FY25 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Implementation Projects
ID: 358969Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Community Oriented Policing Services (USDOJ-OJP-COPS)

Award Range

$0 - $9M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Law, Justice and Legal Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358969

Additional Information

https://cops.usdoj.gov/grants
Timeline
    Description

    The Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) of the U.S. Department of Justice is inviting applications for the FY25 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Implementation Projects grant. This funding aims to enhance the delivery and accessibility of mental health and wellness services for law enforcement officers, focusing on initiatives such as peer support, training, family resources, and suicide prevention programs. The total estimated funding for this program is $8,850,000, with an expected 55 awards to be granted, and applications must be submitted by June 24, 2025. Interested applicants, specifically state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies, can find more information and assistance through the COPS Office Response Center at AskCopsRC@usdoj.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    AskCopsRC@usdoj.gov
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