FY25 School Violence Prevention Program

The FY25 School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) is a grant opportunity offered by the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office), a component of the U.S. Department of Justice. The grant aims to improve security at schools and on school grounds through evidence-based safety programs. Eligible applicants include tribal governments, county governments, state governments, independent school districts, and city/township governments. The grant requires a minimum 25% local cost share, unless a waiver is requested and approved. Applications should demonstrate a comprehensive approach to school safety and must fall within the statutory purpose areas, such as coordination with local law enforcement, training, and acquisition of security technology. The application deadline is June 18, 2025.

The COPS Office anticipates up to $73,000,000 in available funding, with approximately 200 awards ranging up to $500,000 each. Additionally, approximately $1 million will be reserved for microgrants of up to $100,000 for rural, tribal, and low-resourced school districts, with a waiver of the 25% local cost share requirement. The period of performance is 36 months, with a start date of October 1, 2025.