FY25 School Violence Prevention Program
ID: 358757Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Community Oriented Policing Services (USDOJ-OJP-COPS)

Award Range

$0 - $500K

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/358757

Additional Information

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

    The Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) of the U.S. Department of Justice is offering the FY25 School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) grant to enhance security at schools and on school grounds through evidence-based safety programs. Eligible applicants include states, local governments, Indian tribes, and their public agencies, with a requirement for a local cost share of at least 25% unless a waiver is approved. This program is crucial for addressing school violence and ensuring student safety, with an estimated total funding of $73 million available for approximately 200 awards, each ranging from $0 to $500,000. Interested parties must submit their applications by June 18, 2025, and can find more information at the COPS Office website or contact the COPS Office Response Center at AskCOPSRC@usdoj.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    AskCOPSRC@usdoj.gov
    Files
    No associated files provided.
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