About The Salem Police Foundation

The Salem Police Foundation was founded in 2010.

Mission Statement

The Mission of the Salem Police Foundation is to Promote Community Support for the Salem Police Department.

Vision Statement

To enhance public safety by supporting the Salem Police Department, its members, and the community.

Purpose

  • Employee Recognition and Development
  • Community Outreach/Partnerships/Recruitment/Crime Prevention/Awareness
  • Service Enhancements
  • Assistance for Department Members and their Families
  • Special Projects

Our 2025 Leadership

Board

  • Chane Griggs, President
  • Katie Arnold, Vice President
  • John D. Hawkins, Treasurer
  • Claudia Vorse, Secretary
  • Jeff Davis, Board Member
  • Jacob Sinclair, Board Member
  • Mike Peterson, Board Member
  • Stephanie Bobb, Board Member
  • Allie Saunders, Board Member
  • Jackie Ellerbrock, Board Member
  • Matt Brassfield, Board Member
  • Lena Prine, Board Member
  • Jennifer Benavidez, Board Member
  • Laura Dorn, Board Member
  • Aimee Mendonca, Board Member
  • Chief Trevor Womack, Ex Officio Member
  • Deputy Chief Treven Upkes, Ex Officio Member
  • Cyndi Leinassar, Past President
  • Lori Haraldsen, Past President

Advisory Council

  • Diane McLaran, Chemeketa Community College
  • Paige Clarkson, Marion County District Attorney
  • Dan Wellert, Advanced Technology Group
  • David Withnell, Withnell Motor Co.