Vermont Police Association

09/11/2026

Today the Vermont Police Association remembers the lives lost on September 11, 2001, the families whose lives were forever changed, and the extraordinary courage of the first responders and ordinary Americans who ran toward danger when others were trying to escape.

Let us honor those heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice, not only by remembering their names and their bravery, but by also recognizing those who continue to walk in their footsteps today. Every firefighter, police officer, EMT, service member, healthcare worker, and first responder who chooses a life of public service carries forward a legacy built on courage, duty, and selflessness.

May we never allow the passage of time diminish the significance of that day or the sacrifices made. May we also never take for granted those who continue to answer the call to serve and protect their communities, knowing the risks service carry.

Never forget. 🇺🇸

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, the Vermont Police Association would like to take a moment to recognize and thank the dedicated law enforcement professionals who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. Your service, sacrifice, and commitment are deeply appreciated, today and every other day. We wishing you and your families a safe and happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

09/05/2026

Today is International Day of Charity, a day to reminds us of the impact we can make when we come together to a meaningful causes.

If you’re considering making a charitable donation, we encourage you to keep the Vermont Emergency Services Memorial in mind. This month, the Vermont Police Association is proud to support the Memorial and its annual service, on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. located at 317 Academy Rd, Pittsford, VT, honoring Vermont’s first responders and their families who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities.

Please join us in remembering their service, honoring their sacrifice, and supporting the important work of keeping their memory alive. 💙

09/01/2026

The Vermont Emergency Services Memorial’s annual remembrance service will take place on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. located at 317 Academy Rd, Pittsford, VT.

Each year, this important service brings Vermonters together to honor and remember the first responders, and their surviving families, who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities and our state. Their courage, dedication, and commitment to protecting the lives of others will never be forgotten.

In recognition of this year’s memorial service, the Vermont Police Association is proud to support the continued care and preservation of the Vermont Emergency Services Memorial. Throughout the month of September, a portion of all donations and memberships made to the VPA will go directly toward supporting and maintaining the VESM.

Please visit www.vtvpa.org/donation and make your donation to the VESM today.

We invite you to help us in supporting the Vermont Emergency Services Memorial and join us on September 20th as we give tribute to Vermont’s fallen first responders, their loved ones, and honor the lasting legacy of their service and sacrifice.

A Hero Remembered is Never Forgotten

08/28/2026

The Vermont Police Association is asking you to please consider supporting and sharing this fundraiser for retired Vermont State Police Trooper and U.S. Air Force veteran Jim Colgan who is currently facing an incredibly difficult battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

Jim has dedicated his life to serving others and now is an opportunity for our community to show what support we can for him.

Any donation, no matter the amount, can make a difference. If you aren’t able to donate, simply sharing this post can help it reach others

Please keep Jim and his loved ones in your thoughts as he continues through his transplant and recovery.

https://gofund.me/9f3be0a95

08/26/2026

is a great opportunity to salute the Vermont law enforcement K-9s whose steadfast loyalty and service help keep us all well and safe. From serving various patrol efforts to providing wellness. The Vermont Police Association is grateful for our four-legged heroes and their dedicated partners who serve beside them!

08/16/2026

THE VERMONT POLICE ASSOCIATION HAS PUT TOGETHER A SPECIAL EVENT FOR THE VERMONT LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMUNITY!

On Wednesday, August 19th
The Majestic 10 Cinemas in Williston, VT is offering discounted movie tickets ALL DAY for Vermont law enforcement professionals to see Super Troopers 3! 🍿

And that’s not all… Make a day (or night) of it! McGillicuddy's Irish Ale House just across the street from Majestic 10 cinemas has also joined in on the fun and will be offering 20% OFF meals for law enforcement professionals the same day! 🍔

This is a phenomenal opportunity to get our public safety community together outside of work, bring the family, share some laughs, enjoy a meal, and catch a movie you know will be hilarious.

📅 Wednesday, August 19th

🎥 Discounted Super Troopers 3 tickets at Majestic 10 cinemas in Williston, VT — all day long!

🍽️ 20% off meals at McGillicuddy's just across the street for law enforcement professionals!

The Vermont Police Association hopes to see Vermont’s law enforcement community there!

The Vermont Police Association was established in 1949 to represent the law enforcement community, promote community relations and to establish a commitment of excellence for all citizens of the State of Vermont.

08/04/2026

Burlington is at a critical breaking point.

City councilors keep saying what’s being done isn’t working but they don’t want to go backwards. Backward to what? When Burlington was safer, cleaner, and thriving?

Burlington became the only municipality in Vermont to defund its police department. Since then, we’ve all watched as officer staffing plummet and the people who do put on the badge have too often been treated as the problem instead of part of the solution.

In the 1990s, New York City dramatically reduced crime by taking public safety seriously and addressing the visible signs of disorder alongside more serious crime. Burlington doesn’t have to be New York to learn from what works.

Supporting public safety isn’t a radical idea, it’s common sense. Safe neighborhoods, thriving businesses, and vibrant downtowns don’t happen by accident. They happen when laws are enforced, people are held accountable, and police officers are supported instead of vilified.

Burlington doesn’t need more excuses. It doesn’t need more negative rhetoric directed at the men and women who protect our communities.

It needs leadership to take accountability, show appreciation, get back to the basics, and restore the Queen City to the place people loved.

It’s time to stop kicking the can down the road.

Burlington deserves better.

07/30/2026

The Vermont Police Association is excited to announce a new partnership with PoliceApp.com, bringing even more value to VPA member agencies!

*EVERY AGENCY who renews its VPA membership will receive a FREE ANNUAL PoliceApp.com marketing package with a $350 value.***

PoliceApp.com is a leading law enforcement recruitment platform helping agencies reach thousands of qualified candidates through targeted job postings, digital marketing, and nationwide exposure. By making it easier for agencies to attract talented, dedicated officers, PoliceApp.com helps departments build stronger teams and maintain the staffing needed to keep our communities safe.

For the public, this means better recruitment efforts, stronger police agencies, and continued investment in the people who protect and serve Vermont’s communities every day.

Whether your agency already partners with PoliceApp.com or is considering it for the first time, this exclusive VPA member benefit provides an excellent opportunity to enhance your recruitment efforts at no additional cost.

Together, the Vermont Police Association and PoliceApp.com are committed to supporting Vermont law enforcement agencies, strengthening recruitment, and investing in safer communities throughout the Green Mountain State.

Take advantage of our exciting new partnership!*

07/28/2026

Have you seen the latest edition of 802Spirits Magazine yet? OY6 Bourbon is being featured by the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery in their quarterly Rack Program!

On Your 6 was founded on a simple but powerful mission: to celebrate the everyday heroes who serve and strengthen their communities. Rather than building a celebrity brand, the company shines a spotlight on those who quietly make a difference every day including, law enforcement officers, firefighters, nurses, veterans, and others.

As part of this special event, Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery Investigator Eugene Gaiotti, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, is being recognized by On Your 6 as the featured hero story.

We’re especially grateful to On Your 6 who has selected the Vermont Police Association as the beneficiary of a portion of the proceeds from every bottle sold. These funds will directly support the VPA’s Gene Gaiotti Memorial Scholarship, helping carry Officer Gaiotti’s legacy forward by investing in the future of Vermont’s law enforcement community.

Thank you to the entire On Your 6 team and the Vermont Department of Liquor and Vermont Lottery. Together we honor those who have served, remember those we have lost, and support those who’ll answer the call in the future. 🇺🇸💙

https://www.802spirits.com/rack-program