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.
Each year, the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police awards $9,000 in scholarships to college students whose parents are members in good standing. We have selected the winners of this year’s 2020 Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Scholarship.
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.
COVID-19 has caused the cancelation of the solumn Illinois Police Officers Memorial and FOP members and their families need our support more than ever at this time. Any donation $25 or more is eligible to win a Samsung 65″ Class – LED – NU6900-2160p-Smart4K UHD TV with HDR. Donations of Any Size Are Welcome
When – October 1, 2020 (Virtual Drawing)
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.
Fear is no way to create change. You can help your neighborhood and community by assisting police and calling for more training, equipment, and manpower to take on the challenge
