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FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program Grant

The COPS Office seeks to expand law-enforcement accreditation by establishing new or supporting existing accreditation bodies in states or territories. The clearest fit is an FY26-eligible organization proposing accreditation-focused support to law-enforcement agencies, such as technical assistance, accreditation-cost assistance, customer-service or marketing improvements, or user-friendly policy templates. Applicants funded for accreditation in FY2024 or FY2025 are excluded from FY2026 consideration. Formal review criteria and detailed application instructions are not included in the evidence packet.

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Potential award

$0–$350,000

Time remaining

5 days

Application load

Moderate effort

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Program area

Law, Justice and Legal Services, Justice, Community Safety, Community Development

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Plain-English explanation

The COPS Office seeks to expand law-enforcement accreditation by establishing new or supporting existing accreditation bodies in states or territories. The clearest fit is an FY26-eligible organization proposing accreditation-focused support to law-enforcement agencies, such as technical assistance, accreditation-cost assistance, customer-service or marketing improvements, or user-friendly policy templates. Applicants funded for accreditation in FY2024 or FY2025 are excluded from FY2026 consideration. Formal review criteria and detailed application instructions are not included in the evidence packet.

Editorial analysis

What the funder is trying to accomplish

The COPS Office seeks to expand law-enforcement accreditation by establishing new accreditation bodies and supporting existing ones in states or territories. The stated funding focus includes technical assistance to agencies, accreditation-cost support, customer-service and marketing improvements, and user-friendly policy templates.

Editorial analysis

Strong-fit project signals

The proposal establishes a new accreditation body or supports an existing accreditation body in a state or territory. The project provides technical assistance to law-enforcement agencies in connection with accreditation. The proposed activities include accreditation-cost support, customer-service or marketing improvements, or development of user-friendly policy templates. The applicant falls within an organization type permitted under the FY26 eligibility limitation. The organization was not awarded accreditation funding in FY2024 or FY2025.

Editorial analysis

What reviewers may prioritize

No formal review criteria or scoring priorities are provided in the evidence packet. It is reasonably inferred that reviewers will need a clear explanation of whether the project establishes or supports an accreditation body in a state or territory and how the proposed activities advance accreditation for law-enforcement agencies.

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What this grant funds

The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) is the component of the U.S. Department of Justice responsible for advancing the practice of community policing and the Administration’s priority of Making America Safe Again by supporting the nation’s state, local, territorial and Tribal law enforcement agencies through information and grant resources. The COPS Office seeks to expand law enforcement accreditation through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).

Community Policing Development – Accreditation Under this funding opportunity, the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) is seeking to establish new and support existing accreditation bodies in states or territories. Funding will focus on such activities as providing technical assistance to agencies, defraying or underwriting accreditation costs, improving customer service and marketing, and developing user-friendly policy templates.

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Award range
$0–$350,000
Total program funding
$2,500,000
Expected awards
9
Geography
National
Cost share
Not indicated
Assistance listing
Not specified

Mission alignment

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Geographic fit

National

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Working plan

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Requirements captured

Other requirements
Eligibility for the FY26 Community Policing Development Accreditation program is limited to for-profit and nonprofit organizations, public governmental agencies, federally recognized Indian tribes, institutions of higher education, faith-based organizations, and community groups. Organizations who were awarded funding for accreditation in FY2024 or FY2025 will not be considered for funding in FY2026.
Submission system
Grants.gov
Attachments
COPS Grants
Contact
Community Oriented Policing Services · AskCopsRC@usdoj.gov · 800-421-6770

Official deadline

August 27, 2026

Moderate effort based on requirements currently captured.

  1. Draft the narrative and detailed budget.

  2. Finalize project design, outcomes, and supporting evidence.

  3. Confirm eligibility, registrations, partners, and internal approval.

  4. Submit early and preserve the confirmation receipt.

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Source record

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Verification
verified
Source
grants gov
Last checked
8/21/2026, 9:01:50 AM
Content updated
8/21/2026, 9:01:50 AM
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Quick answersFrequently asked questionsGet concise answers about FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program Grant.
Is FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program Grant currently open?

Yes, based on the latest source record. The deadline is August 27, 2026, with 5 days remaining. Because funders can amend or extend notices, confirm the date and submission instructions on the official application page. The source was last checked 8/21/2026.

How much funding does FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program Grant provide?

FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program Grant lists $0–$350,000 per award. The total program funding recorded is $2,500,000. USDOJ-OJP-COPS expects to make approximately 9 awards, although the final number may vary.

Who can apply to FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program Grant?

Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification); County governments; Private institutions of higher education; State governments; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments);… Applicants should still complete the eligibility quiz and verify every condition in the official notice; a general fit does not override exclusions or registration requirements.

Does FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program Grant require matching funds?

No cost-share requirement is indicated in the captured source facts. Applicants should still verify the official budget instructions in case an amendment, program track, or specific cost category carries additional conditions.

What should I prepare before applying to FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program Grant?

Moderate effort is expected. The captured requirements include other requirements, submission system, attachments, contact. Start by confirming eligibility and registrations, then work backward from August 27, 2026 using the preparation plan above.