Secure Funding For Your ShotSpotter Gunshot Location System

Many funding programs exist to help your agency do more with less!
The following tools and information are provided to assist you in identifying and pursuing funds for the purchase, expansion, and operating costs of your ShotSpotter system.

Have questions? Our funding experts are standing by:
funding@shotspotter.com or 650-960-9253.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What options are available?

  1. There are many Federal and alternative options available including congressional appropriations, Department of Homeland Security grants, Department of Justice grants, and other funding options. Download the ShotSpotter GLS Funding Resource Guide for a comprehensive list.
  2. Contact our funding team to explore all options available to your agency. Email or call 650-960-9253.
  3. Our team will help you select program(s) that are the best fit.
  4. Follow our recommended steps to apply.

Can we pursue multiple funding sources?

  • Yes. Many of the funding opportunities require no local match and there is no penalty for pursuing multiple sources. As such, it is encouraged that your agency apply for as many appropriate funding opportunities as possible.

How can the ShotSpotter funding team help?

  • We provide one-on-one service, and will walk you and your agency through the process.
  • For specific opportunities, our team will review and provide comment on your draft application; solicit letters of support from your Congressional delegation, and provide strategic consulting to increase your opportunities for success.
  • Size doesn't matter. Counties, cities, towns, tribes, institutions, and companies of all sizes can benefit from our services.
  • Leverage our experience! Our team includes some of the nation's most successful federal advocates.
  • In most cases, there is no cost to you!

Who has successfully secured funding?

  • In 2009, we guided our customers in securing approximately $8 million in funds.
  • Many of our customers have used federal and alternative funding for system purchase, expansion, and lifecycle operating costs.

What are the next steps?

There are several funding programs in place to help meet your needs.

  1. Download the ShotSpotter GLS Funding Resource Guide
  2. Contact our funding team at funding@shotspotter.com or 650-960-9253