Category: Catastrophic Assistance
Correctional Officer Uduak Asukwo Faces Long Recovery Following Multiple Surgeries
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is asking for your support for Correctional Officer Uduak Asukwo of Neuse Correctional Institution in North Carolina as she continues to recover from a serious medical condition that has left her unable to return to work. Officer Asukwo was diagnosed with a pelvic tumor and has undergone two surgeries as […]
CPOF Assists Colorado Correctional Officer Facing Ongoing Medical Challenges
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation recently provided catastrophic assistance to Correctional Officer Justin Ward of Cañon Minimum Centers in Colorado as he continues to face significant medical challenges and an uncertain recovery. Officer Ward’s medical journey began on January 14, 2025, when he underwent major abdominal surgery. Due to complications following the procedure, he remained […]
CPOF Assists Colorado Sergeant Following Serious Vehicle Collision
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation recently provided catastrophic assistance to Sergeant Tommie Keeler of Fremont Correctional Facility in Colorado following a devastating vehicle collision that left her with extensive injuries and a long road to recovery. On May 5, 2026, Sgt. Keeler was involved in a head-on collision that resulted in life-threatening injuries. Due to […]
CPOF Assists Colorado Corrections Family During Infant Medical Crisis
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation recently provided catastrophic assistance to the family of Kylie Zavala as they navigate an unimaginable medical crisis involving their newborn son, Gabriel. Kylie has deep roots within the Colorado corrections community. Her grandmother, Jodi Brown, serves as a Lieutenant at Cañon Minimum Center, her aunt, Courtney Stice, serves as a […]
CPOF Assists Missouri Corrections Officer Following Devastating House Fire
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation recently provided catastrophic assistance to Corrections Officer Cheyenne Vire of Chillicothe Correctional Center in Missouri following a devastating house fire that occurred on April 21, 2026. The fire resulted in the loss of Officer Vire’s home and all of her personal belongings, creating an unexpected hardship and leaving her family […]
CPOF Provides Assistance to the Family of Officer Kimberly King
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation recently provided a gift of assistance to Eddie King and his family following the tragic and heartbreaking loss of Officer Kimberly King. On April 25, 2026, Officer Kimberly King was struck by a truck while walking along a highway with her grandchild. In an act of incredible courage and selflessness, […]
Standing with the Johnson Family
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation recently provided bereavement assistance to Timothy Johnson following the tragic loss of his wife, Veronica Johnson, who passed away unexpectedly from a brain aneurysm on April 12, 2026. After receiving a referral from Assistant Warden Shelley Bearden and Jim Freeman, the Foundation worked directly with the funeral home and Timothy […]
Recognition of Award of Assistance Presented at Metro Reentry Facility
On May 7, at the Metro Reentry Facility in Atlanta, Field Representative Vanessa Hester-O’Donnell of the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation proudly presented an award of assistance to Officer Jubril Arogundade. The award was provided to help alleviate expenses associated with Officer Arogundade’s recent lengthy illness and to remind him that the correctional family stands beside […]
Honoring the Life and Service of Unit Manager Joshua Crabtree
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is honored to recognize the life, service, and legacy of Unit Manager Joshua Lee Crabtree of Mack Alford Correctional Center. Joshua passed away on March 17, 2026, at the age of 39, after a courageous battle with Stage 4 colon cancer that had metastasized to his liver. Throughout his illness, […]
Honoring Gabrielle Lewis: Standing with Officer William Lewis and His Family
At the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation, our mission of Taking Care of Our Own extends beyond the walls of our facilities and into the lives of the families who stand behind those who serve. It is with heavy hearts that we share the story of Corrections Officer I William Lewis of the Ozark Corrections Center, […]
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