NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research

About this opportunity

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.

Who can apply

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

Each funder sets its own eligibility, so check the details on their page before you apply.