Grant Program Information: | School Safety Personnel and Programming Grant |
Source of Funds: | State General Funds under the SRO Fund |
Amount Available: | To be determined. |
Purpose of Funds: |
To offer relevant school safety personnel within the relevant school division or law-enforcement agency and expenses related to the equipment necessary for relevant school safety personnel and the enhancement of the school-law enforcement partnership through training and programming. |
Program Goals: |
The goal of this funding opportunity is to promote the safety of students and school staff through the use and implementation of positions and programming to prevent crime and violence. |
Eligibility Requirements: |
Units of local government are eligible to apply for and receive these funds but School Resource Officer and School Security Officer grants will be given priority. |
Match Requirements: Resources: |
Local match will be based on the Composite Index of Local Ability to Pay as determined by the Virginia Department of Education. |