August 17, 2021
The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), founded over 100 years ago in 1915, is the largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers in the United States. With a proud tradition of officers representing officers, the FOP is also the most respected and most recognized police organization in the country. Additionally, the Illinois FOP is the second largest State Lodge, proudly representing over 33,000 active duty and retired police officers – more than 10 percent of all FOP members nationwide.
Chartered in 1963, is run by a highly dedicated Board of Trustees and staff
Legal defense, peer support, education scholarships, education, training and more
Sponsorship support truly strengthens and encourages those it reaches.
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AK) is interrupted by Chairman and Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) during questioning of Kristen Clarke and Todd Kim. Both of them are nominees to be Assistant Attorney
Everyone in Chicago has now heard about this case where a 13-year old boy was shot by the police. The media is claiming he was “unarmed” but this is a
This episode of the “Facts Matter Moments” Podcast features special guest Chris Southwood. Chris Southwood is the President of the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police will be discussing hiring police
2021 meeting schedule & Agenda’s (when available) for the Police Pension Investment Fund.
You are not alone. If you or an officer you know needs assistance, we are here to help. The Critical Incident Support Team (CIST) is a service of the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police. We here to assist our fellow law enforcement officers in need.
The police are under attack. Help us fight back. Illinois House Bill 3653 was designed to undermine Law Enforcement’s ability to protect public safety. This motivated the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police to prioritize a Political Action Committee. We continue to work for you, but now we need your help.
The Purpose of the Disaster Response Unit is to provide responses to Illinois FOP members, police officers, and their families during times of disaster. Additionally, we intend to provide physical support in temporary repair of their homes and recovery of their property, as well as provide communication services to other family members and counseling services as needed. Feeding officers in need during a disaster will also be possible in many cases.
Providing police shoot – don’t shoot simulation opportunities to the public and to key community leaders! Project Blue Life – simulating shooting scenarios, complete with video simulators, safe weapons, and also experienced instructors.
New for 2020, the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Foundation Challenge Coins. The cost is $10.00 each or free with a purchase of Gentleman Jack. ALL PROCEEDS also go to the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Foundation, a 501-C-3 organization.
Every day, men and women across this state, and country, put on a uniform. They put on a utility belt. And they put on a bulletproof vest. In the current climate of our nation, that is the most essential thing that that man or woman owns. Above all, they step out the door and they just don’t know if they will be returning to it at the end of their shift.
The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Foundation is a non for profit 501-C-3 tax-deductible organization that was established in January 2018 to help FOP officers families in Illinois that have died in the line of duty. Click on the link below to make a donation.
Paypal – ilfopfoundation@gmail.com or mail a check to IL FOP Foundation C/O IL FOP State Lodge 4341 Acer Grove Drive, Suite B, Springfield, IL 62711-6344
Join more than 33,000 full-time, sworn law enforcement professionals who live or work in the state of Illinois.