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The FPPA Retirement Process. Zoom Webinar - Friday October 24

[Webinar] The FPPA Retirement Process

Retirement can feel like a big step, but you don't have to figure it out alone. Our in-house experts will walk you through your benefit and payment…

FPPA Employer Summit for Old Hire & Volunteer Fire Departments on October 23 via Zoom Webinar, with a mountain background.

Virtual Employer Summit

Registration is now open for the 2025 Virtual Employer Summit! This event is designed specifically for those who administer and are fiduciaries for…

FPPA team members at the 2025 Red Rocks Stair Climb in red T-shirts

Mission Moment: Why We Serve

At FPPA, we like to keep our mission front and center. That’s why we regularly take a step back to ask a simple but powerful question: Why? Why do we…

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Actuarial Insight: A Closer Look At Life Expectancy For FPPA Members

There’s no denying that public safety work comes with on-the-job risks. We often hear concerns from Members who believe that their life expectancy is…

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Tax Impacts From The One Big Beautiful Bill

Earlier this year H.R. 1, also referred to as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, was signed into law. This legislation made some provisions from 2017’s…

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Executive Director Kevin B. Lindahl Reflects on 25 Years at FPPA

It’s been a quarter century since Kevin Lindahl first walked through the doors of FPPA as General Counsel. Now in his fourth year serving as Executive…

Employer Summit

Registration is open for the 2025 Employer Summit! Get caught up on the last 12 months, preview the year ahead, and network with peers from across…

Retiree Appreciation & Networking Event on August 20 at DTC, organized by FPPA, featuring a green fork and knife around a blue plate.

Retiree Appreciation and Networking Event

We’re bringing together the folks who spent their careers making a difference to say thank you for your service and legacy!

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RSVP for FPPA's August Retirement Readiness Seminar

Chart your course for a smooth retirement at FPPA’s next Retirement Readiness event! Join other Colorado first responders to learn more about…

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Mission: Pensionable. 2025 Member Survey Results

This message will not self-destruct in five seconds – but it will break down how Members feel about their experience with FPPA.

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The Art of Managing Money While Enjoying Life

Finding financial harmony is one of life’s great challenges. You have many important financial goals: paying off debt, building your savings, and…

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FPPA is a Certified Great Place To Work™

The Fire & Police Pension Association is proud to be a certified Great Place To Work® in 2025. This prestigious award is based entirely on what…

Social Security Fairness Act, money, and a card. Zoom Webinar on Monday, May 19.

[Webinar] Social Security Fairness Act

Recent changes through the Social Security Fairness Act will impact retirement incomes for many FPPA Members. Learn the latest on these changes and…

Webinar on FPPA retirement process. Text and hands with question and exclamation marks. Date: Thursday, May 29.

[Webinar] The FPPA Retirement Process

Your retirement journey is as unique as you are, and FPPA is here to guide you every step of the way. Our in-house team of experts will help you…

Retirement Readiness Seminar at Denver Tech Center, May 7. Features a money paper plane on a green background.

RSVP for FPPA’s Upcoming Retirement Readiness Seminar

Chart your course for a smooth retirement at FPPA’s next Retirement Readiness event! Join other Colorado first responders to learn more about…

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What Does WEP and GPO Repeal Mean for FPPA Members?

On January 5, 2025, President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act (HR 82) into law. This legislation repealed both the Government Pension…

"Member & Employer Contributions: $404.1 million in payroll contributions to fund Plan benefits. Firefighters pictured."

FPPA’s Year in Review 2024

On your marks, get set, go! FPPA was off to the races in 2024, a year of accomplishments, new heights, and teamwork at its finest. This year, we hit…

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Rainy Day Ready: Your Guide to Emergency Savings

Life is full of surprises, good and bad. Whether you are faced with car repairs, a large medical bill, or last-minute travel expenses, financial…

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Now Live: 75% Survivor Payment Options

FPPA defined benefit plan Members face many important decisions when applying for retirement. Among the most important of these is selecting a payment…