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PHOENIX LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 680615615 · Form 990 · FY2020 · NTEE B82 · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · pleacharities.org
revenue
$338K
expenses
$214K
net assets
$379K
employees
0
volunteers
30
program ratio
71%
filing since
2020
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN TIME OF NEED, PROMOTE THE INTERESTS OF PUBLIC SAFETY FAMILIES IN THE COMMUNITY, AND PROMOTE A POSITIVE IMAGE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND THEIR FAMILIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

The PHOENIX LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION (PLEA) is a nonprofit organization that supports law enforcement and the community in Phoenix, Arizona. Through its 906 Foundation, it provides assistance to police officers in need and runs community programs. PLEA also honors fallen officers through events like the Fallen Officer Memorial Golf Classic.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $103K
    TO PROVIDE CHARITABLE, FINANCIAL, AND EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND THEIR FAMILIES.
named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Back the Blue Officer Support
Program to support police officers.
Back to School Drive
Community program to assist with back-to-school needs.
Fallen Officer Memorial Golf Classic
Annual golf tournament honoring fallen officers and benefiting the 906 Foundation.
Phoenix Police Cadet Scholarship
Scholarship program for Phoenix Police Cadets.
Shop with a Cop
Community program involving police officers and children.
activities · 13

what they do

direct service · 12
  • Administer educational and youth outreach programs Youth Support & Family Assistance Programs
    Operates the Tuition Assistance for Police Survivors (TAPS), Phoenix Police Cadet Scholarship, Back to School, and Shop With a Cop programs to support the children of officers and engage youth in positive community interactions.
  • Administers educational and community support programs Youth Support & Family Assistance Programs
    Operates programs such as Tuition Assistance for Police Survivors (TAPS), Phoenix Police Cadet Scholarship, Back to School, and Shop With a Cop to support officers' families and community engagement.
  • Administers educational and youth outreach programs Youth Support & Family Assistance Programs
    Operates the Tuition Assistance for Police Survivors (TAPS), Phoenix Police Cadet Scholarship, Back to School, and Shop With a Cop programs to support officers' families and engage with youth.
  • Deliver emergency financial and family support to officers and their families Financial & Wellness Support for Law Enforcement Families
    Provides immediate assistance for funeral expenses, medical costs, travel related to critical care, and scholarships for surviving children of officers, as well as support for officers experiencing personal hardship.
  • Disburse charitable funds through the 906 Foundation Local Community Grantmaking
    The 906 Foundation has distributed approximately $3.3 million since inception to support law enforcement, survivors, and community programs.
  • Disburses funds through the 906 Foundation Local Community Grantmaking
    The 906 Foundation has distributed approximately $3.3 million to various recipients since inception, supporting a range of initiatives aligned with the organization’s mission.
  • Fund community and youth initiatives
    Contributes financial and organizational support to youth programs and community organizations, enhancing community engagement and public safety partnerships.
  • Offers emergency financial and hardship assistance to officers and families Financial & Wellness Support for Law Enforcement Families
    Provides immediate support for funeral expenses, medical costs, travel for critical care, scholarships for surviving children, and general hardship assistance to law enforcement officers and their families.
  • Offers emergency financial and hardship assistance to officers and families Financial & Wellness Support for Law Enforcement Families
    Provides immediate support for funeral expenses, medical costs, critical care travel, and scholarships for surviving children, as well as general assistance to officers facing personal hardship.
  • Provide golf event sponsorships for law enforcement and community participants Charity Golf Tournament Sponsorship
    Provides golf foursomes—including carts, apparel, meals, and access to course amenities—for multiple annual events such as the FOMGC Championship and U.S. Open sponsorship events, supporting participation by officers and community members.
  • Provides golf event sponsorships for fundraising Charity Golf Tournament Sponsorship
    Supplies golf foursomes with carts, apparel, meals, and access to course amenities as part of event sponsorship packages, including for the FOMGC Championship and other fundraising events.
  • Provides golf event sponsorships for fundraising Charity Golf Tournament Sponsorship
    Supplies golf foursomes with carts, apparel, meals, range access, and goodie bags as part of sponsorship packages for events such as the FOMGC Championship and other fundraising activities.
capacity building · 1
  • Supports youth and community organizations
    Contributes to youth programs and local organizations through funding and capacity-building support to advance community well-being.
strategies · 13

how they think

Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.

  • Community investment to strengthen law enforcement image and relations community investment unique to this org
    Reinvests contributions back into communities, organizations, and individuals served by law enforcement to enhance community quality of life and promote a positive public image of law enforcement.
  • Direct support for officers and families with community reinvestment officer_and_family_support unique to this org
    Provides financial assistance to law enforcement officers and their families in times of need, while reinvesting contributions back into communities, organizations, and individuals served by law enforcement to enhance quality of life and strengthen community ties.
  • Engage youth through education and community outreach youth_engagement unique to this org
    Conducts outreach efforts focused on youth to build positive relationships with law enforcement through educational initiatives and community events.
  • Event-based sponsorship engagement event-based_sponsorship_engagement unique to this org
    Uses structured sponsorship packages tied to events—particularly golf tournaments—to engage supporters through multi-channel branding opportunities, including logo placement, on-site recognition, digital and physical promotions, and inclusion in participant materials.
  • Event-based sponsorship engagement with multi-channel branding event-based_sponsorship_engagement unique to this org
    Uses golf tournaments and sponsorship packages to engage supporters by offering visible branding opportunities across apparel, digital platforms, physical spaces, promotional materials, banners, tents, social media, and participant gift bags, thereby increasing organizational visibility and support.
  • Fundraising through commemorative events fundraising event unique to this org
    Organizes annual golf tournaments to honor Fallen Officers and raise funds for the 906 Foundation, combining remembrance with mission-driven fundraising.
  • Fundraising through memorial events for fallen officers fundraising_event unique to this org
    Organizes annual golf tournaments to honor fallen officers and raise funds for the 906 Foundation, combining remembrance with mission-driven fundraising.
  • Honor fallen officers and raise funds through targeted events fundraising_event unique to this org
    Organizes annual golf tournaments to honor fallen officers and raise funds for the 906 Foundation, combining remembrance with fundraising to sustain mission-aligned support.
  • Leverage event-based sponsorship for engagement and visibility event-based_sponsorship_engagement unique to this org
    Uses golf tournaments and associated sponsorship packages to engage supporters through multi-channel branding opportunities, including apparel, digital platforms, physical spaces, and promotional materials, thereby increasing organizational visibility and support.
  • Officer and family support with community reciprocity officer_and_family_support unique to this org
    Provides direct financial assistance to law enforcement officers and their families in times of need, while reinforcing community ties by engaging in outreach that supports the broader communities that back law enforcement.
  • Support officers and families while investing in community well-being officer_and_family_support unique to this org
    Provides direct financial assistance to law enforcement officers and their families in times of need, while reinvesting contributions back into the broader community to strengthen relationships and enhance quality of life.
  • Youth engagement through education and community events youth_engagement unique to this org
    Conducts outreach focused on youth to create positive impact via education and events, aiming to build stronger relationships between law enforcement and the next generation.
  • Youth engagement through education and events youth engagement unique to this org
    Builds positive relationships with youth via educational outreach and community events to foster trust and make a lasting, constructive impact on future generations.
financials · form 990 · fy2020

the money

revenue
Total revenue$338K
Contributions & grants$336K99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$214K
Program expenses71%
Admin / overhead25%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$138K
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$379K
Cash$359K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$379K
Liquid reserves20.1 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

paid leadership · 7
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
DARRELL KRIPLEAN TREASURER $16K
FRANK MARINO SECRETARY $16K
JOHN MAXWELL DIRECTOR $16K
TOBY SEXTON VICE PRESIDE $16K
YVETTE BRO DIRECTOR $16K
MICHAEL LONDON PRESIDENT 1 $12K
FRANK SMITH JR DIRECTOR $10K
relationships · 12

who they work with

  • 906 Foundation Partner — Co-hosts the "Horsepower for Heroes Car Show" to support officers and their families.
  • 906 Foundation Partner — Co-hosts the FOMGC Championship event with PLEA to support charitable activities.
  • 906 Foundation Partner — Co-hosts the FOMGC Masters golf event with PLEA to support charitable initiatives.
  • 906 Foundation Partner — Co-hosts the FOMGC Trackman golf event with PLEA to support charitable initiatives.
  • 906 Foundation Partner — Co-hosts the U.S. Open sponsorship initiative with PLEA.
  • 906 Foundation Partner — Collaborates on charitable initiatives and donation programs to support law enforcement officers, families, and communities.
  • 906 Foundation Partner — The Fallen Officer Memorial Golf Classic benefits the 906 Foundation, and PLEA co-hosts the event with them.
  • Arizona Peace Officers Memorial Board Partner — Honors fallen peace officers during the annual Peace Officers Memorial Service.
  • Gila River Indian Community Partner — Whirlwind Golf Club is designed to preserve the cultural heritage of the Gila River Indian Community.
  • Phoenix Police Department Government — Primary law enforcement agency supported by the organization in honoring fallen officers and their service.
  • Phoenix Police Department Partner — Holds an annual memorial ceremony for fallen officers.
  • Whirlwind Golf Club Partner — Host venue for the Fallen Officer Memorial Golf Classic.