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How to Apply for Grants to Implement CLIPr in Your Department

Orlando Diggs
March 17, 2025
5 min read

Let's face it—every minute your officers spend on reports is time stolen from the streets. But what if you could slash reporting time while improving accuracy? 

That's exactly what CLIPr delivers with its AI-powered police report drafting.

Imagine your department with:

  • Officers back on patrol faster
  • More accurate documentation
  • Streamlined workflows
  • Higher team morale

This isn't just about efficiency—it's about refocusing your department on its core mission. And now with grants available to cover the funding, access to this technology has never been closer.

Let's talk about how this can benefit your police department.

Funding Solutions: Where to Find Support

Public Grants: Federal, State & Local Options

The Department of Justice and Bureau of Justice Assistance regularly fund law enforcement technology initiatives. 

Start at Grants.gov to discover federal opportunities tailored to modernizing police operations.

However, don't overlook state-level grants designed for local agencies. These programs often prioritize technology that enhances community safety and operational efficiency.

Pro tip: When applying, emphasize how CLIPr's AI reporting directly supports the funding agency's goals while maintaining CJISSECPOL Compliance and SOC-2 Type 1 certification.

Private Funding: The CLIPr Grants Advantage

Of course, official grants take a long time with a lengthy, tedious application process, and there's no guarantee you'll ever secure the funding. 

If you're looking for a faster solution, CLIPr Grants—a dedicated 501(c)(3) non-profit—specializes in helping departments implement this technology quickly.

Private grants offer:

  • Faster approval processes
  • More flexible implementation timelines
  • Specialized support from people who understand policing
  • Focus on innovation (CLIPr holds 6 U.S. patents)

Application Process: Your Step-by-Step Guide

Whether you're applying for public or private funding, there's a general application process you'll tend to follow.

  1. Define your challenge. Quantify how much time your department currently spends on reporting.
  2. Research opportunities. Explore both public databases and CLIPr Grants' direct assistance programs.
  3. Build your application. Develop a proposal that connects CLIPr's capabilities to your specific departmental challenges.
  4. Gather supporting evidence. Include statistics and testimonials that strengthen your case.
  5. Submit and follow up. Adhere to deadlines and maintain communication with funding organizations.
  6. Implement and report results. Once funded, track outcomes to demonstrate CLIPr's impact.

And if you're looking for a little more guidance, don't worry. The team here at CLIPr can help provide personalized assistance to help you get your application right the first time.

The Impact: What Changes When CLIPr Arrives

With CLIPr in place, your department transforms:

  • Officers spend more time on community engagement
  • Response times improve with streamlined information processing
  • Proactive policing becomes the focus, not paperwork
  • Department morale rises as administrative burdens fall

Supporting the Mission

CLIPr Grants relies on community support to bring this technology to departments nationwide. Your tax-deductible donations directly fund AI implementation in police agencies that need it most.

By supporting this initiative, you're helping officers focus on what matters most: protecting communities, not processing paperwork.

Ready to transform your department? 

Apply for assistance today through CLIPr Grants and put your officers back where they belong—serving the community.