Scoops for MIPD fundraiser set for Aug. 22

Published 6:30 pm Thursday, August 13, 2026

It was something that Mercer Island Police Department (MIPD) officers said at a community potluck that resonated with Gloria Go.

While the officers attended the event at the Mercer Island United Methodist Church, Go said they discussed with Islanders about making a positive impact in their community.

Supporting the police officers stuck in her mind and Go — a rising Mercer Island High School junior — will host a Scoops for MIPD ice cream event and fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 22 at the aforementioned church where her father, John, is the pastor. It is located at 7070 SE 24th St. and the event will take place in the back lot.

“I was thinking of other ways we could give back to the people that help keep our community safe. Alongside trying to stay as safe as possible myself, I thought it was important to do something that directly helped the police who are always helping us,” Gloria said. “And most importantly, I wanted to create a space for community members to not only support the police, but also ask any questions and raise any concerns they may have. Plus, everyone loves ice cream.”

All proceeds from the event will go to the North Sound Police Foundation, which is based in Mill Creek and serves that city’s police department along with agencies on Mercer Island and in Lake Forest Park, Lake Stevens, Issaquah and Medina.

“What began as support for a single K9 program evolved into a broader commitment to strengthening law enforcement and community partnerships,” reads the foundation’s website.

The fundraiser will feature fun games and activities for kids and families along with ice cream and raffle tickets being sold, said Gloria, adding that the raffle tickets are for a chance to win a MIPD Marine Patrol ride-along.

MIPD Commander Jeff Magnan said they are happy to support Gloria’s efforts and have an officer and patrol vehicle present at the event as calls for service and staffing allow.

“We appreciate seeing young people take the initiative to become involved in their community, and we are glad to participate in a way that gives families an opportunity to interact with our officers and learn more about the work of the police department,” Magnan said.