Brennpunkt

The German American Police Association invites members, friends, and community leaders to join us for our annual Oktoberfest Dinner Dance in conjunction with National German American Day! Event Details Date: Friday, October 2, 2026 Time: 6:30 p.m. to Midnight (6:30...

All Members We are once again offering a total of six scholarship awards for 2026, with the drawing being held at our Oktoberfest October 2nd, 2026. Applications deadline is Friday September 18th, 2026. Application detailing eligibility is attached to this email, and...

Just thought I’d pass this on in case you wanted it for newsletter.  My daughter gave a veteran who wanted the 250 year flag so he could bring it to Normandy Beach on the 4th of July. Attached are his pictures. [gallery size="full" columns="2" link="file"...

The annual GAPA Family Picnic will be held this Friday July 10th at Bunker Hills Forest Preserve from 11am-7pm. Food, Beverages, Bouncy House, Inflatables and Pony Rides will be on hand for enjoyment at no cost. Any donation for food would be greatly appreciated...

Welcome to the return of warm weather and summer time. This will be a quick run down summary of recent and future events: On Monday June 8th we held our annual Golf Outing at Renwood Golf Course followed by dinner at the American Aid Society of German Descendants in...

GAPA was represented at the CPD Recognition Ceremony on May 4th 2026 at the Hyatt Hotel downtown. GAPA has been a long time supporter of this event sponsored by the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation.

President John Huinker and chairman of the board Paul Kurtzner attended the international German American police Association dinner celebrating their 50 year anniversary on 4/18/26. Also pictured is president Peter Graber of MILWAUKEE German American police...

We were joined by PAPA, IAPA, KofC Police Council and the Credit Union

Our community is built on the strength of those who protect it, and today, one of our own needs us to have his back. Officer Rich Romani has dedicated over 12 years to serving us with pride and integrity. Now, as he faces a personal battle against cancer, it is our...

Our Spring 2026 edition of Brennpunkt is officially here! We are still buzzing from the incredible energy at GAPA’s 50th Anniversary Oktoberfest celebration. A major highlight of the evening was the powerful performance by the Fanfaren Corp, whose traditional music...