Synopsis

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.
Response Date	Nov 16, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Posting Date	Oct 09, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date
Award Ceiling	5,000,000
Award Floor	N/a
Cost Sharing	No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

Small businesses, City or township governments, Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Independent school districts, Private institutions of higher education, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Special district governments, County governments, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, State governments, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education

Additional Info on Eligibility:

N/a

Additional Information

Agency Name	National Institute of Justice
Link to Additional Information:	Full Announcement
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 202-616-5314

CFDA Program(s)

• 16.560: National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants