Bureau of Justice Assistance
The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is a US federal agency funding grants for criminal justice programs and public safety.
Get Funding for Safer Communities & Law Enforcement
This grant supports initiatives to reduce violent crime and improve community safety by fostering collaboration between law enforcement and community partners. Businesses involved in crime prevention, victim support, or community engagement may be eligible.
Get Grants for DNA Testing & Crime Lab Upgrades
Publicly funded crime labs that conduct DNA analysis can apply for funding to boost their capacity and reduce DNA testing backlogs. This program aims to increase the processing of DNA samples for entry into CODIS, enhancing justice and public safety.
Get Funding to Boost Your Medical Examiner-Coroner System
This grant helps medical examiner-coroner offices improve their systems and achieve accreditation. Funds are available for forensic pathology fellowships and essential resources to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of your services.
Get Funding for DNA Testing to Prove Innocence
This grant helps cover the costs of reviewing cases, finding evidence, and conducting DNA testing for violent felony cases where actual innocence might be demonstrated. If you are involved in a situation where postconviction DNA testing could prove innocence, this funding can help.
Unlock Funding for Better Forensic Science Services
This grant offers formula funding to State Administering Agencies (SAAs) to enhance forensic science and medical examiner/coroner services. Improve your jurisdiction's justice system with this essential support.
Unlock Funding: Improve Forensic Science & Justice Services
Local governments and states can receive grants to enhance their forensic science and medical examiner/coroner services. This funding aims to equip justice systems with better tools to combat crime and promote equity.
Unlock Funding for Forensic Science Improvements!
This program offers crucial support and training to state and local agencies currently receiving BJA forensic science grants. It's designed to boost your capacity and enhance your program outcomes through specialized technical assistance services.
Unlock Funds for Cold Case Prosecutions & Justice
This grant empowers prosecutors and law enforcement to reopen and solve violent crime cold cases by funding critical DNA analysis and investigative activities. Secure funding to bring closure to victims and hold perpetrators accountable.
Unlock Funding: Boost Justice Info Sharing & Safety
Does your state, local, or tribal criminal justice agency need support in adopting effective justice information-sharing solutions? This grant offers training and technical assistance to strengthen counterterrorism, reduce violent crime, and protect public safety personnel.
Get Funding to Fight Prescription Drug Misuse
Are you a state, local, tribal, or territorial prescription drug monitoring program? Secure funding to enhance your operations and combat the misuse and diversion of controlled substances, ultimately improving clinical decision-making and public safety.
BJA Grant: Secure Extra Funding for Justice Initiatives
Are you an organization previously funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance? You're invited to apply for administrative funding adjustments to enhance your existing BJA initiatives and continue your vital work.
Get Funding for Justice Innovation & Crime Prevention
This grant offers funding for innovative projects aimed at preventing crime, improving justice system outcomes, and building trust between communities and law enforcement. Eligible applicants can receive support for new approaches, research translation, and capacity building to address emerging or chronic crime issues and substance use disorders.
Get Funding for Data & Policy in Justice
This grant is for state governments looking to improve criminal justice data collection and analysis. Funds will help implement a core set of metrics for timely and consistent data sharing to inform policy and budget decisions.
Get Funding for Anti-Terrorism Training for Law Enforcement
State, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies can receive funding to access critical training and technical assistance for detecting, investigating, and interdicting terrorism threats. This program aims to equip officers with innovative strategies to combat domestic terrorism.
Boost Your Agency: Law Enforcement Grants for Growth & Trust
Law enforcement agencies seeking to improve public safety, agency operations, and community trust can access funding for crucial training, recruitment, and retention initiatives. This grant empowers organizations to enhance their effectiveness and build stronger community relationships.
Unlock Funding for Reentry Programs & Community Safety
Are you a state, local, or tribal government agency looking to boost successful reintegration for individuals returning to your community? This grant offers funding and expert support to enhance corrections agencies and improve reentry outcomes, including education, employment, and substance use disorder treatment.
Unlock Funding for Safer Jails & Justice Systems
This grant supports jails in enhancing safety, humane conditions, and operational effectiveness for detainees, staff, and visitors. If you manage a jail, access resources and training to meet constitutional and legal standards.
Get Funding to Boost Community Safety & Justice Programs
Local and tribal governments can secure funding to launch or improve community courts. These innovative programs connect individuals with less serious offenses to vital treatment and community services, fostering safer neighborhoods.
Fund Your Justice Innovation: BJA Fellowships Available
This program funds experts and leaders in criminal justice for a 24-month fellowship to advance national policy and drive innovation. Collaborate with BJA and DOJ staff to shape new strategies and programs for a safer, more equitable justice system.
Get Grants to Boost School Safety & Support Students
K-12 schools can get funding to train staff on recognizing and preventing school violence, creating safer learning environments for students and teachers. This program equips professionals to address the underlying factors contributing to violence and support student needs.