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Police1’s Police Grants section provides a comprehensive database of grants, news, information and resources to help law enforcement agencies identify and secure available grant funding.



The Tijuana attack reveals a growing transnational threat — and the urgent need to modernize how state and local agencies acquire counter-UAS tools
Agencies can tap into BJA and COPS Office grants to support mental health services, peer programs and de-escalation training for officers
Guidance for law enforcement agencies to stay compliant, meet submission deadlines and safeguard federal funds while DOJ systems are offline
The grant provides Flint with $450,000 for police and fire sign-on bonuses, $652,456 for retention bonuses and $95,000 for fire performance bonuses, among other benefits
Participants in the program serve as paid interns as they rotate through multiple specialized teams until they are old enough to join the police academy
When Congress fails to fund the government, the fallout hits far beyond Washington — disrupting federal law enforcement operations and leaving local agencies without vital support
Law enforcement agencies can apply for funding through the $75 million Violent Crime Intervention Fund and the newly launched $100 million Downtown Public Safety Grant Fund
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) — commonly known as drones — have become a valuable tool for law enforcement agencies across the nation
The funds, which have been initially approved by state leaders, will cover ICE detention beds, staff bonuses, transportation, overtime pay and equipment costs
Learn how to plan, fund and sustain a real time crime center with practical steps, proven funding sources and strategies to build community trust
What you need to know now for the 2025 grant cycle
The rebranded system enhances grant funding access and simplifies workflows for local government, law enforcement, fire, EMS and corrections agencies
Learn the key terms and acronyms that can make or break your application with this grant terminology cheat sheet
Post-award management: A comprehensive guide for grant users
Creative scheduling, partnerships, technology and grants can help agencies train more officers more effectively — even when budgets are tight
A $2.5 million grant funded the launch of the Philadelphia PD’s partnership with UPenn, which will provide 45 officers a Master of Applied Criminology and Police Leadership degree
The Auburn PD, Cayuga County DA’s Office, Cayuga County Probation Department and Cayuga Sheriff’s Office will receive $372,034 through the Gun Involved Violence Elimination initiative
FEMA’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program helps fund lighting, surveillance and training to safeguard congregants and community members from targeted violence
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Programs cut include those supporting police officer wellness, corrections reentry, victim services, mental health and crime reduction
The grant will provide funding for police and sheriff’s departments to offer 24/7 virtual crisis care calls
How departments can harness grant funding to bridge budget gaps and enhance officer and community safety
Partnership ensures police departments have access to the latest information on available grants and funding opportunities
FEMA Preparedness Grants details have been announced - download the eBook now to get in on the 2025 grants cycle
The Pathways to Policing Act would authorize $50M per year for state and local police hiring grants, and another $50M annually for a DOJ-led nationwide recruitment campaign
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said revamped FEMA grant priorities focus on border enforcement, cybersecurity and election security
AI-enhanced security is an example of how schools are spending security grants awarded following the 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School
In March 2024, the Mercer County Commission approved a $1.75 million American Rescue Plan grant to buy the former bank building and convert it to new headquarters
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