The Massachusetts Police Association is proud to announce that the 2025 Awards Nomination Period is officially open for recognition at the 125th MPA Annual Convention this October.
Each year, we gather to honor the bravery, dedication, and service of Massachusetts law enforcement professionals—and we need your help identifying this year’s most deserving recipients.
Award Categories:
Medal of Honor
Presented to the families of officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Past honorees include the families of Officer Jack Maguire (Woburn PD), Officer Kevin Ambrose (Springfield PD), Sergeant Sean Gannon (Yarmouth PD), and Sergeant Michael Chesna (Weymouth PD).
Medal of Valor
Awarded for an extraordinary act of courage and heroism while knowingly facing imminent life-threatening danger.
Meritorious Service Medal
Recognizes remarkable achievements under challenging circumstances where lives were at risk or great harm was averted.
Lifesaving Medal
Celebrates officers who perform extraordinary physical acts or render life-saving medical aid to preserve human life.
Distinguished Service Medal
Honors exceptional professional accomplishments, such as solving a cold case or other outstanding work in the field.
Chief Paul Doherty Award
Awarded for outstanding contributions to the advancement of the police profession. Recent recipients include Greg Hill (The Greg Hill Foundation) and Chief Frank Frederickson (Yarmouth PD).
Nominate a Worthy Officer or Community Member Today!
Help us recognize the heroes among us. Nominations must include supporting documentation and be submitted through our online submission form. Be advised that any incident that is being used to nominate an officer must have the permission of the nominee’s Chief.
To Nominate an Officer Please use the Online Nomination Form
Any questions may be directed to Awards Committee by email: [email protected]