INDIANAPOLIS, May 15, 2025 — The National Police Association announced today it has awarded the Tampa, FL Police Department’s Explorer Program a $1000.00 grant. Police Explorers are upstanding citizens within the community who maintain good grades, complete community volunteer hours, and have a desire to enter law enforcement as a career.
Explorers, through classroom instruction, learn about Florida Criminal and Traffic laws along with departmental policies, ten codes, and signals. Explorers are also taught how to investigate crimes/incidents such as: traffic crashes, traffic stops, domestic violence, in-progress crimes, delayed crimes, crisis intervention, defensive tactics, as well as first aid. Many other types of calls for service are covered as well.
The Ride-Along Program provides the Explorer (who must be at least 16 years of age to be “ride certified”) with firsthand knowledge of basic police procedures by supplementing classroom training through on-duty observation and communication with police officers and civilian employees during their patrol functions. Additionally, the program offers opportunities to participate in a Bicycle Team, Pistol Team, and Color Guard.
The Tampa Police Explorer Program is accepting applications for becoming a Law Enforcement Explorer with the Tampa Police Department. For additional information or questions, contact the Sergeant of the Tampa Police Training Unit at 813-367-8671.
About the National Police Association: The National Police Association (NPA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting law enforcement efforts through advocacy, education, and law. For more information, visit NationalPolice.org.
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