BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP)
Bureau of Justice Assistance
About This Grant
This NOFO seeks applications for payments under the statutorily required State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) to eligible states and units of local government that incurred certain types of costs due to incarceration of undocumented criminal aliens during the July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, reporting period. OJP is committed to advancing work that furthers DOJ s mission to uphold the rule of law, to keep our country safe, and to protect civil rights. OJP provides federal leadership, funding, and other critical resources to directly support law enforcement, combat violent crime, protect American children, provide services to American crime victims, and address public safety challenges, including human trafficking and the opioid crisis.
Grant Summary
BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) is a Bureau of Justice Assistance grant providing up to $59M for municipality. Applications are due 2026-06-23 (closing in 5 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $59M
2026-06-23
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) from Bureau of Justice Assistance, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Bureau of Justice Assistance before the deadline.
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BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP)?
BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) is offered by Bureau of Justice Assistance and is generally open to municipality. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) provide?
BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) provides up to $59M per award from Bureau of Justice Assistance. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) deadline?
Applications for BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) are due 2026-06-23 (closing in 5 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Bureau of Justice Assistance, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP)?
To apply for BJA FY25 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Bureau of Justice Assistance.
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