BJA FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program
About This Grant
This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the BJA FY 2026 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) — Competitive Grants Program. This opportunity will increase capacity of states and units of local government with existing crime laboratories to process DNA samples for entry into the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS). The purpose of the CEBR Competitive Program is to maximize the effective utilization of DNA technology to strengthen evidence-based criminal justice responses. The priorities of the CEBR Competitive Program are (1) to use DNA technology to increase the capacity and/or efficiency of publicly funded forensic DNA laboratories to conduct analysis of DNA samples for entry into CODIS and (2) implementing Rapid DNA in the booking station(s) in eligible jurisdictions. The program is designed to fairly and efficiently prioritize jurisdictions facing operational challenges by considering key performance measures reported by publicly funded forensic DNA laboratories. This program is for Competitive funding only. The BJA FY 2026 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) — Formula Grants Program for formula funding will post at a later date. Eligible agencies may apply for both Competitive and Formula CEBR Funding.
Grant Summary
BJA FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program is a Bureau of Justice Assistance grant providing up to $4.9M for municipality. Applications are due 2026-11-03 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
- Other units of local government: For the purposes of this notice of funding opportunity, other units of local government include towns, boroughs, parishes, villages, or other general purpose political subdivisions of a state.
How to Apply
Up to $4.9M
2026-11-03
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for BJA FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program 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 FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the BJA FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program?
BJA FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program 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 FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program provide?
BJA FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program provides up to $4.9M 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 FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program deadline?
Applications for BJA FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program are due 2026-11-03 (open). 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 FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program?
To apply for BJA FY26 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Competitive Grants Program, 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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