activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 4
- Community Fundraising and Engagement Events Community Litter and Waste CleanupsPlans and conducts regular community events to raise funds for charitable initiatives and strengthen neighborhood relationships.
- Community Outreach Programs Holiday Food and Gift DistributionOrganizes 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.
- Financial Assistance for Members Short-Term Financial Relief ProgramsOffers financial aid to members facing personal hardships, including funeral costs, medical expenses, or sudden loss of household income.
- Legal Services for Members Legal Defense Fund ManagementProvides 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.
advocacy · 2
- Member Representation and AdvocacyNegotiates 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 Law Enforcement Labor RepresentationRepresents 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.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Collective Member Representation collective_representationThe organization strengthens labor advocacy by serving as the exclusive representative for Mesa Police employees in negotiations with the city, ensuring unified and formalized labor representation.
- Community Engagement Through Events community_event_engagementUses community events such as holiday programs and recreational activities to support families in need and build trust-based relationships within neighborhoods.
- Member Solidarity as Organizational Principle member-solidarityCollective strength and unity among members are emphasized as foundational to the organization’s identity and effectiveness in advocacy.
- Multi-Level Advocacy Network multi_level_representationThe organization amplifies member representation by affiliating with state and national law enforcement associations, extending influence beyond local negotiations.
- Unified Labor Coalition Building labor_representationBy organizing a broad coalition of law enforcement personnel—including sworn officers and civilian staff—the organization enhances its labor representation capacity and institutional reach.
named programs · 4
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.
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.