Community Outreach

The Community Outreach Unit provides different programs that many can join to learn more about their police department and how they can help prevent crime in their own neighborhoods. Below you'll find programs and activities that are available at the Waco Police Department.

National Night Out Police Visits

06 Oct 2026 Waco Police officers and personnel will be visiting registered National Night Out events around the City.

National Night Out (NNO) is designed to allow neighbors to join together and present a unified force in the fight against crime in the community by hosting or attending block parties, group parties, or your Neighborhood Association meetings. Parties can include games, decorations, food, drink

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Police Chaplains

Police Chaplains are here for our Waco Police Department and community. They attend events and work one on one with officers and professional staff, providing support and prayer.

Waco PD Events Calendar

Welcome to our Police Community Events Calendar. Here you will find scheduled events hosted by the Waco Police Department alongside our partnering agencies, and organizations.

At the Waco Police Department we are using the power of connection to build TRUST.

Police Explorers

Law Enforcement Explorer posts help youth to gain insight into a variety of programs that offer hands-on career activities.

Citizens Police Academy

This program is designed to give citizens a working knowledge of the Waco Police Department and raises citizens awareness.

Junior Police Academy

The Waco Police Department is looking for young adults who have a desire to one day becoming part of the Honored Blue Line.

Police Internships

The Waco Police Department offers a robust Criminal Justice Internship Program designed to expose college students to the diverse facets of a career in law enforcement. This competitive program provides insight into departmental operations, preparing students for a rewarding career in public safety.

Police Activities League

To connect law enforcement with next-generation leaders to positively impact lives and our community through developing effective avenues of sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth.