Golfing With the LAPD and Celebs

The Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation (LAPMF) will hold its 40th annual fundraiser Saturday to benefit the families of officers killed or injured in the line of duty.

Alice Sturdy of the LAPMF said the foundation pays for the funerals of officers killed in the line of duty, and puts their children through college, as well as paying for counseling services. In addition, it helps officers who are injured or experiencing long-term illnesses.

The golf tournament, which is being organized by the LAPD's North Hollywood Divivsion, is set to take place Saturday at the Trump National Golf Course in Rancho Palos Verdes. Gates open at 8 a.m. The opening ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m., and golfers tee off at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased on event day or online by clicking here.

Sturdy said that the foundation hopes to raise about $350,000. Golfers pay $3,500 to compete. The event is open to the public: Tickets cost $5 for adults, and it's free for children under 12.

"Every year, we have approximately 130 to 140 people golfing," said Sturdy. "Each foursome consists of a celebrity, two paying sponsors and a police officer from the LAPD."

Celebrities slated to attend include Luke Wilson (Legally Blonde, Charlie's Angels), Erik Estrada (Blind Sight, CHiPs), Ashley Edner (Hanna's Gold, Weeds,) and many more. Click here for a full list.

The opening ceremony will include the color guard and bagpipes to honor fallen officers, Sturdy said. There will be seven gourmet food trucks, as well as children's entertainment, including pony rides, a petting zoo and clowns to provide balloon animals and face painting, she said. After the tournament ends, a live auction and awards banquet will be held to celebrate the golfing achievements of the day.

The LAPD Memorial Foundation Police Officer and Celebrity Golf Tournament, Saturday, Trump National Golf Club, Rancho Palos Verdes. For more information, contact the Memorial Foundation: 213-847-4239, or visit its website by clicking here.