About the State Police Association of Massachusetts Benevolent Fund

The State Police Association of Massachusetts Benevolent Fund was created by the State Police Association of Massachusetts (Association) in 2010. At the time of the Benevolent Fund’s inception in 2010, members of the Association’s Executive Board determined that the time had come for them to set up a Benevolent Fund that would enable them to assist their Troopers, Sergeants, and their families in certain times of need. Today, the Benevolent Fund has expanded its support to first responders, their families, and members of our community that are in need.

The Benevolent Fund relies on the generosity of philanthropic individuals, corporations, and foundations. Since its inception, the Benevolent Fund has received generous donations from local businesses, supporters of the public safety community, and through exciting annual events. Through this generosity the Benevolent Fund has provided resources to numerous first responders and their families throughout the public safety community. This includes support to state and local police officers, firefighters, and various Troopers’ families both inside and beyond Massachusetts’s borders. Additionally, each year the Benevolent Fund provides scholarships to the children and dependents of active Association members and those of members who have been killed in the line of duty.

How can I support the State Police Association of Massachusetts Benevolent Fund?

The State Police Association of Massachusetts Benevolent Fund relies on the generosity of philanthropic individuals, corporations and foundations.  There are many ways you can help support the State Police Association of Massachusetts Benevolent Fund.

The ‘Protect & Serve’ Special License Plate is now available through the state Registry of Motor Vehicles. The plates cost $40, $28 of which goes directly to the Benevolent Fund in the first year. When you renew this specialty plate in two years, all $40 goes directly to the Benevolent Fund.

Yes. The Benevolent Fund is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) charity and your contributions are tax deductible.

The Benevolent Fund provides support to families of first responders killed in the line of duty. Additionally, the Fund provides support to first responders and their families in certain times of need, such as extended illness, injury, or other substantial hardship. The Benevolent Fund also supports the health and wellness of our first responders, their families, and members of our community that are in need. Furthermore, the Benevolent Fund has expanded its role to support community engagement. Lastly, the donations also provide for memorials, scholarships  and the operations of the Benevolent Fund.

DONATIONS PROVIDE FOR ALL PURPOSES AS PERMISSIBLE FOR A CORPORATION UNDER CHAPTER 180 OF THE MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAWS.