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The Fraternal Order of Police is the world’s largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers. Additionally, there are more than 354,000 members in more than 2,100 lodges. We aim to improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement, and employee representation. No one knows the dangers and the difficulties faced by today’s police officers better than another officer. However, no one knows police officers better than the FOP.
The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), founded over 100 years ago in 1915. It is the largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers in the United States. With a proud tradition of officers representing officers, the FOP is the most respected and most recognized police organization in the country. The Illinois FOP is also the second-largest State Lodge. We proudly represent over 33,000 active duty and retired police officers – more than 10 percent of all FOP members nationwide.
The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police holds events monthly and annually. Join us for Board of Trustee Meetings, Board Meetings and Community Events.
IL FOP Members,
We are excited to invite all Executive Board members and those considering running for a position to our upcoming Secretary/Treasurer training session. This is a valuable opportunity to gain insights and knowledge essential for effectively managing your lodge.
Training Details:
During this training, our Office Manager, State Lodge President, Secretary, and Treasurer will cover:
Additionally, we are honored to have Kim Cessna from Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) speak about handling line-of-duty deaths, a crucial topic for our community.
If you are interested in attending, please reserve your spot by emailing statelodge@ilfop.org or calling 217-726-8880.
We will also be offering other training opportunities throughout the year in various locations, so stay tuned for more information.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Every day, men and women across this state, and country, put on a uniform. They put on a utility belt. And they put on a bulletproof vest. In the current climate of our nation, that is the most essential thing that that man or woman owns. They step out the door and they just don’t know if they will be returning to it at the end of their shift.