Federal Probation & Pretrial Officers Association Inc

Overview

The Federal Probation & Pretrial Officers Association Inc, with Employer Identification Number (EIN) 382142086, is a nonprofit organization designated as a 501(c)(6) entity. It serves as a professional association for officers working in federal probation and pretrial services in the United States.

History and Mission

Established in 1955, the Association has been instrumental in shaping the Federal Probation and Pretrial Services System. It plays a crucial role in promoting professional standards and advocating for improvements in the criminal justice system. The Association's mission includes studying and improving correctional services, enhancing public relations, and promoting high professional personnel standards.

Activities and Achievements

The organization has contributed significantly to various aspects of the federal justice system:

• Research and Publications: It has published a compilation of felony registration statutes across states and developed a public relations guide for officers in collaboration with the Federal Judicial Center.
• Professional Development: The Association supports national leadership in the professional growth of probation and pretrial services by collaborating with entities like the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts and the Sentencing Commission.
• Advocacy: The Association has worked on salary comparability studies and retirement impact assessments to improve working conditions for its members.

Structure and Partnerships

The organization operates as a not-for-profit corporation, expanding membership to include pretrial services officers, probation officer assistants, and pretrial services officer assistants. It partners with institutions like Marist College to offer education benefits to its members, focusing on programs like online Master of Public Administration (MPA) degrees.

Financial Status

The Association does not receive donations that are tax-deductible. Its primary revenue comes from program services. The organization's expenses are aligned with its operational goals, with key activities supported by volunteer efforts rather than employee salaries.

[1] https://www.fppoa.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=981031&module_id=406916 [2] https://www.marist.edu/federal-probation-pretrial-officers [3] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/382142086 [4] https://www.fppoa.org [5] https://www.uscourts.gov/about-federal-courts/probation-and-pretrial-services