Projects Funded
Projects Funded   

The Memphis/Shelby County Law Enforcement Foundation (MSCLEF) has been instrumental in facilitating contributions from private donors, corporations, associations, and community organizations to provide funding that enhances public safety across neighborhoods, businesses, and community spaces.

Blue Light Camera Initiative    

The Foundation’s pilot project was launched in 2010 with the installation of blue light security cameras and radio mesh systems atop Clark Tower. Since then, the Foundation has funded more than 150 camera projects, resulting in more than 330 camera boxes throughout Memphis and Shelby County. Each unit houses multiple surveillance tools, including stationary and pan/tilt/zoom cameras, license plate readers, and gunshot recognition technology.

Key locations include:
Overton Park, Shelby Farms Dog Park, AgriCenter International, Shelby Farms Discovery Park, Court Square, the Greenline, the University of Memphis, YWCA, and over one hundred neighborhoods, streets, and residential areas.

In total, the Foundation has helped place over $2.9 million in surveillance and security camera systems across the community.

Additional Law Enforcement Support     

Beyond technology investments, the MSCLE Foundation provides funding and assistance for a wide range of law enforcement projects and needs across multiple agencies.

Ongoing and Major Initiatives 

  • Memphis Police Department Annual Awards Luncheon (2008–2026): Supported annually for 19 years.
  • Fallen Officers Memorial Project: Partnered with cityCurrent.

    Recent Projects by Year

    2026

    Donated Office Furniture, Equipment & Facility Resources
    The Memphis/Shelby County Law Enforcement Foundation facilitated the donation and distribution of approximately 45,000 square feet of office furniture, equipment, and facility resources, valued at approximately $275,000, to benefit the law enforcement agencies of Memphis and Shelby County.
    These donations provided valuable resources to support agency operations, facilities, training environments, and employee and community needs, while reducing the need to use limited public funds for these essential items.
    Donated items included:
    • Office furniture, desks, tables, and chairs
    • Large cubicles with integrated storage and chairs
    • Storage and filing systems, bookcases, and armoires
    • Conference room and training room tables and chairs
    • Break room tables and chairs
    • Outdoor patio furniture and heaters
    • Sofas and other seating
    • Refrigerators, dishwashers, commercial coolers and ice makers, microwaves, and a commercial stove with double ovens
    • Commercial coffee makers
    • Shelving and storage equipment
    • Paper shredders
    • Printers, copiers, and scanners
    • Flat-screen televisions
    • Dehumidifiers
    • Bulletin boards
    • Pop-up hard-case tents
    • Heavy-duty metal banker boxes
    • Industrial riding floor scrubbers
    • Industrial walk-behind floor scrubbers
    • Mobile floor pressure washer
    • Industrial large push vacuum system
    • Industrial dry-surface tile and grout cleaning system
    Through these donations, the Foundation helped provide the Memphis and Shelby County law enforcement agencies with equipment and resources that strengthen their facilities, enhance operational capabilities, and support their ongoing service to the community.

    2026 MPD 3 Fully equipped Can-Am UTVs $99,546

    2025

    • Memphis Police Department K-9 Unit – Custom Fit Bite Suit for Training ($1,782.50)
    • Memphis Police Department K-9 Unit – Bite Table for Training ($2,950)
    • Germantown Police Department – Drones, Training, Software ($35,711)

      2024

      • Shelby County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team – Drone, Accessories, Rapid Response & Drop Kits ($11,786.50)
      • Bartlett Police Department – 2 Mobile Fingerprint ID Devices with Camera ($5,000)
      • Germantown Police Department – 4 Mobile Fingerprint ID Devices with Cameras ($10,000)
      • Shelby County Sheriff’s Office – SWAT Software Application ($1,134)
      • Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Homeland Security – Drone Package ($4,400)

        2023

        • Collierville Police Department – Continued Education Courses & Guest Speaker ($6,033)
        • Memphis Police Department Training Academy – 50x50 Training Mat ($11,373)
        • Memphis Police Department Training Academy – Gym Equipment: Complete Barbell Set & Racks ($8,862)
        • Bartlett Police Department – 2 StarChase GPS Units with 2-Year Service ($9,999)
        • Shelby County Sheriff’s Office– AgriCenter Security Cameras & Monitors ($25,000)

          2022

          • Collierville Police Department – 2 Enterprise Advanced Thermal Camera Tactical Kits ($15,000)
          • Bartlett Police Department – Multiple Technology Purchases:
            • 2 Mobile Fingerprint ID Devices ($3,750)
            • Electronic Messaging Board with Trailer ($33,368)
            • Advanced Throw Phone Kit with Training ($10,518.75)
            • 2 Drones with Training ($56,835)
            • Berla Mobile Forensic Equipment & Training ($19,735)
            • Additional IP Camera with LPR ($1,747)

            2021

            • Millington Police Department – Watson’s Evidence Module ($4,637.50)
            • Millington Police Department – Personal Bleeding Management Kits ($2,448)
            • Millington Police Department – Laser Shot Simulator ($1,180)
            • Collierville Police Department– Dual Purpose Police K-9 ($10,000)

              2020

              • Millington Police Department – Flock Safety Camera Systems ($12,000)
              • Memphis Police Department – Explosives Disposal Vessel (Donated)

                2019

                • Millington Police Department – Homicide Investigations Training ($3,005)
                • Collierville Police Department – Total Station Equipment ($3,000)
                • Bartlett Police Department – FARO Laser Scanner Training ($9,130)
                • Memphis Police Department – Working Dog ($9,000)

                  2018

                  • Memphis Police Department – Innovative DNA Testing for Cold Cases ($17,500)

                    2017

                    • Memphis Police Department – Investigative Software for Gang Unit ($15,000)

                      2013

                      • Millington Police Department – Server System Replacement ($7,378)

                        2011

                        • Memphis Police Department – Working Dog ($7,000)

                          2010 

                          • Memphis Police Department – Working Dog ($7,000)
                          • Memphis Police Department – Bait Car Project ($7,500 in 2010)
                          Continued Commitment    

                          The MSCLE Foundation remains committed to developing partnerships that strengthen law enforcement capabilities and create safer communities.

                          These initiatives would not be possible without the generous support of private individuals, businesses, and corporate donors.

                          For more information about how the Memphis/Shelby County Law Enforcement Foundation serves our community—or to learn how to partner with us—please reach out and let us know you are ready to assist.