NIJ FY 2026 Invited to Apply - Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program

This opportunity is for the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) FY 2026 Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program. The program aims to support projects that improve the functioning of the criminal justice system, prevent or combat juvenile delinquency, and assist victims of crime. The opportunity is only for OJP-Byrne projects to be administered by NIJ. Key aspects of the program include: • Improving the functioning of the criminal justice system • Preventing or combating juvenile delinquency • Assisting victims of crime • Supporting projects designated for funding pursuant to the Department of Justice Appropriations Act, 2026 • Eligibility is limited to those identified in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement for projects designated for funding.