Federal Grant Award Summary

The Arkansas State Police received a $200,000 project grant from the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office under the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA), CFDA 16.070, effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. The award funds the expansion of the Frontline program, which provides comprehensive mental health and wellness support services to spouses and significant others of Arkansas State Police trooper recruits and Criminal Law Enforcement Training (CLEST) Basic Academy cadets. Program deliverables include accessible, practical tools and resources addressing stress management, change navigation, community building, and personal and interpersonal growth for law enforcement families.

The grant incorporates a dedicated research and evaluation component to assess program outcomes and drive continuous improvement through measurable data analysis. The Arkansas State Police will be responsible for submitting semiannual programmatic performance reports and quarterly Federal Financial Reports (SF-425), along with final closeout documentation. The project is located in Little Rock, Arkansas, and aligns with the LEMHWA program's broader mission to enhance mental health services and family support for law enforcement personnel at the state and local levels.