# Missouri Awards $10M Crime-Fighting Grants

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe announced the allocation of **$10 million** in Blue Shield grants to 350 jurisdictions across the state on September 14, 2026. These grants are intended to enhance local law enforcement capabilities by funding equipment such as mobile data terminals, body cameras, ballistic vests, radios, and vehicles, as well as training programs. The initiative targets counties, cities, towns, and a school district designated as Missouri Blue Shield communities, emphasizing public safety improvements and crime reduction efforts.

- The Missouri Department of Public Safety administers the program, reflecting state-level commitment to strengthening local law enforcement resources.
- Procurement professionals should note the broad distribution of funds across multiple jurisdictions, indicating opportunities for vendors supplying law enforcement equipment and training services.
- This funding cycle underscores the importance of compliance with state procurement processes and readiness to support diverse law enforcement needs.
- Companies specializing in public safety technology and equipment may find increased demand driven by this grant program's focus on modernization and capability enhancement.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Government Entities
- Missouri Department of Public Safety
- Office of the Governor of Missouri

### Key Quotes
> From day one, we've made it clear that public safety is our number one priority, and the Blue Shield program is about putting that commitment into action.
> — Mike Kehoe, Governor

### Sources
- [Governor Kehoe Announces $10 Million in Crime-Fighting Grants to 350 Missouri Blue Shield Communities | Governor Mike Kehoe](https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-announces-10-million-crime-fighting-grants-350-missouri-blue) - MO