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FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program- Technical Assistance Invitational: eligibility, deadline, and how to apply (2026)

Updated October 2026 5 min read

Key Facts

Agency
Community Oriented Policing Services
Award Range
up to $400,000
Deadline
Closed 2026-08-04
Time Remaining
This cycle closed on 2026-08-04. Check grants.gov for the next cycle.
CFDA Number
16.710
Bottom line: The FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program- Technical Assistance Invitational provides up to $400,000 in funding through the COPS Office. This opportunity seeks to fund a Village Public Safety Officer training academy and continue funding for the Tribal Community Response Plans (TCRP).

The FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program- Technical Assistance Invitational is a federal funding opportunity administered by the COPS Office. This guide covers everything you need to know to determine whether you qualify and how this award works once the next cycle opens.

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Eligibility requirements

To qualify for the FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program- Technical Assistance Invitational, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Details from the notice: The FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program - Technical Assistance Program - Invitational is limited to applicants that have received a direct invitation from the COPS Office. Applicant types on grants.gov: Other applicants described in the notice; Private institutions of higher education; Independent school districts; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).

Eligibility requirements can change between funding cycles. Always verify the current criteria on the official Grants.gov listing before beginning your application.

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How to apply: step by step

  1. This notice is by invitation only. The agency invited specific applicants to apply; organizations that did not receive an invitation cannot apply.
  2. If you received an invitation, follow the application steps in the official listing.
  3. Otherwise, look for open programs. Use our free Grant Finder to find programs you can apply to.

Grant details

Detail Information
Grant Name FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program- Technical Assistance Invitational
Funding Agency Community Oriented Policing Services
CFDA Number 16.710
Award Minimum Not published
Award Maximum $400,000
Deadline Closed 2026-08-04
Category Public Safety & Justice
Matching Required No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program
Application Link Apply on Grants.gov

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program- Technical Assistance Invitational?

Details from the notice: The FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program - Technical Assistance Program - Invitational is limited to applicants that have received a direct invitation from the COPS Office. Applicant types on grants.gov: Other applicants described in the notice; Private institutions of higher education; Independent school districts; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized). Requirements can change between cycles, so always verify on the official Grants.gov listing before applying.

What is the deadline for FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program- Technical Assistance Invitational?

The current deadline is closed on 2026-08-04; the next cycle has not been posted. Many federal grants operate on annual or rolling cycles. If this deadline has passed, check the Grants.gov listing for the next funding opportunity.

Does FY26 Tribal Resources Grant Program- Technical Assistance Invitational require matching funds?

No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program. Matching requirements can vary by fiscal year and applicant type, so confirm with the funding agency before committing resources.