MESA POLICE ASSOCIATION OFFICER

MESA, AZ · EIN 260444510 · Form 990EZ · FY2021 · NTEE M60 · Public Safety & Disaster Relief · Micro (<$100K) · www.mesampa.com

revenue

$80K

expenses

$81K

net assets

$34K

employees

—

mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL AND OTHER ASSISTANCE NEEDED TO FALLEN OR INJURED POLICE OFFICERS AND THEIR FAMILIES AND PROMOTE COOPERATION WITH OUR COMMUNITY BY TAKING PART IN CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Mesa Police Association is a labor organization representing over 650 sworn officers and civilian staff in Mesa, Arizona. It serves as the recognized bargaining agent for police employees, providing legal representation, advocacy in disciplinary matters, and support through the Officer Assistance Fund. The organization also engages in community outreach through charitable events like Blue Santa and Shop with a Cop.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Blue Santa Initiative

Annual holiday program delivering food, gifts, and cheer to low-income families in the Mesa community.

Legal Defense Fund

Provides legal representation for members involved in employment-related investigations or civil suits; includes free wills and discounted personal legal services.

Officer Assistance Fund (OAF)

Provides financial support to members facing personal hardships such as medical expenses, funeral costs, or loss of income; funded by member donations and events.

Shop with a Cop

Community event pairing officers with children to shop for holiday presents, fostering positive police-community relationships.

activities · 5 groups

what they do

Law Enforcement Labor Negotiations 3 activities
- Collective Bargaining and Advocacy
  
  Negotiates with city management on pay and benefits as the exclusive recognized police labor organization in Mesa, representing over 650 sworn officers and civilians.
- Member Representation and Advocacy
  
  Negotiates with city management on pay and benefits as the recognized police labor organization, and provides disciplinary representation for members during command and internal affairs investigations.
- Union Representation and Labor Advocacy
  
  Represents over 650 sworn officers and civilians, covering more than 80% of Mesa's participating labor community, and is recognized by the City of Mesa as the exclusive organization for collective bargaining.
Holiday Gift and Family Support Programs 2 activities
- Community Engagement and Charitable Events
  
  Organizes annual community events such as Blue Santa and Shop with a Cop to provide holiday food and gifts to families in need, raise funds for charitable initiatives, and strengthen neighborhood relationships.
- Community Outreach Programs
  
  Organizes annual community events such as the Blue Santa initiative and Shop with a Cop, which provide holiday food, gifts, and shopping experiences for families in need.
Fraternal Financial Assistance for Funeral and Hardship Expenses 2 activities
- Financial Assistance for Members
  
  Offers financial aid to members facing personal hardships, including funeral costs, medical expenses, or sudden loss of household income.
- Financial Assistance for Members
  
  Provides financial assistance to members experiencing personal hardships, such as funeral costs, medical expenses, or sudden loss of household income.
Legal Representation for Public Safety Employees 2 activities
- Legal Representation and Services for Members
  
  Provides free wills, discounted trusts, and civil legal services to members, including disciplinary representation during investigations and comprehensive legal coverage for civil suits related to employment duties through a Legal Defense Fund.
- Legal Services for Members
  
  Provides free will preparation, discounted trusts, and personal legal services to members, including comprehensive legal coverage and personal counsel through a Legal Defense Fund for civil suits related to employment duties.
Cultural Heritage Festivals & Celebrations 1 activity
- Community Fundraising and Engagement Events
  
  Plans and conducts regular community events to raise funds for charitable initiatives and strengthen neighborhood relationships.

financials · form 990EZ · fy2021

revenue

Total revenue$80K

Contributions & grants$80K100%

Program service revenue——

Investment income——

Other revenue—

expenses

Total expenses$81K

Program expenses—

Admin / overhead—

Fundraising—

Salaries & benefits$6K

Grants paid out$48K

balance sheet

Total assets$34K

Cash—

Investments—

Liabilities—

Net assets$34K

2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -28.9%

leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 5

Name	Title	Hours/wk	Compensation
KEVIN BAILEY	PRESIDENT	2	$2K
DREW YOUNG	PAST PRESIDE	2	$2K
VICTOR MURUA	PAST TREASUR	2	$1K
ASHLEY ESPINOZA	SECRETARY	2	$1K
TRAVIS GOODRICH	TREASURER	2	$480

relationships · 6

who they work with

Arizona Police Association Coalition — MPA president sits on the Arizona Police Association executive board, representing law enforcement interests at the state legislature.
Arizona Police Association Network — State-level organization through which MPA members receive representation.
City of Mesa Government — Negotiates with city management on pay and benefits for police personnel.
Mesa Police Association Partner — Non-profit affiliate of the Mesa Police Association.
Napier, Baillie, Wilson, Bacon & Tallone PC Partner — Law firm retained to provide legal representation and services to MPA members.
National Association of Police Officers Network — National-level organization through which MPA members receive representation.