Arkansas Public Safety Funding
Arkansas Public Safety Grants
Explore Arkansas public-safety and law enforcement grant pathways for opioid response, forensic science, DNA backlog reduction, school safety, community policing, officer wellness, de-escalation training, interoperable communications, digital investigations, domestic violence response, surveillance, drones, and mission support.
State Motto: Regnat populus (The people rule)
Arkansas’s public-safety funding landscape includes federal programs, state-administered pathways, homeland security resources, and private/community funding opportunities.
State Resources & Compliance Context
Arkansas Grant Administrators and Public-Safety Resources
Use these state-specific resources as a starting point for grant planning, training alignment, homeland security coordination, NDAA compliance awareness, and procurement preparation.
State Administering Agency
Department of Finance and Administration - Intergovernmental Services
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Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM)
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Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST)
Visit POST ResourceFiscal Year & Compliance
Fiscal Year: Jul 1 - Jun 30
State-Level Ban Status: Active Ban
Reference: Act 525
Available Funding Pathways
Arkansas Grant Opportunities
The opportunities below include federal, federal/state, and private funding pathways that may support Arkansas public-safety missions. Review each source directly for current eligibility, deadlines, allowable costs, and application instructions.
| Grant | Level | Source | Best Fit / Technology | Deadline Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BJA – Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program (COSSUP) | Federal | BJA | Data-sharing / deflection platforms / naloxone support systems / case management / coordination tools | Projected: May 1, 2027 |
| Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grants | Federal | BJA | Crime-lab equipment / LIMS / DNA / toxicology / digital forensics | Projected: Oct 1, 2026 |
| DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) | Federal | BJA | DNA lab equipment / Rapid DNA / CODIS processing / capacity expansion | Projected: Oct 1, 2026 |
| BJA Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) for State Prisoners Program | Federal / State | BJA | Treatment-program support / case management / recovery support / reentry coordination | Projected: Jan 1, 2027 |
| National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) | Federal | BJA | Evidence management / lab testing / case tracking / multidisciplinary coordination | Projected: Aug 1, 2026 |
| DOJ – STOP School Violence Program | Federal | BJA / COPS | Anonymous reporting systems / alerting / communication / limited school-safety technology | Projected: Jul 1, 2026 |
| Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants | Federal | COPS Office | Pilot projects / analytics / outreach / workflow improvement / novel tools | Projected: Jul 1, 2026 |
| Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Program | Federal | COPS Office | Wellness programming / training / clinical support / family resources | Expected: Jun 23, 2026 |
| Safer Outcomes: Enhancing De-Escalation and Crisis Response Training | Federal | COPS Office | Training delivery / scenario tools / program support | Expected: May 27, 2026 |
| COPS Office – Technology and Equipment Program (TEP) | Federal | COPS | Interoperable communications / policing tech / equipment | Projected: Apr 1, 2027 |
| Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program | Federal | OJJDP | Digital forensics / investigative technology / training / task-force support | Projected: Oct 1, 2026 |
| OVW – Improving Criminal Justice Responses (ICJR) Program | Federal | OVW | Case management / lethality assessment tools / victim-response technology / limited investigative tools | Projected: Apr 30, 2027 |
| Lowe's 2026 Community Impact Grant | Private | Lowe's Foundation | Infrastructure Tech / Safety Upgrades | Passed (Mar 20). Next Expected: Feb 2027.: Mar 1, 2027 |
Award Intelligence
Recent Arkansas Public-Safety Award Examples
Award history can help agencies see that public-safety organizations do receive funding and can provide useful context when shaping future requests, budgets, and mission narratives.
| Awardee | Grant / Program | Type | Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Little Rock | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $300,143.00 | FY 2024 |
| West Memphis Police Department | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $114,289.00 | FY 2024 |
| City of Fayetteville | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $73,927.00 | FY 2024 |
| City of Fort Smith | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $66,443.00 | FY 2024 |
| City of North Little Rock | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $49,426.00 | FY 2024 |
| City of Pine Bluff | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $49,070.00 | FY 2024 |
| City of Jonesboro | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $39,180.00 | FY 2024 |
| County of Faulkner | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $34,791.00 | FY 2024 |
| City of Rogers | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $29,736.00 | FY 2024 |
| City of Paragould | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $24,323.00 | FY 2024 |
| City of Jacksonville | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $22,942.00 | FY 2024 |
| County of Garland | BJA FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG - Local Solicitation | General law enforcement / public safety | $22,653.00 | FY 2024 |
MAXSUR Solution Pathways
Connect Arkansas Funding to Field-Ready Capability
Many grants are mission-driven rather than product-driven. These MAXSUR resources can help agencies connect funding pathways to deployable public-safety capabilities.
Grant Resource Center
Return to the MAXSUR Public Safety Grant Resource Center for state and territory grant pathways, updates, and funding strategy resources.
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Use Grant Funding More Efficiently With Cooperative Procurement
Finding a grant is only part of the process. Once funding is identified or awarded, Arkansas agencies still need a compliant and efficient path to purchase, deploy, and support the equipment or services tied to the project.
MAXSUR participates in cooperative purchasing through BuyBoard, which may help eligible agencies simplify procurement, access contract pricing, and move faster from funding approval to field-ready capability.
BuyBoard eligibility, grant allowability, and procurement requirements may vary by agency, funding source, and jurisdiction. Agencies should confirm requirements with their procurement office, grant administrator, and legal counsel before purchase.