Category: News
Correctional Peace Officers Foundation at ACA Conference
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) was proud to participate in the American Correctional Association (ACA) Conference, showcasing our ongoing commitment to fallen correctional professionals and their families. Our booth in the exhibit hall served as a strong reminder of our mission, featuring a meaningful display that included a mini wall from this year’s Project […]
CPOF at CCPOA’s 49th Annual Convention
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) was honored to attend the California Correctional Peace Officers Association’s (CCPOA) 49th Annual Convention, an event that not only brought together correctional professionals from across the state, but also celebrated decades of shared history, resilience, and growth. A History of Shared Purpose Since its founding in 1984, CPOF has […]
CPOF Welcomes Patrick Gallaway as Our Newest National Director
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to announce that Patrick Gallaway of New York has been selected as the newest National Director on our Board of Directors. Patrick’s decades of dedication to the corrections profession, his leadership within the honor guard community, and his commitment to preserving the history of the profession make him […]
Standing Together Through Difficult Times
This past week has been an especially heavy one for our correctional family. Across the country, we have felt the weight of multiple tragedies — the loss of officers killed in the line of duty, the pain of those who have suffered violent assaults while serving, and the grief over colleagues taken too soon by […]
Honoring the Vision, Upholding the Legacy: A Tribute to the Builders of CPOF
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation was not born in a boardroom, but in breakrooms, garages, kitchen tables, and after-hours conversations between visionaries who believed in something bigger than themselves. Our founding fathers—correctional professionals working full-time jobs—poured their time, hearts, and hope into building something this profession had never seen: a national Foundation dedicated to Taking […]
The Sacred Vigil: Understanding Honor Watch in Law Enforcement
In the solemn traditions of law enforcement, few acts carry as much reverence as the Honor Watch. This sacred vigil is a time-honored custom performed by law enforcement honor guard teams to pay tribute to officers who have died in the line of duty. It is a visual and powerful symbol of unwavering respect, brotherhood, […]
Supporting Your Well‑Being on the Line: Practical Tips for Correctional Staff
Working on the front lines of corrections brings unique pressures: long hours, high-stress situations, and limited control over policy decisions. While you may not set agency direction, there are meaningful steps you can take to protect your health, grow your skills, and stay connected to the support you deserve. 1. Prioritize Small Daily Habits Micro‑breaks […]
The Importance of Family Preparedness and Staying Connected in Retirement
Every correctional professional understands the value of discipline, vigilance, and planning. Yet, it’s easy to focus on the demands of the job and overlook one of the most critical aspects of long-term well‑being: ensuring your family is prepared for life’s unexpected challenges, and that you remain connected to a supportive community once you retire. At […]
When One Serves, the Whole Family Serves
Recognizing the Unseen Strength of Correctional Families When a Correctional Officer puts on the uniform each day, they are not the only ones who serve. Behind every brave man or woman walking the tiers or monitoring the yard is a family who also shoulders the weight of that service. Spouses hold down the fort during […]
Standing Watch on the Fourth: Honoring Corrections on Independence Day
As fireworks light up the night sky and families gather for barbecues, parades, and patriotic celebrations, there is a group of Americans who observe Independence Day not from their backyards or picnic blankets—but from their posts inside prison walls. For correctional officers and staff across the nation, the Fourth of July is not always a […]
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