The Sheriff's Office Association was formed by members of the Sheriff's Office in May of 1951 and incorporated on June 29, 1951. It was started for the purpose of establishing a fund for the widows' and orphans' of members of the personnel of the department and to assist any member who might require aid in time of emergency.  An annual dance was given to raise the necessary fund and the first dance was held on August 25, 1951, which was a great success.  The Sheriff's Office Association also used the funds to support a worthy cause by donating equipment to a charitable organization.  In 1952, the Association purchased sickroom equipment for the San Mateo Cancer Society's Loan Closet, which included wheel chairs, walkers and sickbeds.  Equipment was also donated to the TB Association, the Community Hospital polio ward and the Memorial Blood Bank.

SOA 2nd Annual Ball 1952

Today, the Sheriff's Office Association provides life insurance for each member and hosts several social events including an annual retirement dinner, summer BBQ and holiday dinner.