AT&T awarded a $52,000 community investment to the Wichita Police and Fire Foundation as part of AT&T’s commitment to supporting front line first responders who keep our communities safe.
The Wichita Police and Fire Foundation plans to use the investment to support the essential and evolving needs of the Wichita Police and Wichita Fire departments.
Wichita Mayor Lily Wu participated in a special event announcing the investment at the Wichita Police Department Sub-Station Patrol East, which also included representatives from the Wichita police and fire departments and other guests.
AT&T has a longstanding history supporting public safety. As public safety’s partner with FirstNet®, Built with AT&T – the only wireless network built with and for America’s first responders – we’ll continue to deliver the reliable connectivity first responders depend on to serve their communities.
What they’re saying:
“Public safety is the foundation of a strong city. Every day, our police officers, firefighters, and first responders show up for Wichita with professionalism and courage. This investment from AT&T strengthens that work by providing resources that help them serve our community even more effectively.” – Wichita Mayor Lily Wu
“The Wichita Fire Department is deeply grateful to AT&T for their generous investment in the Wichita Police and Fire Foundation. This contribution provides meaningful support for initiatives that enhance our ability to serve the community and care for our members. Partnerships like this make a lasting difference, and we sincerely appreciate AT&T’s commitment to public safety in Wichita.” - Wichita Fire Chief Tammy Snow
“We’re grateful to AT&T for stepping up to support the Wichita Police and Fire Foundation. Donations like this truly make a difference, not just for our department, but for the people we serve every day. This donation reflects a shared commitment to the Wichita community, and we’re thankful for AT&T’s willingness to stand alongside our officers, helping them serve our citizens and achieve our goals.” — Wichita Police Chief Joe Sullivan
“This generosity of spirit reflects a shared commitment that has strengthened our community’s support of the frontline first responders of the WPD and WFD. This investment is both meaningful and impactful for their evolving needs as additional resources needed become identified. We are grateful for our continued partnership with AT&T.” - Amy George Lumry, Executive Director, Wichita Police and Fire Foundation
“Supporting the people who protect our communities is important to all of us at AT&T. Our public safety personnel and the organizations that stand beside them serve with courage, compassion and commitment every day. We’re proud to support their work and grateful for all they do to help keep Wichita’s families, neighborhoods and businesses safe.” - Darin Miller, state vice president, AT&T Kansas
Learn more about AT&T in Kansas at kansas.att.com.