WAEPA Leadership Insights
Enjoy a glimpse into what goes into eight decades of expertise. Here, you’ll find recent news stories, thought leadership opportunities, and more.
Why WAEPA is Built for You
In this brief message, WAEPA CEO M. Shane Canfield highlights what makes WAEPA uniquely designed for Civilian Federal Employees and their families. From affordable, portable life insurance to exclusive benefits like financial planning from EY and college scholarships, Shane shares how WAEPA’s nonprofit model puts members first — helping Federal families protect what matters most, during and after Federal service.
Recent WAEPA News
Since 1943, WAEPA’s commitment to serving the Federal workforce has remained steadfast. Explore some of our recent efforts.
WAEPA Wins Two 2025 MarCom Awards, Recognizing Creative Marketing Campaigns
WAEPA’s Direct Marketing and Out-of-Home Marketing Efforts received “Gold” recognition from MarCom Awards in the Advertising/Marketing category.
2026 WAEPA Scholarship Program Application Now Live
WAEPA will proudly offer tuition assistance to up to 90 children of members. Application deadline is Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4 p.m. ET.
Yearly recap
With CEO, M. Shane Canfield
CEO M. Shane Canfield reviews highlights from 2024 and provides insight into what members can expect ahead. Canfield covers key topics including 2024 revenue, product launches, membership milestones, and more.
Recent WAEPA Features
After more than 80 years, WAEPA knows Fed life.
Find recent featured pieces below.
RECENT PODCAST EPISODE
Anchored in Mission with Sean O’Keefe
Former Navy Secretary and NASA Administrator, Sean O’Keefe discusses motivating mission-driven teams through uncertainty.
QUARTERLY REPORT
Winter 2026
Quarterly Report
Members can find our most recent quarterly report here. Each quarterly report includes a CEO message, helpful resources, and more.
staff SPOTLIGHT
Celine Serrano
Application Systems Support Specialist
“WAEPA allows me to combine my passion for technology with meaningful service. The highly collaborative and diverse environment at WAEPA makes working here truly great. WAEPA isn’t just a job for me; it’s a family and chance to contribute to something impactful in the Federal space.”
Celine Serrano has been a member of WAEPA’s Information Technology team since March 2019.