Manatee FOP Lodge 70

04/08/2026

We are proud to announce the Fraternal Order of Police Gene Leonard Lodge #70 Scholarship for this year. We will award up to three (3) one year scholarship awards in the amounts of $1,500 for first place, $1,000 for second place and $500 for third place to winning/selected applicants related to a members or deceased members in good standing of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #70. For complete information, along with the application, please visit our website at:

Our goal as an association is to ensure that our membership receives the tools it needs to better serve and protect the community.

05/15/2025

05/15/2025

This is the link to the Trooper Jeff Young Memorial Statue to be mounted at the FOP Law Enforcement Memorial at the Manatee County Courthouse. Let’s make this happen!!

FOP Lodge #70 is commissioning a life-sized bronze statue to honor Trooper Young's dedication and sacrifice.

05/11/2025

Here’s to the women who juggle it all—with love, patience, and strength. 💕
Moms, grandmas, stepmoms, guardians, and every maternal figure—your impact is immeasurable.

🌸 Did you know? More calls are made on Mother’s Day than any other day of the year—over 122 million in the U.S. alone. That’s a lot of love being shared. 📞💗 (don't forget to call your Mom!)

Today’s for you. You’ve earned every flower, hug, and moment of appreciation.

Happy Mother’s Day! 🌼

05/09/2025

Today, we honor the strength behind the uniform—military spouses. 💐🇺🇸

Your resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering support are the backbone of our military families. From holding down the fort during deployments to providing comfort through uncertain times, you serve in ways that deserve recognition every day.

Thank you for all that you do. 💙

05/06/2025

04/23/2025

Today, we salute the U.S. Army Reserve on its 117th birthday! 🎉
Since 1908, these citizen-soldiers have stood ready to answer the call—at home and around the world. Their motto says it all: Twice the Citizen.

To every past and present Reservist—thank you for your strength, service, and unwavering commitment to our nation. 🙌💚

04/23/2025

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the multitasking masters, calendar commanders, and communication champions who keep it all together! 🖇️📎📅

Your hard work and professionalism are the glue of every team—and today, we salute your excellence with gratitude and appreciation! 💐👏

💡 Fun Fact: It started as National Secretaries Day in the 1950s and evolved to honor all administrative professionals.

04/22/2025

Happy Earth Day! 🌱
Today, we’re celebrating the incredible planet we all call home. Whether it’s planting a tree, reducing waste, or simply picking up litter—every small action makes a big difference. 🌎💚

Let’s continue working together to protect and preserve our environment for future generations. After all, there’s no Planet B! 🌿♻️

04/20/2025

🌷Wishing you a basket full of blessings this Easter!
As you hunt for eggs and enjoy time with loved ones, know that we’re feeling so lucky to have a community as sweet as you! 🍭💐

You crack us up with your kindness and support every day—thank you for helping us do what we do best. 🐣