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CPOF Participates in Mental Health Awareness Fun Run at DSH-Coalinga

The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation was honored to participate in the recent Mental Health Awareness Fun Run hosted at the Department of State Hospitals-Coalinga (DSH-Coalinga) in California. Representing CPOF at the event were Volunteer California Field Representative Carey Mendiboure, volunteer John Mendiboure, Board Chair Chevi Amrein, and Membership and Marketing Manager Denise Miller. The event […]

25 Years Later – Honoring the Memory of Corrections Officer Gregory Guy Collins

End of Watch – June 4, 2001 Today, we remember Corrections Officer Gregory Guy Collins of the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services – Division of Correction on the anniversary of his End of Watch. More than two decades later, his service, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting others continue to be honored and […]

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, […]

Honoring the Legacy of Agriculture Specialist III Michael A. Jensen

15 Years Later EOW: June 2, 2011 This year marks the 15th anniversary of the passing of Agriculture Specialist III Michael “Mike” Alan Jensen of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Though time has passed, Mike’s legacy of service, hard work, faith, and dedication to others continues to be remembered by those who knew and […]

Correctional Peace Officers Foundation Announces Rachel Lee as Executive Director

The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Rachel Lee as Executive Director of the Foundation. For many within the corrections community, Rachel Lee is already a familiar and trusted face. Having dedicated many years of service to CPOF, Rachel has played an instrumental role in the organization’s growth, operations, and […]

CPOF Stands with Survivors and Families During National Police Week Events

During National Police Week 2026, representatives of the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation traveled to Washington, D.C., to stand alongside surviving families, correctional professionals, and members of the law enforcement community during several events hosted in partnership with Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) and the Police Unity Tour. Throughout the week, CPOF staff, board members, National […]

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 […]

Correctional Program Administrator Kenneth E. Conant, 55 years later

Today, we honor the life, service, and sacrifice of Correctional Program Administrator Kenneth E. Conant, who was killed in the line of duty on May 19, 1971, at the age of 49. Administrator Conant dedicated 20 years of service to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, spending two decades serving within one of the […]

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, […]

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