vspa membership benefits

Members have access to a number of valuable benefits as compensation for their dedicated service.

In order to become a member of the Virginia State Police Association you must be a full time employee of the Virginia Department of State Police.

Membership Benefits for Full Members

Death Benefit

The Association provides a $5,000 death benefit ($10,000 accidental death) for each member every year. This benefit also covers a spouse for $2,500 and each dependent child for $1,000. Please contact the office if you need to change your beneficiary or if you need additional info.

Legal Representation

VSPA provides in-house legal services to our members for criminal, civil and administrative matters arising out of the performance of their duties. (See attached benefit explanation) These benefits are provided free of charge for our members. **Mr. David L. Ostwinkle, VSPA General Counsel – 804.495.1015**

Emergency Relief Fund

VSPA administers this fund to assist those in emergency medical, legal or family crisis situations. This has proven a valuable service to those who would otherwise have nowhere else to turn.

Scholarships for Children of Members

VSPA awards scholarships to children of active or retired members of VSPA in good standing. Scholarships are awarded based upon the amount of funds available each year. (Applications are available in the first week in April.)
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Scholarship for Active Members

VSPA offers scholarships to active members of the Virginia State Police Association. These scholarships are designed to support the professional development of law enforcement employees. Each year, VSPA awards scholarships based on the availability of funds. The application process opens in the first week of April. Take advantage of this opportunity to further your career and enhance your skills as a valued member of the law enforcement community.
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Political Action Committee

With permission, your dues can be deposited directly into our PAC account. This allows us to accumulate a sizable war chest to be used during political campaigns to support candidates who are favorable to our legislative issues.

Lobbying

Mr. Bill Carrico, the Executive Director and Chief Lobbyist, works solely for the benefit of our Association and the law–enforcement community. Bill keeps you informed by sending out all member e-mails to keep you up-to-date of the happenings at the Capitol. If you would like to be added to the VSPA e-mail list, please give us a call with your current e-mail address.

Retirement Badge or Crystal

Sworn members are entitled to receive a retirement badge and Non-Sworn members are entitled to a VSP Crystal. You must be retired from the department; however, if you retire early, you must be collecting the VRS benefit.

Member Mortgage Loan Service

VSPA members are eligible for mortgage banking services from Fidelity Blue Line Mortgage Company. This company has been providing personal mortgage banking services for State Troopers throughout America for over a decade. As a full-service mortgage banker Fidelity offers new construction; purchase, re-financing and consolidating debt refinance mortgages at competitive rates and reduced service charges.
www.fidelitybluelinemortgage.com

Annual Conference

VSPA holds an annual conference over a weekend at a hotel in the state where our members can enjoy a wide variety of social activities, as well as attend numerous informational seminars.

Family Picnic

The VSPA family picnic will be held on Saturday, October 7 at The American Legion in Lynchburg. Members and their families can enjoy a wide variety of food, fun and fellowship. This event is Rain or Shine! Look for more information to come out at the end of May.

VSPA Website

VSPA has a web site www.vspa.org. Members can check on upcoming events, renew their membership, update their addresses and order merchandise on-line. If you have anything that you would like to add, please feel free to send it to the VSPA office or email to vspa@vspa.org.

Service MembeRs on Active Duty

If you are a member that is called out on “active duty” the VSPA will cover your dues until you return to VSP. Please contact Membership Services to coordinate. Trooper E-News: The VSPA sends out e-mails titled “Trooper E-News.” Trooper E-News articles are based on current events as they happen across the state.

Merchandise

A variety of customized clothing, mugs, ball caps, lapel pins, and other gift items are available for your convenience at either of the two store locations.
❖ Academy Store (Room 329 – Phone: 804.674.4602) – Regular Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-1:00 pm (days are based on Academy schedule)
❖ 6944 Forest Hill Avenue – Regular Hours: Mon., Tues, Thurs. 9-5 pm, Wed. 9-6 pm, and Fri. 9-4 pm *
*REMINDER — PLEASE CALL TO CONFIRM HOURS BEFORE TRAVELING A LONG DISTANCE!!
** Or you may visit www.vspa.org or by phone (804) 548.4117 or (804) 320.6272. Merchandise is automatically discounted for members.

Trooper E-News

Articles are sent electronically to members who have a current e-mail address on file.

Casualty and Planning Guide

You can obtain this guide at www.vspa.org. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the VSPA office.

Discount Pricing

❖ Richmond based CMA’s Colonial Chevrolet, formerly Heritage Chevrolet, in conjunction with the Virginia State Police Association have joined together to provide “Preferred Pricing” to all VSPA members. “Preferred Pricing” is 1% below factory invoice, less any and all rebates and factory incentives being offered by these respected manufacturers. See Fleet & Commercial Manger, Mr. Thomas Searson or General Sales Manager: Mr. Mike Toohey. – (804) 748-6461 – https://www.cmascolonialchevrolet.com/
❖ Wynne Ford/Volvo, Hampton Roads offers VSPA members the Big Wynne Advantage. Contact Mr. Bill Balance (757) 265.3423 or via email: bballance@wynneford.com. Visit their website at: http://www.wynneford.com