The FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program is a grant opportunity from the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) aimed at supporting law enforcement agencies by establishing or supporting accreditation bodies. The goal is to improve community policing practices through technical assistance, cost defrayment, and policy development.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of entities including nonprofits, city or township governments, special district governments, county governments, Native American tribal organizations, for-profit organizations, state governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, individuals, and both public and private institutions of higher education.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Entities not involved in law enforcement or community policing
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete applications
- Entities not fitting the eligible applicant types
- Requests exceeding the maximum award amount
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status, government entity verification)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational capability statement
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
- Previous accreditation experience (if applicable)
- Registration with federal grant systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
Cautions
- Ensure all application materials are complete and submitted by the deadline.
- Verify eligibility before applying.
- Carefully review the budget to ensure it aligns with allowable expenses.
- Be prepared to demonstrate how the funding will enhance community policing.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) status, city or township governments, special district governments, county governments, other Native American tribal organizations, for-profit organizations, state governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, individuals, and both public and state institutions of higher education, as well as private institutions of higher education.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of entities including nonprofits, city or township governments, special district governments, county governments, Native American tribal organizations, for-profit organizations, state governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, individuals, and both public and private institutions of higher education.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Entities not involved in law enforcement or community policing
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete applications
- Entities not fitting the eligible applicant types
- Requests exceeding the maximum award amount
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to provide technical assistance, cover accreditation costs, improve customer service, enhance marketing efforts, and develop user-friendly policy templates for law enforcement agencies.
Total Program Funding
$2,500,000
Expected Awards
9
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 27, 2026(36 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility based on entity type
- Register with SAM.gov
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather letters of support or partnership
- Submit application by August 27, 2026