Overview
Through this program, the Office of Grants and Research (OGR) provides funding for law enforcement to establish and implement body-worn camera (BWC) programs. Grants funds may be used to create a BWC program or expand an existing BWC program. Funding is not available for the replacement of equipment used by police departments with existing BWC programs.
The program aims to improve public safety; enhance community-police relations; foster better accountability for the actions of police personnel; deter inappropriate conduct by police officers and members of the public; capture digital audio-video evidence for criminal, civil and traffic- related court cases; and to be used as a training tool for officer safety and best practices. OGR is offering a second round of FY25 funding to support local law enforcement.
This program is made available through state funding.
Eligibility
Only a police department from a Massachusetts municipality (local unit of government) is eligible to apply. Municipal police departments with less than 50 sworn officers may collaborate in order to submit a joint application for funding under this grant.
Key Dates and Materials
Key Dates:
AGF Posted: October 29, 2025
Application Due: December 3, 2025, by 4:00pm
Anticipated Award Notification: December 2025
Performance Period: January 2026 – June 30, 2026
Application Materials:
Law Enforcement Body-Worn Camera Program - AGF
Law Enforcement Body Worn Camera Program - Online Application
Resources for Grant Recipients
Resources for Law Enforcement Body-Worn Camera Program Funding Recipients - these resources are intended for current grant recipients and should not be submitted with applications for funding.