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NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research

National Institute of Justice

Open
OpenLast verified: 2026-10-10

About This Grant

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research. This opportunity NOFO calls for applications in two categories: Category 1: Crime and Justice Research: Category 1 will support applications for research on new programs, strategies, and technological solutions to improve workforce effectiveness, enhance operational readiness, and support safety in the adult criminal justice system. Category 2: Assessment of the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) De-escalation Training Program: Category 2 will support proposals to study the implementation and impact of the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) De-Escalation Training Program.

Grant Summary

NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research is a National Institute of Justice grant providing up to $5M for municipality, nonprofit, university. Applications are due 2026-11-16 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

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Focus Areas

science_technology_and_other_research_and_development

Eligibility

municipalitynonprofituniversitysmall businesstribal governmentschool district

How to Apply

Funding Range

Up to $5M

Deadline

2026-11-16

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research from National Institute of Justice, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 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.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Institute of Justice before the deadline.
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NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research?

NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research is offered by National Institute of Justice. The listing names these applicant types: municipality, nonprofit, university, small business, tribal government, school district. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. The funder's eligibility section is the authority, so confirm your organization type, location, and the population or project served against it before applying.

How much funding does the NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research provide?

NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research provides up to $5M per award from National Institute of Justice. 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 NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research deadline?

Applications for NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research are due 2026-11-16 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, National Institute of Justice, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research?

To apply for NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research, 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 National Institute of Justice.

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