Category: Catastrophic Assistance
CPOF Provides Catastrophic Assistance to JBCC Staff Member
On behalf of the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation, Oklahoma Field Representative Debbie Moore recently presented a catastrophic assistance check to Ramona Guerrant, Secretary V at Jackie Brannon Correctional Center. Ramona’s husband, Eugene “EJ” Guerrant, passed away on July 22, 2025, from pneumonia and COPD complications. The check presentation took place at Jackie Brannon Correctional Center […]
CPOF Provides Catastrophic Assistance to Master Sergeant Sonya Carter
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) recently provided catastrophic assistance to Master Sergeant Sonya Carter, a supporting member from David Wade Correctional Center (Louisiana), after she was displaced from her home due to a fire on July 10, 2025. The fire caused significant damage to the vinyl siding of her front porch, as well as […]
CPOF Assists Family of DJJ Lieutenant Tawaski King
On behalf of the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF), Vanessa O’Donnell had the honor of joining co-representative Rose Williams in presenting a catastrophic assistance check to Mrs. Takelia King, the widow of DJJ Lieutenant Tawaski Kentez King. The presentation took place at Eastman YDC, where they were joined by Mrs. King’s daughter, Takeria, and Mrs. […]
CPOF Provides Catastrophic Assistance to Family of Officer Lavell Sanders, Jr.
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Correctional Officer Lavell Sanders, Jr., who passed away on August 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with stage 4 gastric cancer. Officer Sanders began his state service in November 2018 with the Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) at […]
Supporting Officer Antonio Anderson and His Family
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) exists for one purpose: Taking Care of Our Own. Through our Catastrophic Assistance Program, we step forward to support correctional professionals and their families in times of sudden and overwhelming hardship. Recently, we were called upon to assist Assistant Supervisor of Education (ASOE) Antonio Anderson of FCC Forrest City […]
Taking Care of Our Own: The Bailey Family
In early July 2025, the correctional family in Michigan was struck with heartbreaking news. Correctional Officer Toney Lee Bailey II, serving at Oaks Correctional Facility, passed away suddenly at just 37 years old. Toney, born in Muskegon, Michigan, was known for his vibrant personality, sense of humor, and passion for cooking. Before joining the Michigan […]
Correctional Peace Officers Foundation – Catastrophic Assistance
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation extends our heartfelt condolences to CO Daisy Ruvalcaba of the Hughes Unit on the passing of her husband, Baron Stinson, on August 13, 2025. Baron was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. Born on June 11, 1966, in Korea to Sun and James Stinson, he touched countless […]
When Crisis Hits, Community Steps In
How CPOF’s Catastrophic Assistance Program Helps Families Keep Going When a medical crisis strikes, the bills arrive faster than answers. The Catastrophic Assistance Program exists for these moments—bridging the gap so correctional families can focus on healing, not hardship. “In Their Own Words” “I want to first express my gratitude for the financial donation you […]
CPOF Catastrophic Assistance Program Supports Officer Mike Tijerina
One of the core missions of the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) is to provide direct, meaningful support to correctional professionals in times of personal crisis. Through our Catastrophic Assistance Program, we are able to stand beside members facing sudden medical emergencies, accidents, or other life-altering events—helping to ease the financial burden so they can […]
CPOF Provides Assistance to Teacher Lester Washington After Consecutive House Fires
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) recently had the honor of providing assistance to Teacher Lester Washington of Santa Rosa Correctional Institution (SRCI) in Florida after he endured a devastating and highly unusual tragedy — two house fires in two consecutive days. The first fire occurred on June 24, 2024, followed by a second blaze […]
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