FY25 Safer Outcomes: Enhancing De-Escalation and Crisis Response Training for Law Enforcement – Curriculum Integration for Law Enforcement Academies and State-Level Training Commissions
DOJ grant seeks applications to improve law enforcement de-escalation and crisis response training through curriculum integration at academies and state commissions.
Funder: Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office, U.S. Department of Justice
Due Dates: June 24, 2025 (Grants.gov) | June 30, 2025 (JustGrants)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 per award; approx. $4,000,000 total funding; ~8 awards expected; project period typically up to 24 months.
Summary: Supports integration of de-escalation and crisis response training into law enforcement academy and state-level training commission curricula.
Key Information: Only law enforcement training academies or state regulatory bodies with curriculum authority are eligible.
Description
This program from the COPS Office aims to enhance de-escalation and crisis response capabilities within law enforcement by funding the integration of evidence-based training into the curricula of law enforcement academies and state-level training commissions. The initiative seeks to improve outcomes during encounters involving individuals in crisis, promote community trust, and support the professional development of law enforcement personnel. Applicants may propose collaborative projects but must designate a single lead entity responsible for administration and compliance.
