named programs · 7 · from sources
what they call their work
Associate Membership
Provides non-Unit 6 Phoenix Police Department employees with benefits including a legal plan, retail discounts, Verizon phone plan benefits, and career advisement for a monthly fee.
Member Services
Provides support to members facing difficult circumstances and connects them to PPSLA's resources.
Negotiations
Participates in the "Meet and Discuss" process with the City of Phoenix to identify member needs and ensure supervisors' interests are addressed in MOA negotiations.
Political Activity
Weighs in on important local and state-wide issues facing law enforcement as the representative group for Phoenix Police Department supervisors.
Representation
Provides support and robust legal representation to members involved in critical incidents, internal investigations, informal dispute resolution, and appeals/certification challenges.
Training and Education
Encourages and sponsors quality training and educational opportunities for members, including sessions for representation and promotional processes.
Verizon Wireless Plan
Offers a discounted Verizon corporate plan to PPSLA members.
activities · 8 clusters
what they do
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Law Enforcement Professional Development & Organizational Support 3 activities
- Delivers career and promotional support through training and resourcesSponsors training sessions focused on representation and promotional processes to support member career development within the Phoenix Police Department.
- Provides law enforcement news and information to membersShares updates and information about law enforcement issues at both the Arizona and national levels to keep members informed.
- Sponsors professional development and promotional trainingOrganizes training sessions for members focused on representation skills and navigating promotional processes within the police department.
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Law Enforcement Labor Negotiations 2 activities
- Advocates for supervisors in labor negotiations with the City of PhoenixParticipates in the 'Meet and Discuss' process with the City of Phoenix to represent sergeants' and lieutenants' interests during Memorandum of Agreement negotiations.
- Represents supervisors in labor negotiationsEngages in the 'Meet and Discuss' process with the City of Phoenix to advocate for supervisors’ interests during Memorandum of Agreement negotiations.
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Law Enforcement Legislative Advocacy 2 activities
- Cooperates with federal investigations into the Phoenix Police DepartmentHas committed to cooperating with the U.S. Department of Justice's investigation into the Phoenix Police Department as part of its advocacy and oversight role.
- Cooperates with federal oversight and investigationsHas committed to cooperating with the U.S. Department of Justice's investigation into the Phoenix Police Department as part of organizational accountability efforts.
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Themed Community Fundraising Events 2 activities
- Hosts annual community outreach eventsOrganizes annual events such as Superhero Saturday to engage with the community, with at least one event described as a major success.
- Organizes annual community engagement eventsHosts annual events such as Superhero Saturday, aimed at building community relationships and supporting local outreach efforts.
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Legal Representation for Public Safety Employees 2 activities
- Provides legal and disciplinary representation to membersOffers legal representation and peer support to members during internal investigations, critical incidents, disciplinary actions, appeals, and certification challenges, from notice through resolution.
- Provides legal representation and support in investigations and disciplinary actionsOffers legal representation and peer support to members facing internal investigations, critical incidents, appeals, certification challenges, and informal dispute resolution processes.
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Regular Governance and Member Meetings 1 activity
- Hosts monthly board meetings open to membersConducts monthly open board meetings that are accessible to all members, providing transparency and opportunities for engagement within the organization.
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Member Benefits and Support Services 1 activity
- Offers discounted Verizon corporate phone plan to membersProvides PPSLA members with access to a discounted corporate Verizon phone plan as a membership benefit.
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Uncategorized 5 activities
- Hosts monthly open board meetings for membersConducts monthly board meetings that are open to all members, providing transparency and opportunities for member engagement.
- Provides member benefits including discounted Verizon phone planOffers PPSLA members access to a discounted corporate Verizon phone plan and relevant news and information on law enforcement issues at the state and national levels.
- Represents Phoenix Police supervisors in law enforcement operationsRepresents sergeants and lieutenants within the Phoenix Police Department who are responsible for enforcing the law.
- Supports members facing personal or professional hardshipConnects members in difficult circumstances with organizational resources to provide assistance and support.
- Supports members through career and personal challengesProvides career advice, peer representation, and connects members facing difficult circumstances to organizational resources for support.
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financials · form 990 · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$291K
Contributions & grants$290K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$751
expenses
Total expenses$245K
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$25K
Grants paid out$16K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$334K
Cash$334K
Investments$0
Liabilities$40K
Net assets$293K
Liquid reserves16.3 mo
2 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +4.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Leuschner | President | 0 | $7K |
| Brian Thatcher | Vice President | 0 | $7K |
| Brian Coudret | Treasurer | 0 | $3K |
| Daren Wunderle | Secretary | 0 | $2K |
| Brad Huskisson | Trustee | 0 | $2K |
| Nick Jimenez | Trustee | 0 | $2K |
| Mark Schweikert | Trustee | 0 | $2K |
relationships · 7
who they work with
- AZCOPS Network — PPSLA associate membership includes automatic membership in AZCOPS, a statewide law enforcement representation organization.
- Amy Unangst Partner — Office Manager providing administrative support to PPSLA members.
- City of Phoenix Partner — Engages in the 'Meet and Discuss' process with the City of Phoenix for MOA negotiations.
- Superhero Saturday Partner — Hosted and organized the Superhero Saturday event.
- United States Department of Justice Government — Engaging with the DOJ's pattern and practice investigation into the Phoenix Police Department.
- Verizon Partner — Provides phone plan benefits to PPSLA associate members through a partnership arrangement.
- Verizon Wireless Partner — Corporate partner providing discounted wireless plans to PPSLA members.