State Public Safety Grant Guide
Mississippi Public Safety Grants
Funding pathways, grant contacts, compliance notes, available programs, and award examples for Mississippi law enforcement, fire, EMS, homeland security, emergency management, school safety, investigations, training, and mission support.
This Mississippi public-safety grant page is part of the MAXSUR Public Safety Grant Resource Center. It is designed to help agencies identify funding pathways and planning resources for law enforcement technology, drones, surveillance, communications, officer safety, forensic capabilities, traffic safety, school safety, emergency response, training, and broader public-safety initiatives.
Mississippi agencies should use this page as a starting point for funding research, then verify all deadlines, eligibility requirements, allowable costs, and procurement rules with the official funding source, local procurement office, grant administrator, and legal counsel as appropriate.
Planning note: The Mississippi data reviewed for this page identifies an active state-level restriction tied to foreign-made drones for public agencies: Passed legislation restricting the use of foreign-made drones for public agencies, aligning with NDAA security standards. Agencies should confirm current state procurement requirements, NDAA requirements, grant allowability, and local policies before issuing solicitations, selecting technology, or spending grant funds.
Available Funding Pathways
Mississippi Grant Opportunities
The programs below include state, federal, federal pass-through, and private funding pathways that may support Mississippi public-safety projects. Use the official links to confirm current application windows, eligibility, allowable costs, and program requirements.
| Grant | Level | Source | Best Fit / Technology | Deadline Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant | Private | Firehouse Subs Foundation | Drones / Thermal / Rescue Tech | Expected: Jul 9, 2026 |
| BJA – Body-Worn Camera Partnership Program | Federal | BJA | Body-worn cameras / docking / storage / evidence management / policy and training | Projected: Oct 1, 2026 |
| 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 – Local JAG Direct Allocations | Federal | Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) | Equipment / investigative tools / records systems / communications / officer safety | Passed (May 1, 2026). Next Expected: Spring 2027. |
| BJA – Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program | Federal | BJA | Body armor vests | Projected: Jul 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 |
| COPS – Hiring Program (CHP) | Federal | COPS Office | Hiring / rehire support | 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 – School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) | Federal | COPS Office | Notification tech / locks / lighting / school security / officer training | Expected: Jun 18, 2026 |
| COPS Office – Technology and Equipment Program (TEP) | Federal | COPS | Interoperable communications / policing tech / equipment | Projected: Apr 1, 2027 |
| CREATE Foundation – Community Affiliate Grants | Private | CREATE Foundation | Drones / SAR / Safety Gear | County Dependent: County Dependent |
| Community Impact Project Grants | Private | Community Foundation for Mississippi | Safety Tech / Community Well-being | Projected: Sep 15, 2026 |
| OJJDP – Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program | Federal | OJJDP | Digital forensics / investigative tools / training / prosecutorial support | Projected: Oct 1, 2026 |
| Mississippi Office of Highway Safety Grants | Federal / State | Mississippi Office of Highway Safety (NHTSA) | Overtime enforcement / impaired-driving tools / traffic-safety equipment / records | Passed (Jan 30, 2026). Next Expected: Jan 2027. |
| Mississippi OHS Forms and Program Resources | Federal / State | Mississippi Office of Highway Safety (NHTSA) | Program materials / forms / application support / training links | (Resource Hub): Varies |
| Mississippi Highway Safety Grant Application Program | Federal / State | Mississippi Office of Highway Safety (NHTSA) | Overtime / equipment / training / grant-supported enforcement operations | Passed (Jan 30, 2026). Next Expected: Jan 2027. |
| Mississippi Impaired Driving Law Enforcement Grants | Federal / State | Mississippi Office of Highway Safety (NHTSA) | Overtime enforcement / checkpoints / saturation patrols / PBT and DUI support equipment | Passed (Jan 30, 2026). Next Expected: Jan 2027. |
| Mississippi Occupant Protection Law Enforcement Grants | Federal / State | Mississippi Office of Highway Safety (NHTSA) | Seat belt / child-restraint enforcement support / overtime / campaign mobilization | Passed (Jan 30, 2026). Next Expected: Jan 2027. |
| Mississippi Police Traffic Services Grants | Federal / State | Mississippi Office of Highway Safety (NHTSA) | High-visibility enforcement / checkpoints / saturation patrols / speed and restraint enforcement support | Passed (Jan 30, 2026). Next Expected: Jan 2027. |
| Mississippi Local Law JAG Application Program | Federal / State | Mississippi DPS Public Safety Planning (DOJ/BJA) | Equipment / technology / uniforms / supplies / training | Passed (Dec 15, 2025). Next Expected: Dec 2026. |
| Mississippi Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) | Federal / State | Mississippi DPS Public Safety Planning (DOJ/BJA) | Equipment / communications / records / digital evidence / officer safety | Check DPS Portal: Varies |
| Mississippi BETST Training Reimbursement | State | Mississippi DPS Standards and Training / BETST | Training reimbursement | First-come, first-served: Rolling |
| Mississippi BLEOST Training Support | State | Mississippi DPS Standards and Training / BLEOST | Training support / instructional resources | Rolling |
| Mississippi State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) | Federal / State | Mississippi Office of Homeland Security (FEMA/CISA) | Cyber assessments / training / vulnerability management / local system hardening | Passed (Feb 27, 2026). Next Expected: Jan 2027. |
| Mississippi Operation Stonegarden | Federal / State | Mississippi Office of Homeland Security (FEMA/CBP) | Equipment / operations support / training | Check MOHS Portal: Varies |
| Mississippi Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) | Federal / State | Mississippi Office of Homeland Security (FEMA) | Equipment / training / exercises / supplies | Passed (Apr 3, 2026). Next Expected: Mar 2027. |
| Hearin Foundation – Education & Simulation Grants | Private | Robert M. Hearin Foundation | Forensic Tech / Training / Records | (Invitational): Rolling |
| OVW – Improving Criminal Justice Responses (ICJR) Program | Federal | OVW | Case management / lethality assessment tools / victim-response technology / limited investigative tools | Projected: Apr 30, 2027 |
| MS Power – Community Connection / Charitable Giving | Private | MS Power Foundation | Wellness Tech / SAR / Disaster Tools | (Chapter-Led): Rolling |
| Lowe's 2026 Community Impact Grant | Private | Lowe's Foundation | Infrastructure Tech / Safety Upgrades | Passed (Mar 20). Next Expected: Feb 2027. |
Award Intelligence
Recent Mississippi Public-Safety Award Examples
Award examples help agencies see that Mississippi cities, counties, tribal entities, and public-safety partners do receive funding. These examples are not a guarantee of future awards, but they can help agencies understand how funding is being directed across the state.
| Awardee | Grant / Program | Type | Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $182,314 | FY 2024 |
| Gulfport City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $42,356 | FY 2024 |
| Biloxi City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $26,338 | FY 2024 |
| Hattiesburg City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $25,358 | FY 2024 |
| Meridian City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $24,751 | FY 2024 |
| Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians | Local JAG FY2024 | Tribal direct allocation | $21,949 | FY 2024 |
| Tupelo City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $20,968 | FY 2024 |
| Vicksburg City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $19,380 | FY 2024 |
| Southaven City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $19,287 | FY 2024 |
| Laurel City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $17,092 | FY 2024 |
| Olive Branch City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $16,718 | FY 2024 |
| Jackson County | Local JAG FY2024 | County direct allocation | $16,298 | FY 2024 |
The Mississippi award dataset reviewed for this page includes 26 award records totaling approximately $600,692 across records with numeric award amounts.
MAXSUR Solution Pathways
Connect Mississippi Funding to Field-Ready Capability
MAXSUR supports public-safety agencies with mission-focused technology, integration, training, and procurement pathways. These solution areas may align with selected grant programs when tied to eligible missions and approved costs.
Procurement Pathway
Use Grant Funding More Efficiently With Cooperative Procurement
Finding a grant is only part of the process. Once funding is identified or awarded, Mississippi agencies still need a compliant and efficient path to purchase, deploy, and support the equipment or services tied to the project.
MAXSUR’s BuyBoard contract may help eligible agencies streamline procurement, access contract pricing, and move faster from funding approval to field-ready capability for selected public-safety projects.
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.