Shelby County Metro FOP Lodge #35 - Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the Fraternal Order of Police?

A. The Fraternal Order of Police is the world's largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers, with more than 324,000 members in more than 2,100 lodges. We are the voice of those who dedicate their lives to protecting and serving our communities. We are committed to improving the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement, and employee representation. No one knows the dangers and the difficulties faced by today's police officers better than another officer, and no one knows police officers better than the FOP.

Q. Am I eligible to join the Fraternal Order of Police?

A. If you are a REGULARLY APPOINTED (OR ELECTED)AND A FULL-TIME EMPLOYED LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER of the United States, any state or political subdivision thereof, or any agency, then you can become a member of the Fraternal Order of Police. If you are a supporter of Law Enforcement, ask about becoming an FOP Associate Member. Please contact your local Fraternal Order of Police lodge repesentative (Vice President, Jim Vickers) who will assist you through the membership process. If you have questions about whether you qualify for FOP Membership or not, please contact any Executive Board Member prior to filling out an application for membership!

Q. Who are the members of the Fraternal Order of Police?

A. The Fraternal Order of Police is comprised of over 324,000 regularly appointed or elected and full-time employed law enforcement officers of the United States, any state or political subdivision thereof, or any agency.

Q. What services does the Fraternal Order of Police provide?

A. The Fraternal Order of Police is a full service member representation organization. The membership of each local lodge determines the services that are provided by his/her local lodge. The members of each State Lodge determine what services are provided by the State Lodge. The National Fraternal Order of Police provides a wide variety of services.

Q. Does the Fraternal Order of Police solicit donations via the telephone?

A. The National Fraternal Order of Police does not conduct telephone solicitations. However, some State and local FOP lodges do. If you have a question about a telephone call you received requesting that you make a donation to the FOP, please contact the local FOP lodge in your area or the FOP State Lodge in your state.