Criminal Justice Reform Grants

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 247 Criminal Justice Reform Grants — 53 open right now, across 52 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1.3K to $59M. The next application deadline is June 2, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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247total grants
53open now
52agencies
$1.3K–$59Mfunding range
Jun 2next deadline
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OJP FY 2026 Special Attorneys Program Round 2

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJP FY 2026 Special Attorneys Program. This program will support state, local, Tribal, and territorial prosecuting…

🏛 Bureau of Justice Assistance 📋 CFDA 16.076 ⏰ Jun 2, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 1 day left Hard to apply

NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation on Corrections

This funding opportunity seeks rigorous proposals on: (1) management and development of the correctional workforce; and (2) correctional officer safety. Proposals for research outside of these…

🏛 National Institute of Justice 📋 CFDA 16.560 ⏰ Jun 2, 2026 💰 up to $3,000,000
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NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation on Forensic Science Systems

This NOFO seeks proposals for rigorous applied research and evaluative studies on the forensic science system. The field of forensic science is changing, particularly as technological…

🏛 National Institute of Justice 📋 CFDA 16.560 ⏰ Jun 2, 2026 💰 up to $2,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

510-RTLR Regions The Living Room

Executive Summary • The Living Room Program (LRP) is for individuals in need of a crisis respite program with services and supports designed to break the…

🏛 Illinois Department of Human Services ⏰ Jun 3, 2026 💰 $750,000 – $1,400,000
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CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation on School Safety

This funding opportunity seeks to fund rigorous and innovative research and evaluation projects to fill knowledge gaps in two topical areas: 1) research on malleable factors…

🏛 National Institute of Justice 📋 CFDA 16.560 ⏰ Jun 3, 2026 💰 up to $5,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 7 days left Hard to apply

Countering Terrorist Financing Flows In and Through Tajikistan

This project seeks to counter the ability of terrorist organizations, including ISIS-K, to exploit vulnerabilities in Tajikistan’s anti-money laundering and financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) regime to…

🏛 Bureau of Counterterrorism 📋 CFDA 19.701 ⏰ Jun 8, 2026 💰 $1,480,019 – $1,480,019
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Protecting American Commercial Investments in Pakistan

The Department of State’s Bureau of Counterterrorism (CT) announces this funding opportunity to protect American economic and security interests by supporting Pakistan’s law enforcement counterterrorism abilities…

🏛 Bureau of Counterterrorism 📋 CFDA 19.701 ⏰ Jun 8, 2026 💰 $5,821,410 – $5,821,410
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OJJDP FY25 Juvenile Justice System Enhancements

This NOFO will support states to improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of juvenile justice system operations by implementing targeted solutions to high-cost drivers of crime and…

🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention 📋 CFDA 16.827 ⏰ Jun 8, 2026 💰 up to $1,454,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many criminal justice reform grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 247 criminal justice reform grants, of which 53 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is June 2, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for criminal justice reform grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but criminal justice reform grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public Authority, County Government and City / Municipal Government. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1.3K to $59M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse criminal justice reform grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Criminal Justice Reform grants

Criminal justice reform grants support organizations working to strengthen public safety systems, improve rehabilitation programs, and address systemic inequities in the justice system. With 247 active grants listed in this category, funding opportunities span research, policy development, and community-based initiatives. The National Institute of Justice and Bureau of Justice Assistance are leading funders in this space, supporting comprehensive reform efforts nationwide.

Awards typically range from $725,000 to $1.5 million, with most grants awarded through competitive application processes. Public charities, county governments, and nonprofits are the primary recipients, focusing on capacity building, research, and program implementation for justice-involved youth and low-income populations. Filtering by organization type and support category helps identify the most relevant opportunities for your work.