DESIGNATE LEMA AS YOUR CHARITABLE CHOICE

As many of you are aware the United Way Campaign is fast approaching.  Many people give to the United Way by participating in their United Way workplace giving campaign.  Many agencies/businesses have a deadline of early November.  Were you aware that you can give to LEMA through the United Way Campaign?? 

The Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association (LEMA) would like to encourage you to consider donating your United Way dollars to LEMA.  At this time the United Way is not considering adding any new charitable organizations to their current list of charitable organizations, however, on their form there is a blank line where a person can simply write in the name of a 501(c)(3) organization they would like to have their contribution sent to.  Please consider writing in “LEMA” on the blank line.  You simply need to write in our organization’s name and address:  (Example: LEMA, 614 Aqua Circle, Lino Lakes, MN   55014.  (You do not need to write a code number).  By designating LEMA as your charitable choice, you will provide us with the opportunity to improve the lives of the surviving family members of peace officers who have given their lives in the line of duty.

Announcement…Special Assistance

At the time of a death of a fallen officer, LEMA will present to the survivor family member a package that includes a complete listing of possible benefits available to the survivor/family.  There are many possible benefits available and much paperwork to be completed. 

The Minnesota Police and Peace Officer Association will now provide special assistance to survivors if the fallen officer was a member of MPPOA or the LDF (Legal Defense Fund).  This new benefit will assist the family in completing necessary paperwork in applying for benefits through the Legal Defense Fund.  For further information contact, MPPOA, Executive Director, 327 York Avenue, St. Paul, MN  55103 or call 651-291-1119.