Winter 2019 Issue
Gear for the New Year Sweepstakes
First Place:
George Schweizer, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Prize: MF Tactical Delta Series XP-LHD LED Flashlight
Second Place:
David Tobergte, Kentucky Lodge #46
Prize: Condor LCS Cobra Cobra Gun Belt
Third Place:
William King, Maryland Lodge #4
Prize: Tru-Spec 24-7 Series Eco Tec Tac T-Shirt
Spring 2019 Issue
Gear Up for Spring Sweepstakes
First Place:
Steve Grubb, Montana Lodge #50
Prize: Safariland STX Duty Rig, a pair of Dickies Ripstop Cargo Pants and a Tru-Spec 24-7 Series Ops Tac T-Shirt
Second Place:
Edward May, New York Lodge #100
Prize: Dickies Ripstop Cargo Pants and a Tru-Spec 24-7 Series Ops Tac T-Shirt
Winter 2018 Issue
Get the Gear Sweepstakes
First Place:
James Haiar, Nebraska Lodge #1
Prize: Safariland Model 557 Open-Top Concealment Holster, Tru-Spec 24-7 Series Guardian Pants, Under Armour UA Enduro Tactical Pants
Second Place:
James Clapp, New York Lodge #957
Henry Dobbs, Pennsylvania Lodge #104
Prize: Under Armour UA Enduro Tactical Pants
Spring 2018 Issue
Bright Ideas Sweepstakes
Winners:
Ronald Hagaman, Montana Lodge #1
James Clapp, New York Lodge #957
Prize: QuiqliteX2 Tactical Flashlight
Spring 2018 Issue
Suit Up for Spring Sweepstakes
Winners:
Randy Schobelock, Ohio Lodge #59
Harry Hicks, Arizona Lodge #28
George Schweiser, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Prize: Tru-Spec 24-7 Series Responder Shirt, HAIX Black Eagle Athletic 2.0 T Boots, Galls Flying Cross AeroShell External Armor Cover
Fall 2017 Issue
Eyes on the Prize Sweepstakes
First Place:
William Kennedy, Pennsylvania Lodge #35
Prize: TRUGLO TFX Pro Day/Night Sight, Carson IB-700 Hookupz Smartphone Binocular Adapter, Sentry Scopecoat Optic Cover
Second Place:
Terry Kazupski, Illinois Lodge #7
Prize: TRUGLO Tritium Pro Night Sight, Carson IB-700 Hookupz Smartphone Binocular Adapter, Sentry Scopecoat Optic Cover
Third Place:
Andrew Kapusta, Michigan Lodge #187
William Klein, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
George Schweiser, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Prize: Carson IB-700 Hookupz Smartphone Binocular Adapter, Sentry Scopecoat Optic Cover
Spring 2016 Issue
Safe and Secure Sweepstakes
First Place:
Brian Markey, Arizona Lodge #9
Marvin Maurer, New York Lodge #77
Prize: Quake Kare Ultimate Deluxe Pet Survival Kit, Eaton ALL-PRO Revolve LED Motion-Activated Floodlight.
Second Place:
Paul Flammer, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Michael RayBould, North Carolina Lodge #78
Patrrick Hess, Illinois Lodge #263
Prize: Eaton ALL-PRO Revolve LED Motion-Activated Floodlight.
Summer 2015 Issue
Sure-Footed Sweepstakes
Winners:
Robert Jenest, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
George Schweizer, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
David Tobergte, Kentucky Lodge #46
Prize: Rocky RLW Boots, 5.11 Tactical Year Round OTC Socks
Spring 2015 Issue
Lighten Up Sweepstakes
Winners:
William Klein, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Matthew Rigby, Utah Lodge #14
David Batterton, Florida Lodge #145
Henry Dobbs, Pennsylvania Lodge #104
Joseph Anselm, Ohio Lodge #8
Prize: Maglite ML300LX LED D-Cell Flashlight
Winter 2014 Issue
Power Boost Sweepstakes
Winners:
Andrew Kapusta, Michigan Lodge #187
James Waters, Alabama Lodge #29
Judd Nortell, Illinois Lodge #8
Randy Schobelock, Ohio Lodge #59
Edward May, New York Lodge #100
Prize: Mophie Juice Pack Air for iPhone 5/5; 21-ounce Hydro Flask
Fall 2014 Issue
Suit Up Sweepstakes
Winners:
Robert Van Den Bussch, Illinois Lodge #7
Jeffrey Sanders, Oregon Lodge #16
Roger Gibbens, Tennessee Lodge #22
Steven Fioritto, Ohio Lodge #5
Mark Sorrell, Maryland Lodge #89
Prize: Bates Code 6 Boots; Hatch TUG-100 Technician Touchscreen Utility Gloves
Summer 2014 Issue
Tactical to Practical Sweepstakes
First Place:
Joseph Gavin, New York Lodge #25
Prizes: Aimpoint PRO Patrol Rifle Opti and 5.11 Tactical ThumbDrive Thigh Rig.
Second Place:
Tim Guthrie, Ohio Lodge #109
Prizes: Otis Law Enforcement Elite Cleaning System and 5.11 Tactical ThumbDrive Thigh Rig.
Third Place:
Robert Van Bussch, Illinois Lodge #7
David Tobergte, Kentucky Lodge #46
William King, Maryland Lodge #4
Prize: Otis Law Enforcement Deluxe Cleaning System and 5.11 Tactical ThumbDrive Thigh Rig.
Spring 2014 Issue
Get Ready Giveaway Sweepstakes
Winners:
Ronald Hagaman, Missouri Lodge #1
Marty Robbins, Pennsylvania Lodge #46
Terrance Pyeron, District of Columbia Lodge #1
Bob Martin, Pennsylvania Lodge #91
Robert Van Den Bussch, Illinois Lodge #7
Prize:
Basic Emergency Preparedness Kit
Contents Include: 45-piece first-aid kit, hygiene comfort kit, waterproof AM/FM radio with batteries, flashlight with batteries, pen light, emergency blanket, rain poncho, food packets, water pouches, 3.5-gallon water container, procedural breathing mask, roll of duct tape, whistle, moist towelettes
Winter 2013 Issue
Gift Guide Giveaway Sweepstakes
First Place:
Edward Gamble, Illinois Lodge #235
Prizes: Smith & Wesson Soldier Watch, Streamlight ProTac HL Flashlight, ThermaCELL Heated Rechargeable Insoles, Tru-Spec 24-7 Series Tactical Concelaed Holster Shirt
Second Place:
Paul Jestice, Oklahoma Lodge #161
Peter Palumbo, New Jersey Lodge #12
Prize: ThermaCELL Heated Rechargeable Insoles
Fall 2013 Issue
Out of Sight Sweepstakes
First Place:
Bruce Gouge, North Carolina Lodge #8
Prizes: SCOTTEVEST SeV Expedition Jacket, Kakadu Gunn-Worn Aviator Bomber Jacket, 5.11 Tactical Sleeveless Holster Shirt for Women, 5.11 Tactical Stryke Pants for Women, Versacarry Semi-Auto Model Holster
Second Place:
Mike La Bella, New Mexico Lodge #55
Ronald Bair, Ohio Lodge #2
Esli Kilponen, Illinois Lodge #7
Daryl Weaver, Maryland Lodge #16
Prizes: Kakadu Gunn-Worn Aviator Bomber Jacket, 5.11 Tactical Sleeveless Holster Shirt for Women, 5.11 Tactical Stryke Pants for Women, Versacarry Semi-Auto Model Holster
Third Place:
Robert Muller, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
William Koiro, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Marvin Maurer, New York Lodge #77
Richard Cujdik, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Robert Jenest, Nevada Lodge #1
Mike Mackay, Illinois Lodge #94
Joseph Brown, Alabama Lodge #6
Suzanna Smith, New Hampshire Lodge #1
John Gallagher, Illinois Lodge #4
Brian Molony, Kentucky Lodge #20
Earl Cook, Alabama Lodge #105
Joseph Anselmo, Ohio Lodge #8
John Harrington, Pennsylvania Lodge #64
Lou Cujdik, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Judd Nortell, Alabama Lodge #8
Prize: Versacarry Semi-Auto Model Holster
Summer 2013 Issue
Cookbook Sweepstakes
Winners:
Edward Green, New Jersey Lodge #4
David Tobergte, Kentucky Lodge #46
Ronald Hagaman, Missouri Lodge #1
Robert Muller, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Paul Jestice, Oklahoma Lodge #161
Lou Cujdik, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Robert Jenest, Nevada Lodge #1
Joe Thomas, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Kris Peterson, Nebraska Lodge #2
Stephen Hippel, Arizona Lodge #1
Prize: Slow Fire: The Beginner’s Guide to Barbecue
Spring 2013 Issue
Stow-It Sweepstakes
Winners:
Steve Grubb, Montana Lodge #50
Corby Slagle, Louisiana Lodge #2
George Schweizer, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Marvin Maurer, New York Lodge #77
G. Wayne Koenig, District of Columbia Lodge #1
Prize: American Tactical Imports 36-inch Drago Single-Gun Case
Fall 2012 Issue
Gift Guide Giveaway Sweepstakes
Winners:
First Place:
Kenneth Picton, Alabama Lodge #4
Prizes: MTM Predator Watch, CRKT Crossover Shear, Maui Jim MauiPure Sunglasses, 5.11 Tactical Women’s Taclite Pro Long Sleeve Shirt, Leatherman MUT, LED Lenser M7R Flashlight, Bates Footwear Men’s Tahoe Boot
Second Place:
Stephen Hippel, Arizona Lodge #1
Maria Palumbo, New Jersey Lodge #13
Prizes: CRKT Crossover Shear, Maui Jim MauiPure Sunglasses, 5.11 Tactical Women’s Taclite Pro Long Sleeve Shirt, Leatherman MUT, LED Lenser M7R Flashlight, pair of Bates Footwear Men’s Tahoe Boot
Summer 2012 Issue
Summer Tactical Apparel Sweepstakes
Winners:
Richard Cujdik, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Judd Nortell, Illinois Lodge #8
Raymond Papapietro, New Jersey Lodge #56
Prizes: Tru-Spec by Atlanco TRU EXTREME Combat Shirt, Pants and Vest Danner Melee GTX Boots
Spring 2012 Issue
Get Pumped Up Sweepstakes Winners
Winners:
Herb Furhman, Connecticut Lodge #31
Joseph M. Wolf, Nebraska Lodge #1
Richard L. Cujdik, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Prize: Weatherby Threat Response Pump Action Shotgun
Herb Furhman, Connecticut Lodge #31
I was one of the recent FOP shotgun sweepstakes winners. Used it today and what a beauty! Smooth, accurate and low recoil with all loads, from bird shot to 00 buck to slugs. It’s definitely a keeper and [I] will share [it with] those I instruct.
Many thanks,
Herb
Winter 2012 Issue
Fight Frightful Weather Sweepstakes Winners
Winners:
David Tobergte, Kentucky Lodge #46
Mike Depaulo, Maryland Lodge #24
Brandon D. Cross, Virginia Lodge #3
Andrew Kapusta, Jr., Michigan Lodge #187
Ken Harris, Colorado Lodge #19
Prize: Horace Small Enforcer Jacket
FOPConnect.com
Big Screen TV Sweepstakes Winner
Hi, The television did arrive and everything is great with it. This thing is HUGE! Not sure it will it in my small house, but we shall see. I was thrilled to find out that I had won the television.
Definitely a very nice gift! Thank you very much! Could you please express my appreciation to FOPConnect and the Grand Lodge. I am very appreciative and thrilled!
Thank you very much!
Carey Stricker
Utah Lodge #6
Winner: Carey Stricker, Utah Lodge #6
Prize: 55-inch Flat Screen HDTV
Fall 2011 Issue
Holiday Haul Away Sweepstakes Winners
Winners:
First Place:
Judd Nortell, Illinois Lodge #8
Prizes: Bushnell HD Torch Flashlight
Butler Creek Baby UpLULA Loader
Coby Electronics SNAPP Cam5002
Coby Electronics KYROS Tablet MID7022
Coby Electronics Vitruvian iPod docking station
Crossbreed Combo Carrier
Golight Model 5149
Hunter’s Specialties Hide-n-Hunt Blind
Lazer TroKar TK125 Magworm BARB Hook
Leatherman Wave Multi-Tool
LED Lenser H14 Headlamp
Spirit of the Blue Foundation Blue Wreath
Uncle Mike’s Reflex Holster
Wright & McGill Co. Stormy Skies Salmon Rods
Second Place:
Steven Cooper, Ohio Lodge #58
Leo Adams, Nebraska Lodge #8
Bruce Cleaver,Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Prizes: Leatherman Wave Multi-Tool and an LED Lenser H14 Headlamp
Summer 2011 Issue
CrossBreed SuperTuck Holster Sweepstakes Winners
Winners:
Tom Velotti, New York Lodge #704
Keith Benton, Maryland Lodge #27
Roger Landeis, Colorado Lodge #31
Michael C. Knechtel, Pennsylvania Lodge #76
Prize: CrossBreed SuperTuck Holster
Spring 2011 Issue
Shop, Shoot ‘n Shine Sweepstakes Winners
Winners:
First Place:
Fernando Flores, Illinois Lodge #17
Prizes: $500 Brownells gift card and an EOTech Holographic Weapon Sight
Second Place:
Jesse Gehrt, Kansas Lodge #59
Prize: Weatherby Threat Response PS-49 Shotgun
Third Place:
John Stasnek, Pennsylvania Lodge #5
Matt Middleton, Kentucky Lodge #614
William W. Buddenberg, Georgia Lodge #37
Prize: Monster Flashlight set, including light, holster, batteries and charger
Winter 2011 Issue
10 Must See Cop Movies Sweepstakes Winner
Winner:
Michael Morehouse, Colorado Lodge #16
Prizes: Blu-Ray player, plus the top 10 must-see cop movies, including, “The Untouchables,” “Dirty Harry,” “The Departed” and “The French Connection”