Honoring Deputy Sheriff Edward Martinez — 45 Years Later
On November 15, 1980, the Denver Sheriff’s Department and the broader corrections community lost Deputy Sheriff Edward Martinez, a dedicated public servant whose life and career were marked by courage, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to protecting his community. This year marks the 45th anniversary of Deputy Martinez’s line-of-duty death — a solemn milestone that […]
Standing Strong: Supporting Amy Williams
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation’s Catastrophic Assistance Program (CAP) continues to make a difference for correctional professionals facing unexpected hardships. Through this program, CPOF provides direct financial assistance to officers and staff experiencing serious illness, injury, or other personal crises — a reflection of our ongoing commitment to “Taking Care of Our Own.” Recently, Amy […]
Carrying Forward Compassion: Remembering Lt. Kevin Kirby
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation’s Catastrophic Assistance Program (CAP) exists to offer comfort, relief, and tangible support to correctional professionals and their families in times of unimaginable loss. Every card, every note, and every expression of gratitude reminds us that behind each case of assistance is a family navigating heartbreak — and a community standing […]
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 […]
The Honor Behind the Guard – Angela Lujan
My name is Angela Lujan. I am currently the Correctional Peace Officer Foundation (CPOF) Assistant Commander. I became interested in law enforcement as a young adult. While in my senior year of high school, 17 years old, I joined the Army National Guard (ARNG) as a Military Police Officer. After I graduated from high school, […]
Small Acts, Big Impact — How Membership Keeps Hope Alive
A Message from the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation Every act of giving starts with one small choice, the decision to make a difference. For the members of the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF), that choice transforms into something extraordinary: hope for a family facing tragedy, relief for an officer in crisis, and strength for a […]
Honoring Those Who Serve — Behind the Walls and Beyond the Call of Duty
Veterans Day Tribute from the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation Each November, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our nation embody the highest ideals of service. At the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF), this day […]
CPOF Supports FSD IV Tasheva Brown During Recovery
When FSD IV Tasheva Brown of Lee Correctional Institution in South Carolina suffered a workplace injury, her road to recovery proved long and challenging. Tasheva was injured on the job on September 27, 2024, resulting in the need for knee replacement surgery on June 27, 2025. She has been out of work since May, focusing […]
CPOF Assists Sergeant Malcolm Hampton and Family After Devastating House Fire
When tragedy strikes, the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) stands ready to fulfill its mission of Taking Care of Our Own. On September 12, 2025, Sergeant Malcolm Hampton of the Jess Dunn Correctional Center in Oklahoma, along with his family, experienced a life-altering event when a fire destroyed their home, taking with it all of […]
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