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KACo Insurance Grant Application: Law Enforcement

The Kentucky Association of Counties is pleased to once again offer members of the KACo Workers’ Compensation Fund and KACo All Lines Fund the opportunity to apply for a KACo Insurance Grant.

These grants are designed to help members invest in products, services and improvements that reduce risk and prevent losses associated with KACo’s insurance programs.Three grant opportunities are available during the 2026–27 grant cycle. Each grant has its own application period and list of eligible projects:
  • Fiscal Courts & Political Subdivisions: Aug. 17–Sept. 4, 2026
  • Law Enforcement: Sept. 8–25, 2026
  • Jails: Oct. 12–30, 2026

Application Instructions

Eligibility

  • For this application, sheriff and county police offices that are members of the KACo Workers’ Compensation Fund or KACo All Lines Fund are eligible to apply.

Application Process

  • Complete the online application below.
  • You will receive an email confirmation once your application has been received.
  • Members may submit one application during the application period.

Application Period

  • Sept. 8 - 25, 2026
  • Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. ET on Sept. 25, 2026.
  • Applications received early will receive first consideration during the review process.

Grant Amount and Matching Requirement

  • Maximum grant award: $7,500
  • Eligible purchases must be made after July 1, 2026.
  • KACo will reimburse 80% of the approved project cost.
  • The member must contribute at least 20% of the total project cost.

Priority Funding Areas

Applicants must select one priority funding area for their project:

  • Legal liability
  • Officer safety
  • Vehicle accidents
  • Slip, trip and fall
  • Property damage

Projects should demonstrate a clear connection to reducing the likelihood or severity of losses covered by the member’s KACo insurance program.

Eligible Products and Services

  • Eligible products and services are listed under each priority funding area in the application.
  • Applicants may select one or more products or services within their selected priority area. For each item, provide a brief description of the project or intended use and the total cost.
  • Applicants may select “Other” when a specific safety need is not represented on the list. However, applicants are highly encouraged to select products or services identified in the application whenever possible.

Helpful Tips for Applicants

When completing your application:

  • Focus on projects that directly reduce risk or losses.
  • You may include multiple products or services as part of your project.
  • Highlight purchases that are important to your operations but may be difficult to fund through your regular budget.
  • Be specific about the safety issue you are addressing and how the proposed investment will help reduce that risk.

Award Decisions and Purchasing Guidelines

  • Applicants will be notified by email once all applications have been reviewed and award decisions have been finalized.
  • The review and decision-making process will take several weeks following the application deadline.
  • Important: Approved projects must involve purchases made after July 1, 2026. Purchases made before this date are not eligible for reimbursement.

Questions?

For questions about the KACo Insurance Grant program, contact:

Michael Ray
michael.ray@kaco.org
502-223-7667 

KACo Insurance Grant Application

Law Enforcement 

Choose one *
Project Information
Choose one priority area to be funded.

Choose one or more the following products or services to be funded. For each item chosen, provide a brief description of the product or service and how it will be used or implemented. Please limit your description to 300 characters or less.
Body-worn camera systems
In-vehicle camera systems used to monitor arrestees during transport
Products, services or training related to de-escalation or less-lethal approaches when interacting with members of the public
Moving-target firearms training systems
High-risk warrant service training
Other
Devices designed to detect the presence of hazardous chemicals or drugs
Protective clothing, needle-resistant gloves and other equipment designed to protect officers from exposure to bloodborne pathogens, hazardous chemicals or drugs
Drones used to support law enforcement operations and reduce officer exposure to potentially hazardous or high-risk situations
Other
Dash camera systems and law enforcement-specific telematics designed to improve driving safety and driver performance
Backup cameras and proximity sensors
Mirrors or other equipment designed to reduce or eliminate vehicle blind spots
Driver safety and accident-prevention training
Other
Repairs or improvements that address slick, damaged or uneven walking surfaces, including stairs
Handrail installation, repair or improvement
Lighting improvements designed to reduce slip, trip and fall hazards
Slip-resistant floor mats, treatments or coatings
Warning signs or other devices used to identify temporary slip hazards
Cord and hose reel devices or systems
Yaktrax or similar devices designed to provide snow and ice traction to existing footwear
Other
Smart water-leak detection and alarm systems
Smart water shutoff valves
Monitoring systems, sensors or other devices designed to detect or prevent frozen water pipes
Smoke detectors and alarms
Fire extinguishers
Flammable-liquid storage cabinets
Electrical surge protection devices
Lightning-protection or lightning-arrestor systems
Other
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