Office of Criminal Justice Grants

FY23-24 Local Firearm Safety Training Program (LFSTP)

CLOSED: September 8, 2023
 

Overview
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) received authority to administer $1.5 Million for the Local Firearm Safety Training Program under Chapter 2023-18, Section 37. Funds under this program may be used for: overtime (and related benefits) for conducting training, printed training materials, presentation equipment and supplies, firearm training equipment (simulator guns, etc.), range day equipment and supplies, virtual reality training equipment and supplies, and firearm instructor training (cost of class and travel for the class).
 
Special Preference

Special consideration will be given to local law enforcement agencies located in one of Florida’s fiscally constrained counties, as provided in Section 218.67, Florida Statutes.
 

Eligibility

This program is open to local law enforcement agencies within the State of Florida.
 

Awards

FDLE anticipates issuing approximately 20 awards, not to exceed $75,000 each to support the development or expansion of firearms safety training to be provided to the public.
 

Project Period

Grants are awarded for a 9-month period, beginning October 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024.
 

How to Apply

FDLE’s Office of Criminal Justice Grants (OCJG) must receive a completed application and budget worksheet by 5:00 PM EST on September 8, 2023 to be considered for funding. All documents must be emailed to OCJGSFA@fdle.state.fl.us. For additional assistance, contact Amber Miller at (850) 617-1269.

 

Funding Opportunity Attachments
  • FY23-24 LFSTP Application Packet
  • FY23-24 Budget Detail Worksheet


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