The Senator Charles E. Shannon Community Safety Initiative (Shannon CSI) is a state grant program administered by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS) to “support regional and multi-disciplinary approaches to combat gang violence through coordinated programs for prevention and intervention.”
Donor Name: City of Springfield
State: Missouri
City: Springfield
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/17/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The Shannon CSI Grant Program incorporates the key elements of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Comprehensive Gang Model. Grant funding, oversight, and technical assistance supports regional and multi-disciplinary approaches to combat gang and youth violence through coordinated prevention and intervention, law enforcement, prosecution, and reintegration programs.
Preference will be given to applications that
- propose programs that target geographical areas with demonstrated high levels of youth violence, gang problems, and substance abuse,
- demonstrate a commitment to neighborhood-based strategies,
- Outline a comprehensive plan to work with multidisciplinary partners,
- Provide a written commitment to match grant funds with a 25% contribution from public or private sources.
Funding Information
Agencies are eligible to apply for the maximum amount of $100,000.00.
Grant Period
January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
The City of Springfield and Springfield Police Department (SPD) are encouraging local nonprofits, non-government organizations and partner organizations to submit applications for the Shannon (CSI) Program highlighting their best practices and proven programming.
For more information, visit City of Springfield.
