Illinois to America: Stories that Shape Us Essay Contest

The Office of Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton is excited to launch the “Illinois to America: Stories that Shape Us” student essay contest for America’s 250th Anniversary! Please consider sharing this opportunity with your family, friends, colleagues, and professional networks. The contest is open to students in 6th through 12th grade. Winners will have theirContinue reading “Illinois to America: Stories that Shape Us Essay Contest”

SSACOP Shop With A Cop – Spreading Holiday Cheer!

Another successful year of Shop with a Cop is in the books! Thanks to our member agencies and donors SSACOP was able to provide a memorable holiday experience to 75 deserving children where they shopped for gifts of their choice! This is just one way SSACOP gives back to the amazing communities we serve. WeContinue reading “SSACOP Shop With A Cop – Spreading Holiday Cheer!”

Shop with a Cop

**We are working on logistics for this year’s event. For those agencies participating, can you please provide a headcount of which agencies will be participating, how many officers will be on site and how many kids/guests will be in attendance? You can reach out to any of the following: Chief Dale Mitchell – dmitchell@university-park-il.com or Chief Roy Wells – wroy@villageofphoenix.org. Thanks in advance! The SouthContinue reading “Shop with a Cop”

2025 SSACOP Installation Dinner Information

The South Suburban Chief of Police Association presents: The Annual Installation Dinner and Service Awards Banquet. 6pm-10pmWednesday, October 15, 2025 University Golf Club23520 Crawford Ave,University Park, IL 60484 Honoring Scholarship Recipients, Peace Officer Meritorious Award and Life Saving Award recipients. 6-7pm: Complimentary refreshments7pm: Dinner $50 per plate$300 per table Please RSVP by 10/1/2025 toDmitchell@university-park-il.com

SSACOP Annual Golf Outing Registration Is Now Open!

The South Suburban Association of Chiefs of Police Annual Golf Outing is back with our 53rd annual event! Come out and support some great community causes while playing golf with members of your local law enforcement agency! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Here are some ways to support this event: GOLF/DINNER – Includes course fees, continentalContinue reading “SSACOP Annual Golf Outing Registration Is Now Open!”

Annual SSACOP Shop With A Cop Event

SSACOP annual ” Shop with a Cop ” will take place December 16th at 0800 hrs. Location Walmart 4005 167th st in Country Club Hills, Il. This year we are targeting students from 5th thru 8th grade. Please pick a boy and girl from schools in your community. This year we are asking for $200Continue reading “Annual SSACOP Shop With A Cop Event”

SSACOP Chaplain Bishop Ronnie White, One of Chicago’s Very Own

South Suburban Association Chiefs of Police Chaplain, Bishop Ronnie White, was recently featured as WGN’s “One of Chicago’s Very Own”. SSACOP President, Chief Michael Jones, is also featured speaking about Bishop White and his role. The video can be viewed here.