Safer Outcomes funds are used to promote training on de-escalation and crisis response for law enforcement officers, support personnel employed by law enforcement agencies, and mental health professionals working on crisis intervention teams as employees of a law enforcement agency or under a legal agreement with a law enforcement agency. Supported training programs must address one or more of the following areas of focus: de-escalation tactics and alternatives to use of force; safely responding to an individual experiencing a mental or behavioral health or suicidal crisis; safe encounters with individuals with disabilities; successfully participating on a crisis intervention team; and making referrals to community-based services and support.

The 2025 Safer Outcomes program will encompass two separate solicitations – 1) Curriculum integration for law enforcement academies and state-level training commissions; and 2) support for law enforcement agencies. Approximately $18 million is available for this program.

Note that there are two deadlines. The deadline to submit an SF-424 on Grants.gov is Tuesday, June 24, 2025 (by 4:59pm ET). The deadline to submit the full application, including attachments on JustGrants is Monday, June 30, 3035 (by 4:59pm ET).

Eligibility

Local law enforcement agencies, state law enforcement agencies, tribal law enforcement agencies, and territorial law enforcement agencies are eligible for this program.

Webinar

There will be an informational webinar on Thursday, May 22 at 11am Eastern. Register for the webinar here.

How to Apply

Applicants can visit the How to Apply page for more information, as well as a step-by-step guide on how to apply.