NOW ACCEPTING 2026 POREF Scholarship Grant applications! All applications must be submitted electronically through the application link and submitted by the end of day Friday, March 6, 2026. Applications submitted […]
Peace Officers Research Association of California
New Research Shows Police Staffing Shortages Lead to Longer Emergency Response Times, Forcing Californians in Crisis to Wait for Help
Sacramento, CA – Today, the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) released new research showing the detrimental impact that ongoing law enforcement staffing shortages are having on response times […]
2026 POREF Open
It’s time to golf for good! Registration is officially open for the 2026 POREF Open on April 9 at Eagle Springs Golf Course in Friant.
SB 627 Is A Dangerous Deception That Betrays California’s Immigrant Communities and Sacrifices Local Law Enforcement
Sacramento, CA — Today, President Brian R. Marvel, President of the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), which represents over 87,000 public safety members and more than 960 associations, […]
PORAC Endorses Antonio Villaraigosa and Chad Bianco for California Governor
PORAC announced its endorsements for California Governor: Democrat Antonio Villaraigosa and Republican Chad Bianco.
2026 POREF Scholarship Grant Application NOW AVAILABLE
New Research Shows Police Staffing Shortages Lead to Longer Emergency Response Times, Forcing Californians in Crisis to Wait for Help
2026 POREF Open
SB 627 Is A Dangerous Deception That Betrays California’s Immigrant Communities and Sacrifices Local Law Enforcement
PORAC Endorses Antonio Villaraigosa and Chad Bianco for California Governor
PORAC Chapters
President’s Message
Last month, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 627, the mask bill, into law. In my decades serving as a peace officer and eight years as PORAC’s president, representing the rights and benefits… Read More
The Importance of Treasurer Succession Planning
I feel it is important for me to explore a topic I’m passionate about: having an internal succession plan. This may seem like a no-brainer for some, but it is a concept I have routinely found to be… Read More
PORAC Director Profile: Peter Serrano
Despite being a 20-year veteran of the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Peter Serrano is relatively new to PORAC leadership. He became president of the Deputy Sheriffs’ Association of… Read More
Online Access for Association Leadership
Association leaders can access the online membership system to add, delete or retire members as needed.
COVID-19 Information
PORAC continues to advocate for the resources, policies and programs our members need to perform their duties in the safest possible manner.
PORAC HELP
The Hazardous Exposure Listing Program (HELP) allows you to document all exposures that may potentially cause you physical problems years into the future.
PORAC Institute
Ongoing educational training is a major part of PORAC’s philosophy, with courses designed to help our members be more effective within their organizations.
PORAC App
The PORAC mobile app allows complete access to important information, benefits and updates, and more.
Fund a Hero is the in-house fundraising platform of the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), specifically developed for law enforcement, by law enforcement. It is free to use for PORAC’s members and, unlike other crowdfunding platforms, charges no fees for launching a campaign. PORAC makes no profit from the fundraisers, meaning that 100% of the proceeds go to the officer or family in need.
Support Officer Mitchell Collier and his wife and two sons
On September 16, 2025, PORAC member Officer Mitchell Collier suffered a seizure while at an arcade with his young sons, Max and Sam. Thanks to the quick thinking of Max alerting others for help, Officer Collier was swiftly taken to the hospital, where he stayed at the ER and SICU for over ten days receiving care. CT scans revealed that he had a brain AVM (arteriovenous malformation)—a dangerous condition where blood vessels are tangled, causing abnormal blood flow that can trigger seizures.
Help Officer Corona’s Wife and Daughter
During the early morning hours, on Sunday, November 30, 2025, Parlier Police Officer Jesus Dario Corona, twenty-nine years old of The Porterville area was on his way to work and was involved in a traffic collision and unfortunately succumbed to his injuries.
Alec Sanders Memorial Fund
With heavy hearts, we share the devastating news of the passing of Officer Alec Sanders of Alhambra. Alec was more than a police officer—he was a son, a friend, a teammate, and a protector whose life and character left an impact far beyond the badge he wore.