Law Enforcement Community Services Grant Program
This Colorado grant funds law enforcement, local government, and community research projects that improve policing, outreach, and drug intervention to enhance community well-being.
Funder: Department of Local Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Annual pool ~$1,000,000; typical awards range from ~$8,000 to $225,000 per project; annual revenue ~$260,000; multi-project funding possible.
Summary: Supports Colorado law enforcement, local governments, and community organizations to enhance community services such as policing, outreach, and drug intervention.
Key Information: All dates are projected; next cycle expected 2027 when funds are sufficient.
Description
This program, established by Colorado House Bill 18-1020 and governed by Colorado Revised Statute 24-32-124, provides funding to law enforcement agencies, local government entities, and community organizations across Colorado. The aim is to enhance community services including policing and outreach, drug intervention, prevention, treatment, recovery, and other initiatives that strengthen community well-being. Funding is overseen by an advisory committee that reviews applications and recommends awards to the Executive Director of the Department of Local Affairs.
The program is funded through proceeds from forfeiture actions, with a portion allocated for administrative costs. Awards typically support projects that modernize operations, expand co-response initiatives, strengthen prevention programs, build community trust, and close service gaps.
