State Public Safety Grant Guide
Washington Public Safety Grants
Funding pathways, grant contacts, compliance notes, available programs, and award examples for Washington law enforcement, fire, EMS, homeland security, emergency management, school safety, investigations, training, and mission support.
This Washington 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.
Washington 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: Washington currently shows None for statewide drone or surveillance procurement restrictions in this dataset. No state-wide ban. Agencies may purchase foreign drones unless using federal funds. Agencies should still confirm current requirements before issuing solicitations, selecting technology, or spending grant funds.
Available Funding Pathways
Washington Grant Opportunities
The programs below include state, federal, federal pass-through, and private funding pathways that may support Washington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 |
| CJTC – ESHB 2015 Public Safety Funding | Private | WA Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) | Medical Tech / Wellness / Hiring | Expected: Jul 1, 2026 |
| Washington Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program | Federal / State | WA Department of Commerce (DOJ/BJA) | Planning / evaluation / technology improvement / equipment / training | Expected: Jun 1, 2026 |
| Washington JAG Innovation Fund | Federal / State | WA Department of Commerce (DOJ/BJA) | Pilots / data systems / evaluation / technology-enabled service delivery | Passed (Feb 2, 2026). Next Expected: Feb 2027. |
| Washington JAG Priority Area Funding | Federal / State | WA Department of Commerce (DOJ/BJA) | Planning / evaluation / technology improvement / program support | Passed (Jan 2026). Next Expected: Jan 2027. |
| 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 |
| DNR – HB 1168 Operations Grant Program | State | WA Dept. of Natural Resources (DNR) | Drones / Radios / Wildfire Tech | Projected: Mar 1, 2027 |
| Washington Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program | Federal / State | WA Military Department (FEMA) | Counter-UAS detection / identification / tracking / monitoring technology | Passed (Closed for 2026 Event) |
| Washington FIFA World Cup Grant Program | Federal / State | WA Military Department (FEMA) | Command-and-control / communications / planning / equipment / training | Passed (Closed for 2026 Event) |
| Washington Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) | Federal / State | WA Military Department (FEMA) | Equipment / training / exercises / planning / interoperable communications | Expected Spring/Summer 2026 |
| Washington Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) | Federal / State | WA Military Department (FEMA) | Operational equipment / communications / surveillance support / training | Expected Spring/Summer 2026 |
| Washington State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) | Federal / State | WA Military Dept / WaTech (FEMA/CISA) | Cybersecurity tools / monitoring / incident response / training / planning | Expected Spring/Summer 2026 |
| Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program | Federal | OJJDP | Digital forensics / investigative technology / training / task-force support | Projected: Oct 1, 2026 |
| Washington Multiuse Roadway Safety Account | State | WSDOT | Safety equipment / enforcement support / investigation resources | Check WSDOT Portal |
| Washington WTSC Highway Safety Grants | Federal / State | WTSC (NHTSA) | Overtime enforcement / equipment / training / outreach support | Passed (Spring 2026). Next Expected: Spring 2027. |
| Commerce – Emergency Rapid Response (ERR) | State | WA Dept. of Commerce | Disaster Recovery / Comms / SAR | Rolling |
| Washington Multi-Jurisdictional Task Force (MJTF) Grants | Federal / State | WA Department of Commerce (Byrne JAG) | Investigative support / coordination / intelligence / equipment | Projected: Mar 1, 2027 |
| OVW – Improving Criminal Justice Responses (ICJR) Program | Federal | OVW | Case management / lethality assessment tools / victim-response technology / limited investigative tools | Projected: Apr 30, 2027 |
| SPF – Technology & Innovation Grants | Private | Seattle Police Foundation | C-UAS / CCTV / Specialized Gear | Rolling / Project-Based |
| Washington WASPC Body-Worn Camera Grant Program | State | WASPC | Body-worn cameras / storage / redaction / training | Expected: Jun 1, 2026 |
Award Intelligence
Recent Washington Public-Safety Award Examples
Award examples help agencies see that Washington departments, counties, municipalities, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benton County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $25,867 | FY 2024 |
| Kennewick City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $25,867 | FY 2024 |
| Richland City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $15,437 | FY 2024 |
| Clallam County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $10,900 | FY 2024 |
| Port Angeles City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $10,900 | FY 2024 |
| Clark County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $29,630 | FY 2024 |
| Vancouver City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $91,628 | FY 2024 |
| Cowlitz County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $10,098 | FY 2024 |
| Longview City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $10,098 | FY 2024 |
| Franklin County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $19,200 | FY 2024 |
| Pasco City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $19,200 | FY 2024 |
| King County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $52,398 | FY 2024 |
| Auburn City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $31,954 | FY 2024 |
| Bellevue City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $16,876 | FY 2024 |
| Burien City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $20,888 | FY 2024 |
| Federal Way City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $39,977 | FY 2024 |
| Kent City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $46,146 | FY 2024 |
| Renton City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $30,128 | FY 2024 |
| SeaTac City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $13,999 | FY 2024 |
| Seattle City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $473,384 | FY 2024 |
| Shoreline City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $10,817 | FY 2024 |
| Tukwila City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $13,445 | FY 2024 |
| Pierce County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $112,101 | FY 2024 |
| Tacoma City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $227,134 | FY 2024 |
| Spokane County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $17,512 | FY 2024 |
| Spokane City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $123,997 | FY 2024 |
| Spokane Valley City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $28,440 | FY 2024 |
| Whatcom County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $11,509 | FY 2024 |
| Bellingham City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $28,661 | FY 2024 |
| Yakima County | Local JAG FY2024 | County joint allocation | $12,809 | FY 2024 |
| Yakima City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal joint allocation | $50,434 | FY 2024 |
| Bremerton City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal direct allocation | $14,524 | FY 2024 |
| Everett City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal direct allocation | $34,720 | FY 2024 |
| Fife City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal direct allocation | $14,248 | FY 2024 |
| Kitsap County | Local JAG FY2024 | County direct allocation | $39,423 | FY 2024 |
| Lakewood City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal direct allocation | $39,064 | FY 2024 |
| Lynnwood City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal direct allocation | $10,209 | FY 2024 |
| Marysville City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal direct allocation | $11,426 | FY 2024 |
| Olympia City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal direct allocation | $22,602 | FY 2024 |
| Puyallup City | Local JAG FY2024 | Municipal direct allocation | $11,426 | FY 2024 |
| Snohomish County | Local JAG FY2024 | County direct allocation | $41,471 | FY 2024 |
| Thurston County | Local JAG FY2024 | County direct allocation | $19,809 | FY 2024 |
The Washington award dataset reviewed for this page includes 42 award records totaling approximately $1,890,356 across records with numeric award amounts.
MAXSUR Solution Pathways
Connect Washington 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, Washington 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.