FLEOA backs 2026 Marshals Golf Classic for fallen U.S. Marshals’ families

The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association supported the 2026 Marshals Golf Classic on Oct. 5 in Lansdowne, Virginia, to raise money for the U.S. Marshals Survivors Benefit Fund. The event helps families of U.S. Marshals who died in the line of duty, including through educational assistance.

Why it matters: - The Marshals Golf Classic raises money for families of U.S. Marshals killed in the line of duty. - Proceeds support the U.S. Marshals Survivors Benefit Fund. - The fund provides educational assistance and other support to surviving family members. - FLEOA’s participation signals continued backing for federal law enforcement families beyond an officer’s service.

What happened: - The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association supported the 2026 Marshals Golf Classic. - The event took place Monday, Oct. 5, in Lansdowne, Virginia. - FLEOA representatives attended in support of the U.S. Marshals community and the event’s mission. - The tournament brought together members and supporters of the federal law enforcement community.

The details: - The Marshals Golf Classic is an annual event. - Event proceeds will benefit the U.S. Marshals Survivors Benefit Fund. - The fund helps families of U.S. Marshals who have died in the line of duty. - Support from the fund includes educational assistance for surviving family members. - FLEOA says its support reflects a longstanding commitment to federal law enforcement officers and their families. - FLEOA National President Mathew Silverman said the organization is proud to stand with the U.S. Marshals community and the families of fallen officers. - FLEOA says the tournament gives participants a chance to remember fallen officers while helping their families directly.

Between the lines: - The event combines remembrance with fundraising, which can help sustain long-term support for families after an officer’s death. - FLEOA is using the event to reinforce its role as an advocate for federal law enforcement, not a political organization.

What's next: - The event’s proceeds will flow to the Survivors Benefit Fund after the tournament. - FLEOA is expected to continue supporting efforts tied to fallen officers and their families. - FLEOA serves more than 34,000 registered members across more than 65 federal agencies. - The organization says it does not endorse political parties or candidates and instead advocates for federal law enforcement through the legislative process. - More information is available on FLEOA's Facebook page.