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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIELD

MARICOPA, AZ · EIN 814824862 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE B90 · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.nafto.org
revenue
$515K
expenses
$435K
net assets
$278K
employees
0
volunteers
6
program ratio
88%
mission · from form 990

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profile · synthesized from sources

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIELD (NAFTO) is an organization focused on providing training and resources for Field Trainers in law enforcement. They serve law enforcement professionals by offering specialized training programs aimed at enhancing skills in various areas such as constitutional policing, decision-making under pressure, and effective communication. NAFTO operates primarily in the United States, with events like their national conference held in different states.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

De-escalation Principles and Practice
16-hour course designed to train law enforcement officers in de-escalation techniques, funded by the US Department of Justice.
Methods of Instruction
Training program aimed at enhancing teaching methodologies for Field Training Officers to better engage adult learners.
National Conference
Annual event offering specialized training for Field Trainers in various law enforcement disciplines, focusing on contemporary challenges in policing.
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Law Enforcement Training & Certification 26 activities
    • Advanced Training Curriculum Delivery
      Offers comprehensive training on advanced topics such as Constitutional Policing, Emotional Intelligence, Instructor Development, Program Defensibility, Resilience, and Adult Learning to support professional development in field training.
    • Advanced Training Curriculum Development
      Develops and delivers comprehensive training curricula for advanced FTO topics, including leadership, adult learning, generational teaching, adapting to learning styles, and mental health and wellness in field training.
    • Advanced and Management FTO Training Programs
      Offers advanced training for field training officers and supervisors through programs such as "Beyond the Basics of Field Training" and "Managing the FTO Unit," designed to enhance leadership, program management, and supervisory skills within FTO programs.
    • Consulting Support for FTO Programs
      Offers consulting support to Field Training Officer (FTO) program members, managers, supervisors, and department administrators to assist with program development and implementation.
    • Consulting and Capacity Building for FTO Programs
      Offers consulting support to Field Training Officer (FTO) program members, managers, supervisors, and department administrators, and provides training opportunities for basic, advanced, and FTO management courses.
    • Consulting and Organizational Support
      Provides consulting services to FTO program members, supervisors, managers, and department administrators to support field training program implementation and improvement.
    • Consulting and Support for FTO Programs
      Offers consulting support to Field Training Officer (FTO) program members, managers, supervisors, and department administrators, and provides training opportunities for basic, advanced, and FTO management courses.
    • Consulting for FTO Programs
      Provides expert consulting services to FTO program members, managers, supervisors, and department administrators to support the implementation, improvement, and defensibility of field training programs.
    • Curriculum and Instructional Content Delivery
      Delivers comprehensive course content across a range of topics including Constitutional Policing, Emotional Intelligence, Instructor Development, Program Defensibility, Mental Health & Wellness, and Adult Learning, integrated into both conference and standalone training formats.
    • FTO Program Consulting and Capacity Support
      Provides consulting services and training opportunities to FTO program members, managers, supervisors, and administrators, supporting program development, standardization, and leadership across law enforcement and public safety disciplines.
    • FTO Program Management and Leadership Training
      Offers specialized training for managing FTO units and supervising field training programs, including courses on program standardization, liability reduction, leadership, emotional intelligence, remedial training, and instructor development. These are delivered through multi-day conferences and standalone classes.
    • Field Training Officer (FTO) Certification Courses
      Provides instructor-led field training officer certification courses, including Basic FTO Certification, Beyond the Basics of Field Training, and Managing the FTO Unit, utilizing IADLEST-certified instructors and curriculum.
    • Field Training Officer (FTO) Certification and Advanced Training
      Provides IADLEST-certified field training officer certification courses, including Basic FTO Certification, Beyond the Basics of Field Training, and Managing the FTO Unit. These instructor-led programs are offered year-round and require a classroom setup with audiovisual equipment.
    • Field Training Officer Certification Courses
      Provides instructor-led, IADLEST-certified field training officer certification courses, including Basic FTO Certification, Beyond the Basics of Field Training, and Managing the FTO Unit, requiring a classroom setup with audiovisual and presentation equipment.
    • Field Training Officer Certification Programs
      Delivers instructor-led, IADLEST-certified field training officer (FTO) certification courses, including Basic FTO Certification, FTO Refresher, and Advanced "Beyond the Basics" training, requiring classroom setups with audiovisual equipment. These programs serve law enforcement, corrections, communications, and emergency medicine personnel across multiple states.
    • Field Training Officer Certification Programs
      Delivers instructor-led, IADLEST-certified field training officer (FTO) certification courses, including Basic FTO Certification, Beyond the Basics of Field Training, and Managing the FTO Unit, through classroom-based training with audiovisual requirements and certified curriculum.
    • Field Training Officer Certification Programs
      Delivers instructor-led, IADLEST-certified field training officer (FTO) certification courses, including Basic FTO Certification, with standardized curriculum and trained instructors. These programs are implemented in multiple states and require classroom setups with audiovisual equipment.
    • National and Regional Training Conferences
      Hosts an annual national training conference and regional/state chapter conferences, offering training for Field Trainers in Patrol, Detention, Communications, and Emergency Medicine on topics such as Constitutional Policing, Leadership, and Mental Health & Wellness.
    • National and State Training Conferences
      Hosts an annual national 3-day training conference and state-level conferences (e.g., in Black Hawk, Colorado) for field trainers and program coordinators in patrol, detention, communications, and EMS. Conferences include breakout sessions on mental health, legal liabilities, interpersonal skills, and program management.
    • National and State Training Conferences
      Hosts an annual national training conference and state conferences (e.g., in Black Hawk, Colorado) providing training for Field Trainers and program coordinators in Patrol, Detention, Communications, and Emergency Medicine. Topics include Constitutional Policing, 21st Century Policing, Leadership, Adult Learning, Mental Health and Wellness, and Legal Liabilities.
    • National and State Training Conferences
      Hosts annual national and state conferences, such as a 3-day national conference and a 3-day state conference in Colorado, offering training for Field Trainers in various disciplines including Patrol, Detention, Communications, and EMS, covering topics like Constitutional Policing, Leadership, and Mental Health & Wellness.
    • National and State Training Conferences
      Hosts an annual 3-day national training conference and state-level conferences (e.g., in Black Hawk, Colorado) offering specialized training for Field Trainers across Patrol, Detention, Communications, and EMS, featuring structured course topics and breakout sessions on leadership, instructional strategies, mental health, and legal liabilities.
    • Ongoing FTO Training and Certification Classes
      Provides year-round training classes and refresher courses for field training officers, including Basic FTO School and FTO Refresher School, supporting continuous professional development and certification maintenance.
    • State and National Training Conferences
      Hosts annual national and state-level conferences providing multi-day training for field trainers across disciplines including Patrol, Detention, Communications, and Emergency Medicine. Conferences include structured course topics and breakout sessions led by certified instructors.
    • Statewide FTO Program Implementation
      Implements the Field Training Officer (FTO) model across law enforcement, communications, and corrections agencies in Washington State.
    • Year-Round Training Delivery
      Provides ongoing training classes, certifications, and paid educational events throughout the year, covering core and advanced topics in field training for law enforcement and related public safety disciplines.
  • Chapter Network Development & Support 6 activities
    • State Chapter Development and Support
      Supports the creation and operation of state NAFTO chapters by purchasing state-specific URLs, providing dedicated web pages with covered hosting and domain fees, and assisting with By-Laws development to ensure organizational readiness and consistency.
    • State and Regional Chapter Support
      Supports the development and operation of state and regional NAFTO chapters by purchasing and hosting state-specific URLs (e.g., AZNAFTO), creating dedicated web pages, covering domain and hosting fees, and assisting with By-Laws development.
    • State and Regional Chapter Support
      Supports the development and operation of state and regional NAFTO chapters by purchasing and managing state-specific URLs, providing dedicated web pages with covered hosting and domain fees, creating new web content, and assisting with By-Laws development.
    • Support for State Chapters
      Facilitates the establishment and operation of state chapters by purchasing and hosting state NAFTO URLs, providing dedicated web pages, and assisting with the development of By-Laws.
    • Support for State Chapters
      Facilitates the establishment and operation of new state chapters by purchasing state NAFTO URLs, providing dedicated web pages with hosting and domain fees, assisting with By-Laws development, and instituting an integrated website-based membership program for member management and event registration.
    • Support for State Chapters
      Facilitates the establishment and operation of new state chapters by purchasing state NAFTO URLs, providing dedicated web pages with hosting and domain fees, and assisting with the development of By-Laws.
  • Online Membership & Access Systems 3 activities
    • Membership and Event Management
      Offers membership opportunities and manages member registration for classes and state conferences through an integrated website-based program.
    • Membership and Program Management Infrastructure
      Operates an integrated, website-based membership system for managing member registrations, class enrollments, and state conference participation.
    • Membership and Training Registration Infrastructure
      Operates an integrated, website-based membership system that supports member management and registration for training classes and state conferences, facilitating access and participation across the organization’s network.
  • Occupational Certification Programs for Industry Professionals 1 activity
    • Ongoing Training and Certification Delivery
      Provides year-round training classes, certifications, and paid educational events for field training professionals, including refresher and advanced programs, delivered through instructor-led formats.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Membership and Registration Infrastructure
      Operates an integrated, website-based membership program that manages member registrations for training classes and state conferences, facilitating organizational and individual participation in NAFTO activities.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$515K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$515K100%
Investment income$370%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$435K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$1K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$295K
Cash$287K
Investments$0
Liabilities$16K
Net assets$278K
Liquid reserves7.9 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +32.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 5
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
GRAHAM TINIUS SECRETARY 5 $49K
DAN GREENE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 25 $28K
PAUL HASSELBERGER PRESIDENT 20 $24K
JEFF VANHOOK VICE-PRESIDENT 10 $22K
STEWART BROWN TREASURER 20 $6K
relationships · 6

who they work with

  • Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Partner — Provides discounted lodging rates for conference attendees.
  • Blue to Gold Partner — Senior Legal Instructor providing a keynote presentation at the conference.
  • CONAFTO Partner — The National Association of Field Training Officers is the local voice for CONAFTO, the Colorado Chapter of NAFTO.
  • IADLEST Network — NAFTO's Basic FTO Certification Course is IADLEST Certified and all training staff are IADLEST National Instructor Certified.
  • NextGen Field Training Partner — Developer providing a keynote presentation at the conference.
  • WANAFTO Partner — Washington chapter that serves as the local voice for the National Association of Field Training Officers