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Div of Criminal Justice Serv · Up to $75M

This large New York State grant program (about $75 million total) funds local municipal police departments and sheriff's offices outside New York City to purchase law enforcement technology and related software/equipment. Only governmental law enforcement agencies employing sworn peace officers may apply, with one application per agency, and questions must be submitted by July 31, 2026.

Dept of Environ Conservation · Up to $5M

This grant is open only to government entities and tribal organizations — nonprofits and businesses do not qualify. It funds Municipal Waste Reduction and Recycling Coordination (MWRC) projects, covering education, promotion, planning, and coordination work, with awards of up to $5,000,000. Applications are due October 30, 2026.

Dept of Environ Conservation · Up to $2M

This New York State Municipal Waste Reduction and Recycling Program (2024) funds governmental entities, not-for-profit organizations, and tribal organizations for waste reduction and recycling initiatives, with awards up to $2,000,000. Eligibility spans public, nonprofit, and tribal applicants. The deadline is November 1, 2027.

Department of Health · Up to $2.5M

The New York State Department of Health's Drinking Water Fluoridation RFA funds eligible NYS municipalities to plan (Component A) or implement/maintain (Component B) community water fluoridation systems, with awards up to $2,500,000, on a rolling submission basis. While listed eligibility includes for-profit, governmental, and not-for-profit entities, the program description specifically targets NYS municipalities, so applicants should confirm municipal eligibility before applying. The deadline is September 28, 2028.