FY26 Community Policing Development (CPD) Accreditation Program
This grant supports the creation and enhancement of state or territorial law enforcement accreditation bodies by funding technical assistance, cost reduction, customer service, marketing, and policy development.
Funder: Community Oriented Policing Services
Due Dates: August 27, 2026 (Grants.gov) | September 3, 2026 (JustGrants)
Funding Amounts: Up to $350,000 per award; approximately $2,500,000 total funding; 9 awards expected.
Summary: Supports the establishment and enhancement of law enforcement accreditation bodies to advance community policing through technical assistance, subsidized accreditation costs, and improved resources.
Key Information: Prior awardees for accreditation in FY2024 or FY2025 are ineligible for FY2026 funding.
Description
This program, offered by the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) at the U.S. Department of Justice, seeks to expand and strengthen law enforcement accreditation in states and territories. Funding is available to establish new or support existing accreditation bodies, with a focus on providing technical assistance to agencies, subsidizing or underwriting accreditation costs, improving customer service and marketing, and developing user-friendly policy templates. The initiative supports the broader mission of advancing community policing and public safety through organizational development and resource sharing.
