Opportunity Overview
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security is accepting applications for the Statewide School Resource Officer (SRO) Program Grant for the 2026-2027 school year. The program funds local law enforcement entities to place one full-time, POST-certified SRO in each eligible Tennessee K-12 public school, public charter school, and alternative school for which the agency provides SRO services.
Funding
Eligible local law enforcement agencies may request up to $75,000 per year, per SRO, per school. Funding may be used only for costs directly related to placing the SRO in the school, including salary, benefits, training, and equipment. The current 2026-2027 program page does not publish a statewide funding total for this cycle.
Eligibility and Requirements
The applicant must be a local Tennessee law enforcement entity responsible for providing SRO services to the participating eligible school. The funded officer must be a full-time SRO who satisfies Tennessee POST requirements. The application package requires the current program Memorandum of Understanding between the law enforcement agency and the local education agency or public charter school. Applicants must also complete the required W-9 and, as applicable, the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration Supplier Direct Deposit Authorization.
Deadline and Submission
The current 2026-2027 program page states that the application portal is operational and does not list a fixed closing date. The official program FAQ describes the application process as having no cutoff date and says eligible law enforcement agencies may apply throughout the year. Applicants should verify the live portal and current instructions immediately before submission because program information is subject to change based on appropriations.
Reporting and Administration
Approved applicants receive a grant contract from the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security. Program participants are subject to periodic audits and quarterly reporting requirements.
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N9+ Fit: 0/100. This opportunity is restricted to school resource officer staffing, training, benefits, and directly related SRO equipment. It does not establish a legitimate pathway for the Nonagon N9+ remote physical examination platform or QC Healthcare services. Dr. Miltie should not pursue this opportunity as a direct vendor or applicant.
Contact
Program questions may be directed to the Tennessee Office of Homeland Security at TDOSHS_SROGrants@tn.gov or 615-295-5059.