The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office)'s mission is to advance the practice of community policing by state, local, territorial, and tribal law enforcement agencies through information and grant resources. This mission is aligned with its role within the U.S. Department of Justice to support law enforcement agencies in building stronger community relationships and enhancing public safety.
The FY24 Enhancing Existing Law Enforcement Accreditation Entities—Community Policing Development Solicitation aims to fund law enforcement accreditation bodies to bolster their accreditation efforts. The grant program supports projects that identify and expand promising practices in law enforcement, emphasizing quality-driven initiatives, evidence-based recommendations, clear and accessible guidance, and memorable information to aid law enforcement professionals in their duties. The overarching goal is to promote community policing by enhancing the performance and accountability of law enforcement agencies, thereby building trust between these agencies and the communities they serve.