FOP Florida State Lodge

09/01/2026

Statement from Florida State FOP President Jeff Stinson

08/31/2026

The best part of the job is sometimes simply showing up.

The Temple Terrace Police Department recently joined the Boys & Girls Club for their annual End of Summer Event: serving food, playing games, and spending the day with some amazing kids.

These moments build relationships, strengthen trust, and remind us that community policing starts with being present.

Thank you to the officers who continue to show up and make a difference beyond the badge.

08/28/2026

The new Florida FOP website was built by people who understand law enforcement and photographed by one of our own.

Officer Kevin Schmertzler of the Pembroke Pines Police Department captured many of the images featured throughout the new site, helping tell the story of Florida law enforcement through his lens.

Thank you, Kevin, for sharing your talent and helping bring this project to life.

Take a look through some of his work.

08/26/2026

More than a membership. A voice for Florida law enforcement.

Florida FOP represents officers across the state through legal protection, labor representation, legislative advocacy, and member benefits.

Built by officers and led by officers, we're here to protect careers, strengthen our profession, and support those who serve our communities.

Know who's standing with you before you need them.

08/26/2026

To honor those who make the ultimate sacrifice protecting our communities, we offer an exclusive Line of Duty Death Benefit, designed to provide financial protection to the families of first responders.

This complimentary, one-time benefit cancels the balance of your mortgage, up to $525,000, should you fall in the line of duty. It covers any work-related activities involving external force and violence, as well as a heart attack or stroke that may occur during strenuous training or activity.

Contact your dedicated CrossCountry Mortgage team to learn more.

Contact info: 📞 833.724.870 📩 [email protected]
🔗 https://forms.crosscountrymortgage.com/loan/affinity-fl-fop

08/24/2026

Your career is important.

So is everything that comes after it.

Florida FOP membership offers benefits that can support officers and their families throughout every stage of life, from retirement planning resources and health coverage options to scholarships for eligible family members and everyday member discounts.

Because support shouldn't end when your shift does.

Learn more about member benefits at FloridaFOP.com.

08/22/2026

08/20/2026

The Casselberry Police Department is proud to support the Bexley Box program, an initiative created by the Bridegan Foundation to bring comfort and care to children facing difficult moments.

Filled with essentials, comfort items, and activities, each box helps officers provide support and reassurance to children experiencing crisis or trauma.

A special thank you to Walmart Casselberry for helping make this important resource available to our community.

📸: Casselberry Police Department

08/18/2026

One call can change everything.

That's why preparation matters.

Before you're ever faced with a critical incident, know where to turn, who to call, and what resources are available.

Florida FOP believes officers deserve clear answers, not fine print.

Learn more about the Florida FOP Legal Defense Plan and why local representation matters.

🔗 FloridaFOP.com