Gun Violence Reduction Grant (GVRG)
This grant program is currently accepting applications. Please download the most recent Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) on this page to guide you, and contact the program manager with any questions. You must be a registered user of the Grants Management System to apply.
Online submission deadline:
April 27, 2021 at 3pm
Overview
Description
Grant funds assist law enforcement agencies and/or prosecutors who have a demonstrated need, combined with a viable plan to address firearms related violence in their jurisdictions.
History
The Responsible Gun Safety Act of 2000 established the Maryland Cease Fire Council, chaired by the Superintendent of the Maryland State Police, to assist in establishing programs designed to reduce firearms-related crime. Since the Responsible Gun Safety Act of 2000 was established, the Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention has worked in conjunction with the Cease Fire Council in awarding grant funds.
Categories funded
Eligible to apply
Documents
Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Dates
Projected NOFA Release Month
Projected Application Month
Contacts
Program Manager
Funding Chief
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