Expired · Final deadline
2026 funding opportunities for school security improvements and law enforcement hiring, including school resource officers. The July and August application deadlines have passed.
Originally shared in the SchoolSafety.gov grant notice dated June 10, 2026. Earlier opportunities remain published here for reference.
COPS Hiring Program
Supports law enforcement agencies hiring or rehiring career officers to strengthen community policing and crime prevention, including school resource officer positions.
2026 application deadlines: Grants.gov: July 23, 2026, at 4:59 p.m. Eastern Time. JustGrants: July 29, 2026, at 4:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Both deadlines have passed.
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School Violence Prevention Program
Supports evidence-based programs and technology to improve security at schools and on school grounds.
2026 application deadlines: Grants.gov: August 4, 2026, at 4:59 p.m. Eastern Time. JustGrants: August 11, 2026, at 4:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Both deadlines have passed.
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Review each official notice for application steps and eligibility.
Explore the SchoolSafety.gov Grants Finder Tool (opens in a new tab)