Operation Stonegarden
Operation Stonegarden funds coordinated, risk-based law enforcement efforts to secure Texas/Mexico and international water borders through joint agency collaboration.
Funder: Government of Texas
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically over $25,000; funding allocated based on border security risk prioritization
Summary: Supports coordinated law enforcement efforts to secure Texas/Mexico and international water borders through risk-based resource allocation.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies.
Description
Operation Stonegarden is a grant program administered by the Office of the Governor of Texas to enhance cooperation and coordination among federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies. Its primary aim is to secure the Texas/Mexico land border and international water borders through joint efforts, resource sharing, and strategic deployment of personnel and equipment. Funding is allocated using a risk-based prioritization methodology developed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, targeting areas with the greatest security needs.
