Report? Take some time to read about all of the department's accomplishments, statistics, and community initiatives last year, including our Foundation featured on page 3!

07/10/2026

The Foundation was happy to support the Department's recent Coffee With A Cop event - such a great community engagement opportunity!

07/10/2026

Happy birthday to K-9 Bary!!! The Foundation is proud to have provided the financial support to purchase Bary back in 2021.

06/16/2026

We hope to see you tomorrow!

Join the Paducah Police Department for Coffee with a Cop Tomorrow on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Piper’s Coffee & Tea.

This is an opportunity to meet with officers in a relaxed setting, ask questions, share concerns, discuss issues affecting our community, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee and conversation.

We look forward to seeing you on June 17 at 3100 Broadway. Stop by, say hello, and connect with your Paducah Police Department

06/09/2026

The Paducah Police Foundation is excited to help support this event! Join many of our board members next week at Piper's for Coffee With A Cop!

Join the Paducah Police Department for Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Piper’s Coffee & Tea.

This is an opportunity to meet with officers in a relaxed setting, ask questions, share concerns, discuss issues affecting our community, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee and conversation.

We look forward to seeing you on June 17 at 3100 Broadway. Stop by, say hello, and connect with your Paducah Police Department