“Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.”
– Christian Nestell Bovee
The San Diego Police Foundation proudly supports America’s finest police department by cultivating positive community engagement and helping fund vital equipment and specialized training that ensures peace and safety for all. The goal of the Police Foundation is simple, yet essential: to create a safer San Diego. That means safety for all who live, work, and play in San Diego. Funded by community contributions since its founding in 1998, the Police Foundation funds crucial equipment, specialized training, and outreach programs vital to creating safer communities. Barbara B. Savaglio is the Women in Blue Executive Cabinet Chair & Executive Committee Board Member.
#1 I grew up in Kenosha, Wisconsin. My mother never judged or tried to change me – she just wanted me to be the best version of myself.
#2 Favorite Travel Destination: Italy. I would like to visit Greece or Ireland.
#3 Best way to decompress: Golf.
#4 Book recommendations: The Frozen River and The Women (My oldest sister served in The US Army in Vietnam).
#5 Favorite movie: “Love, Actually”.
#6 Despite being a fierce competitor in my profession and sports, I am a big softie. I cry during Hallmark commercials.
#7 Bucket list: Playing golf in Ireland.
#8 Giving to my community has helped me to grow, learn, and better understand my place on earth.
#9 I became involved with San Diego Police Foundation when I realized the importance of women in the Police Department (i.e., former Chief Shelly Zimmerman and Assistant Chief Sandra Albrektsen). Once I became involved with the Police Foundation, my connection deepened with Women in Blue, a luncheon that honors female members of the San Diego Police Department. These women inspire me and make me want to do more to help others. I have served as the Executive Cabinet Chair for this event for several years and am honored to serve in this role.
#10 The Women in Blue initiative provides funding for training, mentoring, collaboration, and networking opportunities for rising female leaders in law enforcement. Proceeds from the Women in Blue luncheon propel the mission of the San Diego Police Foundation, which includes support for SDPD’s peer mentoring program, the Women’s Leadership Conference, efforts to recruit more females to the ranks of SDPD, as well as scholarships to empower rising female officers and inspire the next generation of Women in Blue.
San Diego Police Foundation
14th Annual Women in Blue Luncheon
April 22, 2025
11:30 am
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
www.sdpolicefoundation.org
