Welcome to POPPA

Operating 24/7, we are highly trained cops and health professionals dedicated to helping NYPD officers with personal or job-related stress.

About POPPA

POPPA (Police Officers Providing Peer Assistance) is a volunteer police peer support network committed exclusively to providing a confidential, safe, and supportive environment for New York City police officers and NYPD retirees.

OUR MISSION

Testimonials From NYPD Officers

Three NYPD officers share heartfelt stories about their experience with POPPA.

Serving NYPD Officers For 30 Years

Learn more about POPPA’s mission in this inspiring video. Featuring acclaimed actor, Danny Aiello.

Our Impact

700+

Helpline calls per year.

600+

S.A.F.E.R. program trainees per year.

100+

Events per year, including outreaches, trainings, and retreats.

Events

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All News

2025 Golf Outing

POPPA’s first annual Golf Outing Fundraiser. Thanks to all who attended and helped us help cops.

July 10, 2026 Read More

2026 Gala

A POPPA milestone: Our 30th Anniversary Celebration. For 30 Years POPPA has been helping members of the NYPD when they need it most. Thanks to…

July 10, 2026 Read More

2026 New Peer Training

November 2025. Our annual 3-day POPPA peer intense training at Stony Point.

July 10, 2026 Read More

2026 Wellness Retreat

Twice a year, POPPA provides members of the NYPD with an opportunity to step away from the demands and stresses of police work, recharge, and…

July 10, 2026 Read More

2024 5K Run

October 4, 2024. Our second annual Detective Dillon Stewart / Noble 5K Run, raising funds for the Noble NYC Chapter scholarship. Established in Memory of…

July 10, 2026 Read More