member/lodge resources
Expense Reimbursement
To be completed by Committee Members, State Lodge Officers, or any member incurring expenses while on WI FOP business.
LOCAL LODGE FUNDRAISING SPONSORSHIP/MATCHING FUNDS REQUEST
Funds Available to Local Lodges on an Annual Basis
$250 Fundraising Sponsorship
- The State Lodge will sponsor 1 Local Lodge fundraising event per year, up to $250.
- The funds will be dispersed to the Local Lodge prior to the event.
- The Local Lodge must submit a request and indicate how the funds will be used.
- The Local Lodge will submit 2-3 digital images of the event after it has occurred.
$500 Matching Funds for Fundraising Event
- Submit request outlining fundraising event.
- Include a brief financial report – gross profit, expenses, net profit.
- Submit 2 – 3 digital images of the event.
Guidelines for Local Lodges to Receive Additional $500 Matching Funds
- All Per Capita paperwork/payments to Secretary by due date(s).
- Local lodge delegate must attend both Board of Director Meetings throughout the year.
- At least 1 member from Local Lodge must attend the Annual State Conference.
- Host at least 1 event throughout the year that is open to all WI FOP Members (and submit digital images of event).
- At least 2 members of local lodge must attend at least 1 other event hosted by WI FOP local lodge throughout the year.
Request Funds
Fundraising sponsorship requests should be submitted no later than 30 days prior to event.
Matching funds requests should be submitted no later than January 31st for the previous year.
lodge fidelity bonding
The National and State Constitutions mandate our obligation to maintain fidelity bonds for officers or members with access to or control over lodge funds.
Hylant offers fidelity bonds through Hartford Insurance that meet all necessary national and state requirements—specifically, a $25,000 bond with a $250 deductible cost of $308 for a three-year premium.
Obtain Bonding
Each local lodge should submit an application for these bonds with their specific details. The State Lodge will reimburse the local lodge for the premium.
Lodge leadership
Applications now open!
The 2025 WI FOP Memorial Scholarship Program is accepting applications for those interested. Scholarships are available for FOP members, their family members, and Wisconsin residents pursuing a degree in criminal justice.
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