named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Catastrophe Resilience Program
Provides support to NYPD members suffering from catastrophic illness, including those related to 9/11
Exemplary Service Recognition
Honors NYPD precincts and special units for outstanding performance and service
Family Day
Sponsored event at the Police Academy for recruits and their families, featuring department units and lunch provided by PRA
Fraternal Day
Event at the Police Academy where recruits learn about police organizations; PRA distributes informational booklets and promotes membership
Law Enforcement Explorer Program Funding
Supports youth program for ages 14–20 that teaches citizenship, community service, and police work
Police Memorial Week Support
Provides transportation to Albany and Washington DC for NYPD members to attend memorial ceremonies
Scholarship Program
Merit-based scholarships for children of NYPD officers and graduate/post-graduate scholarships for active officers and detectives
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Law Enforcement Fraternal Associations 3 activities
- Facilitates membership in fraternal organizationsOffers current members the opportunity to join the Fraternal Order of Police as Associate Members, supporting broader police fraternal networks.
- Supports NYPD recruits through outreach and engagementDistributes informational materials to new recruits, participates in Fraternal Day at the Police Academy, and sponsors events such as Family Day to build community and encourage membership in police organizations.
- Supports police fraternal, religious, and ethnic organizationsProvides support to NYPD-affiliated fraternal, religious, and ethnic organizations through the Committee of Police Societies (COPS), including by offering exemplary service awards to recognized groups.
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First Responder Family Scholarships 2 activities
- Funds and supports NYPD community and professional development programsSupports police-led community initiatives and professional development efforts, including the Nation-Wide Major City Police Department Middle Management Exchange Program and the Law Enforcement Explorer Program for youth aged 14–20.
- Provides scholarships for NYPD officers and their familiesAdministers scholarship programs including merit-based exams for children of NYPD officers and awards for graduate and post-graduate education for officers and detectives.
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Law Enforcement Family Crisis Support 2 activities
- Provides health and emergency support for NYPD membersOffers assistance to NYPD members suffering from catastrophic illnesses, including those related to 9/11 exposure, and supports cardiovascular health initiatives.
- Supports police line of duty widows and familiesProvides direct support to families of police officers killed in the line of duty through the Police Line of Duty Widows Association.
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Honor and Memorial Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Offers honorary membership cards for family and friends of membersProvides personalized honorary cards for family members or close friends of members, with names printed on the cards, as a form of recognition and engagement.
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Non-Emergency Medical & Essential Transportation 1 activity
- Organizes transportation for NYPD members during memorial eventsProvides bus transportation to Albany and Washington DC for NYPD members participating in Police Memorial Week each May.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognizes police excellence through awards and honorsSponsors Exemplary Service Awards for precincts, special units, and affiliated organizations to recognize outstanding service and promote morale within the NYPD.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Sells branded apparel and merchandise to support operationsSells a range of official merchandise including shirts, hats, mugs, and jewelry featuring the Police Reserve Association logo to generate revenue for programs.
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Law Enforcement Support Programs 1 activity
- Supplies equipment and resources to NYPD not covered by city budgetProvides funding and supplies for police equipment and resources not funded through the city budget, including personal protective equipment (PPE), mobile canteens, scuba gear, bicycles, and bulletproof vests. Also supports specialized facilities such as the Cardio-Vascular Health Facility.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$56K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$5K9%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$48K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$40K
balance sheet
Total assets$43K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$43K
6 years on record · 2018–2024 · YoY revenue -14.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- JAMES TRAINOR ESQ — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH R LEVEY ESQ — DIRECTOR
- LARRY SCHWARTZ — DIRECTOR
- NICK NICKOLOPOULOS — DIRECTOR
- SHANE HUMPHRIES ESQ — DIRECTOR
- STEVEN ARNOLD MD — DIRECTOR
- TERRENCE TARVER ESQ — DIRECTOR
- TODD BASSEN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Alan Goodman Partner — Sponsored Dara Ross in the 50/50 raffle.
- Bullet Proof Vest Program Partner — Major contributor to the Bullet Proof Vest Program.
- Cardio-Vascular Health Facility Partner — Major contributor to the Cardio-Vascular Health Facility.
- Committee of Police Societies Partner — Supports police fraternal, religious, and ethnic organizations through the Committee of Police Societies (COPS).
- Compass Pointe NC Partner — Partner community offering residential options for members considering retirement or second homes.
- Ethnic organizations Partner — Collaborates with ethnic organizations to support New York City police officers.
- FOP Network — Lists FOP as a linked entity, indicating affiliation or network membership.
- Fraternal Order of Police Partner — Partners with the Fraternal Order of Police to offer associate membership to its members.
- Fraternal organizations Partner — Partners with fraternal organizations in efforts to support NYPD officers.
- Lambros Lambrou Esq. Partner — Donated 50% of first-place 50/50 raffle winnings to the Police Reserve Association.
- NYPD Government — Operates as an adjunct unit under the authority of the NYPD, which assumed full responsibility for Civil Defense wardens in 1967 and reorganized them into the Auxiliary Police.
- NYPD Government — Primary partner organization; PRA supports NYPD members, recruits, and programs through events, scholarships, and recognition initiatives.
- NYPD Partner — Primary partner agency supported by the organization.
- NYPD’s Law Enforcement Explorer Program Partner — Provides funding for this youth development program aimed at preparing future law enforcement personnel.
- NYPD’s religious, fraternal, and line organizations Partner — Collaborates with these groups to coordinate Fraternal Day and respond to requests for support during member crises.
- Nation-Wide Major City Police Department Middle Management Exchange Program Partner — Supported police community projects including the Nation-Wide Major City Police Department Middle Management Exchange Program.
- New York City Police Commissioner Government — Works closely with the Police Reserve Association to support NYPD officers.
- New York City Police Department Partner — Primary operational partner receiving support in areas not covered by the city budget.
- New York State Fraternal Order of Police Empire State Lodge, Inc. Government — NYC PRA FOP Lodge is approved by the New York State Fraternal Order of Police Empire State Lodge, Inc. to accept Associate Members.
- Police Line of Duty Widows Association Partner — Provides support to the Police Line of Duty Widows Association.
- Religious organizations Partner — Collaborates with religious groups to support New York City police officers.
- Todd Bassen Partner — Sponsored Claiborne Johnston in the 50/50 raffle.
- United Way Partner — Facilitates the Combined Municipal Campaign in which the organization participates.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Civilian Engagement and Fraternal Support to Strengthen Law Enforcementmethodology: civic_support_for_law_enforcementBy mobilizing civilian participation and fraternal networks, the organization builds broader societal support for the police, which in turn strengthens morale, recruitment, and community-police relations. The underlying theory is that visible public appreciation and organized civic involvement foster a culture of solidarity that enhances both officer well-being and public safety outcomes.
- Supplemental Funding of Unfunded Public Safety Needsmethodology: gap-funding public safety operationsBy raising private funds to support NYPD programs and operations not covered by the city budget, the organization fills critical resource gaps in public safety, thereby extending the department's capacity to serve and protect. This approach operates on the belief that sustained civic and financial support can enhance police effectiveness where government funding falls short.
- Uniformed Civilian Patrols as Crime Deterrencemethodology: uniformed_civilian_patrolBy deploying uniformed civilian auxiliary officers in standardized police-like attire and patrol roles, the organization enhances visible police presence, which serves as a deterrent to crime and extends operational reach. The theory is that public safety improves when perceived police coverage increases, even through non-sworn, trained civilians integrated into formal patrol structures.