The Hispanic Police Officers’ Association (HPOA) has been proudly serving its members and the greater community since it was founded in 1986. Although historically comprised of Hispanic officers from the Cleveland Division of Police, the HPOA proudly serves public safety personnel from multiple agencies, of both Hispanic and non-Hispanic descent alike, and shares a strong commitment to diversity and inclusiveness.
This year, the HPOA, along with the Cleveland Police Foundation, co-sponsored the Guardians of Hope softball team, which is mainly comprised of CPD officers, in hopes of building morale, camaraderie, and overall well-being.
CPD Patrol Officer Joe Walsh, who nominated the organization for its support of the team, shared: “The Hispanic Police Officers’ Association has been one of our biggest supporters since its beginning. They do an amazing job of being inclusive to everyone, and have multiple events yearly which allows everyone to participate and helps build the camaraderie within the department. This organization is a great representation of what other organizations should and could be with good people managing it.”
It is because of their commitment and dedication to our CPD officers that the Cleveland Police Foundation is proud to name the Hispanic Police Officers’ Association its Community Partner of the Month for June 2025.
– Bob Guttu, CPF
Nominated by 2nd District Patrol Officer Joe Walsh
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About the Community Partner of the Month Program
The Cleveland Police Foundation has implemented the Community Partner of the Month Award, given to individuals from the community who strive to support the mission goals of The Cleveland Division of Police and the CPF. These good folks support law enforcement and continue on a daily basis to help improve their individual neighborhoods. Award recipients receive a plaque and appropriate recognition. Thank you to these achievers!