National Institute of Justice
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is a US federal agency funding criminal justice research, development, and evaluation programs through grants.
Get Funded for Forensic Tech & Crime Scene Innovation
This grant from the National Institute of Justice is for businesses developing innovative research and development in forensic trace evidence analysis. Secure funding to improve crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and laboratory analysis for the justice system.
Get Funding for DNA Tech Innovation
Are you developing cutting-edge forensic DNA technology? The National Institute of Justice is seeking innovative research and development to improve DNA analysis and identification, making it faster, more robust, and cost-effective for law enforcement.
Get Funding for Criminal Justice Innovation!
Are you involved in criminal justice or public health and looking to reduce recidivism? This grant funds research to test and improve programs for chronic drug users under community supervision, focusing on drug testing, swift sanctions, and treatment referrals.
Research Grants: Improve Criminal Justice Policy & Safety
Seeking research proposals to study the impact of criminal convictions on offender reentry into communities. This funding aims to inform and improve criminal justice policy and practice.
Get Grants for Crime & Justice Research
Doctoral students pursuing innovative dissertation research on crime and justice issues in the U.S. can apply for funding to support their independent studies. This fellowship aims to foster critical thinking and provide valuable tools for improving the justice system.
Get Funding for Reentry Programs | NIJ Grants
Non-profits and research institutions can apply for funding to rigorously evaluate programs that help adult or juvenile offenders successfully reintegrate into society. This initiative aims to identify and scale effective reentry strategies, ultimately reducing recidivism and enhancing public safety.
Get Funding to Streamline Evidence Tracking
This program offers grants to government entities to implement advanced systems for managing and tracking sexual assault evidence kits from collection to court. Secure funding to improve victim services and combat violent crime with enhanced forensic evidence management.
Unlock Funds for Criminal Justice Innovation & Growth
This grant opportunity supports organizations developing and evaluating new technologies for the criminal justice system. Funds are available to identify, test, and disseminate promising innovations that can improve public safety and operational efficiency.
Get Grant Funding for Criminal Justice Innovation
This grant from the National Institute of Justice is for organizations and law enforcement agencies looking to drive innovation in criminal justice. Funds will support research and programs that address emerging challenges and opportunities within the field.
Unlock DNA Lab Funding: Boost Efficiency & Capacity
Public forensic DNA and DNA database laboratories can apply for funding to implement project-based solutions that enhance capacity, improve efficiency, and tackle backlogged cases. This program aims to streamline DNA sample processing, recording, screening, and analysis for faster results.
Get Funding for Anti-Trafficking Research & Solutions
Are you a researcher or organization focused on combating human trafficking and improving criminal justice? This grant offers funding to fill critical knowledge gaps and develop effective strategies to address trafficking in persons across the U.S.
Grant: Fund Your Domestic Safety & Prevention Programs
Non-profits and research institutions are invited to apply for funding to develop and evaluate programs that prevent and mitigate domestic pathways to terrorism. This grant supports research into risk factors and the development of intervention strategies to combat radicalization.
Get Grants to Reduce Community Violence!
Are you a researcher or organization focused on community safety? This grant funds innovative research to develop proven strategies for lasting reductions in violence. Make a real impact and receive support for your evidence-based solutions.
Get Grants for Forensic Lab Efficiency & Best Practices
Publicly funded forensic labs can receive funding to improve testing and interpretation of physical evidence, leading to more efficient, accurate, and cost-effective operations. This grant supports research that identifies best practices and informs crucial policy decisions within the criminal justice system.
Get Funding for Policing Research & Innovation
Researchers and evaluators can receive funding to study the impact of policing strategies on crime reduction, officer safety, investigations, and prosecutions. This grant supports innovative research into police practices and their effects on communities.
Boost Your Justice Program: Get NIJ Funding!
This grant from the National Institute of Justice is for researchers and organizations focused on improving the U.S. justice system. Funding is available for innovative projects in areas like eyewitness evidence, early intervention for offenders, and enhancing investigations and prosecutions.
Grant Funding for Criminal Justice Safety & Wellness Innovations
This grant supports research aimed at improving the safety, health, and wellness of criminal justice professionals, including projects focusing on stress, job satisfaction, and reducing officer fatalities. Businesses and research institutions can apply for funding to develop and implement innovative solutions in these critical areas.
Funded Research for Firearms Violence Prevention
Researchers and evaluators can apply for grants to study and develop strategies for preventing firearms violence, including public mass shootings. The goal is to enhance public safety through practical, research-backed solutions.
Get Funding for DNA Testing & Case Review
Violent felony cases with potential innocence claims can get funding for postconviction DNA testing. This grant helps cover costs for reviewing cases and analyzing biological evidence to ensure justice.
Get Funding for Law Enforcement Decision-Making Research
Law enforcement agencies and researchers can apply for funding to study officer decision-making during public encounters. This grant supports research to identify factors leading to positive or negative outcomes in various situations.