Peace Officers Research Association of California
In December 2024, Deputy Otico received a life-altering diagnosis of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Over the past year, he, alongside his wife and young son, have courageously battled the disease. Throughout treatment, the Otico family has faced each challenge with strength and resolve, determined to remain hopeful while navigating an uncertain and difficult journey.
$27,040.00 raised of $30,000.00
On August 17th, California Department of Fish and Wildlife Officer Chad Volheim collapsed while responding to what should have been a routine call in Alpine County. Despite experiencing alarming symptoms—numbness, dizziness, chest pain, and a sense of fading consciousness—his episode was initially dismissed as heat stroke. Since that day, Chad’s health has continued to decline. He is now fully bedridden and unable to work, suffering from increasingly debilitating neurological symptoms.
$6,045.00 raised of $40,000.00
My name is Marcus Mitchell, and my world changed the day I was told I have Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Nothing can prepare you for a moment like that. The news hit my family and me like a storm we never saw coming. Since then, every day has been a mix of fear, hope, and a determination I never knew I’d need. My greatest worry is my daughter, Imani — her future, her security, and the moments I’m fighting so hard to stay here for.
$850.00 raised of $100,000.00
We are reaching out today with heavy hearts and a sense of urgency to ask for your support for Lathrop Police Officer Aaron Vanlue and his family as they face the toughest battle of their lives. Officer Vanlue has recently received a devastating diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer, which has continued to spread.
$12,170.00 raised of $100,000.00
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.
$8,395.00 raised of $50,000.00
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.
$2,729.00 raised of $100,000.00
