This is your weekly grant opportunities update from The National Special Districts Association. Special districts are either eligible to apply directly, or able to partner with a qualifying entity to apply for any of the grants listed. 

New Grant Opportunities

Department of Justice

FY 2025 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Program

• WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program reimburses states, units of local government, and federally recognized Indian tribes, for up to 50 percent of the cost of body armor vests purchased for law enforcement officers. 
• WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Eligible entities are jurisdictions that employ law enforcement officers, including general-purpose units of local government, federally recognized Indian tribes, and state governments.
• TOTAL FUNDING AMOUNT? Unspecified
• WHEN IS IT DUE? December 19, 2025

Federal Shutdown Resources

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, updates on new program funding and awards have been delayed. We have included the following resources to help you stay informed during this pause. For additional guidance, please reach out to your TFG Client Manager.

• CRS: Government Shutdowns and Executive Branch Operations: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (September 2, 2025)
• CRS: Government Shutdowns and Legislative Branch Operations: Frequently Asked Questions (September 30, 2025)
• LIH: Unlock a Second Operating Budget: How Optimizing Grants Management Delivers Results in Uncertain Times Webinar Recording and Summary
• NACo: What Counties Need to Know When a Government Shutdown Happens
• NCSL: Federal Government Shutdown: What It Means for States and Programs
• NLC: Local Official Checklist: Navigating a Federal Government Shutdown
• TFG: Local Impacts of a Federal Government Shutdown