This grant from the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) is designed to support law enforcement agencies in developing resources and training that promote community policing. It aims to fund projects that create innovative strategies and tools to prevent crime and improve the relationship between police and communities.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of organizations, including state, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies, as well as nonprofits, for-profit organizations, and educational institutions that are interested in developing resources or training programs to advance community policing.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not related to community policing
- Applications exceeding the $1,500,000 award limit
- Incomplete applications
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
- Late submissions
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Organizational background information
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Registration with SAM.gov
- DUNS number
- Compliance with federal grant regulations
Cautions
- Funding is subject to availability and legal requirements
- Ensure alignment with community policing principles
- Be aware of the application deadline
- Follow all federal grant guidelines
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, county governments, city or township governments, special district governments, federally recognized Indian Tribal governments, other Native American Tribal organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations, and any other unrestricted entities. This broad eligibility allows a wide range of organizations to apply, provided they can contribute to the advancement of community policing.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of organizations, including state, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies, as well as nonprofits, for-profit organizations, and educational institutions that are interested in developing resources or training programs to advance community policing.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not related to community policing
- Applications exceeding the $1,500,000 award limit
- Incomplete applications
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
- Late submissions
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and distribute resources on law enforcement topics, create innovative strategies for community policing, and support the COPS Training Portal for law enforcement training.
Total Program Funding
$7,000,000
Expected Awards
12
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 24, 2026(40 days)
Application Checklist
- Register on SAM.gov and obtain a DUNS number
- Prepare a detailed project proposal focused on community policing
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather organizational documents and proof of eligibility
- Secure letters of support or partnership agreements
- Submit application by the deadline