Category: News
In Memory of Former Field Representative Sarah Louise Haynes
It is with profound sadness that the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation announces the passing of Sarah Louise Haynes, a former Field Representative and devoted mother of Correctional Case Manager Bonita Haynes, who was tragically killed in the line of duty on August 6, 1996, and honored at PROJECT in 1997. Many within the CPOF family […]
What It Means to Be a Correctional Family at Christmas
Honoring the unseen strength of those who serve. For many families, Christmas morning begins with laughter, warmth, and traditions that come around only once a year. But for thousands of correctional officers and staff across the nation, Christmas looks very different. While most of the world wakes up to stockings, wrapping paper, and holiday meals, […]
CPOF Holiday Office Closures
As the holiday season approaches, the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation extends our warmest wishes to our members, supporters, correctional staff, and their families across the nation. This time of year reminds us how grateful we are for the strength, unity, and dedication of the corrections community. To help you plan ahead, please note our upcoming […]
Honoring a Legacy of Service: Rose Williams Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
On November 6, 2025, the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) and the Georgia Board of Corrections came together to recognize one of their most respected leaders, Ms. Rose Williams, for her extraordinary 51 years of service to the corrections profession. Ms. Williams’ remarkable career includes 34 years of dedicated service to the GDC, followed by […]
From Service to Stewardship: Veteran Correctional Professionals Leading a National Effort of Care
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) has always stood for one simple but powerful promise: Taking Care of Our Own. That promise is kept every day by the dedicated network of Senior Field Representatives, Field Representatives, and volunteers who work tirelessly across the country to serve the correctional family. At the forefront of this effort […]
CPOF Leadership Training Week Concludes with Folsom State Prison Tour
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation recently concluded a successful Leadership Training Week in California, bringing together members of our senior leadership and field representative teams from across the nation. Throughout the week, participants engaged in collaborative workshops and strategy sessions designed to strengthen communication, enhance outreach efforts, and further CPOF’s mission of Taking Care of […]
CPOF Represented at Georgia Department of Corrections Employees’ Mental Health Day
CPOF Field Representatives Rose Williams and Vanessa O’Donnell proudly represented the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation at the recent Georgia Department of Corrections Employees’ Mental Health Day. This important event brought together correctional professionals from across the state to focus on wellness, mental health awareness, and peer support within the correctional environment. Rose and Vanessa engaged […]
CPOF Board of Directors Announces Historic Leadership Changes
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) proudly announces several significant updates to its Board of Directors, marking a historic moment in the organization’s leadership. These appointments, voted in by the Board, reflect CPOF’s continued growth, national representation, and unwavering commitment to “Taking Care of Our Own.” Chevi Amrein Elected Chairman of the Board CPOF is […]
The Story of Challenge Coins: Tradition, Honor, and Brotherhood
A Legacy Born in Service The tradition of the challenge coin is believed to date back to World War I. According to one of the most widely shared stories, a wealthy officer had bronze medallions struck with his unit’s insignia and presented them to his men as a sign of unity. One soldier carried his […]
What “End of Watch” Means
In law enforcement and corrections, the phrase End of Watch (EOW) is used to mark the day an officer has fallen in the line of duty. It is more than a date. It is a solemn reminder of sacrifice, of service given to the very end, and of a life dedicated to protecting others. EOW […]