Criminal Justice Reform Grants

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 478 Criminal Justice Reform Grants — 74 open right now, across 94 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $5B. The next application deadline is October 22, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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478total grants
74open now
94agencies
$1K–$5Bfunding range
Oct 22next deadline
OPEN 8 days left Hard to apply

BJA FY 2026 Veterans Treatment Court Program

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the BJA FY2026 Veterans Treatment Court Program. This opportunity supports the implementation and enhancement of veterans’ treatment…

🏛 Bureau of Justice Assistance 📋 CFDA 16.043 ⏰ Oct 29, 2026 💰 up to $2,500,000
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OPEN 9 days left Hard to apply

BJA FY 2026 National Center for Veterans Justice

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the BJA FY 2026 National Center for Veterans Justice. This opportunity will establish a national center to…

🏛 Bureau of Justice Assistance 📋 CFDA 16.043 ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 up to $4,000,000
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OPEN 9 days left Hard to apply

BJA FY 2026 Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the BJA FY 2026 Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative. This opportunity supports local law enforcement in rural…

🏛 Bureau of Justice Assistance 📋 CFDA 16.039 ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 up to $2,637,041
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OPEN 9 days left Hard to apply

BJA FY 2026 Second Chance Act Community-based Reentry Program

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the BJA FY 2026 Second Chance Act Community-based Reentry Program. This opportunity will support community-based organizations and…

🏛 Bureau of Justice Assistance 📋 CFDA 16.812 ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 up to $1,000,000
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OPEN 9 days left Hard to apply

BJA FY 2026 Adult Treatment Court Program

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the BJA FY2026 Adult Treatment Court Program. This opportunity supports the implementation and enhancement of Adult Treatment…

🏛 Bureau of Justice Assistance 📋 CFDA 16.585 ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 up to $2,500,000
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OPEN 12 days left Hard to apply

OJJDP FY 2026 Second Chance Act Youth Reentry Program

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJJDP FY 2026 Second Chance Act Youth Reentry Program. This opportunity will support states, units of…

🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention 📋 CFDA 16.812 ⏰ Nov 2, 2026 💰 up to $750,000
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OPEN 13 days left Easy to apply

BJA FY 2026 John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program

This opportunity provides loan repayment assistance for local and state prosecutors and local, state, and federal public defenders who commit to continued employment as public defenders…

🏛 Bureau of Justice Assistance 📋 CFDA 16.816 ⏰ Nov 3, 2026 💰 up to $120,000
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

NOFO# 3342 – 0726 SCIP: Local FRO Implementation Support

Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) provides funding for the creation and/or implementation of firearms restraining order programs, state crisis intervention court proceedings, and related gun…

🏛 Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority 📋 CFDA 16.738 ⏰ Nov 4, 2026 💰 $150,000 – $1,000,000
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OPEN 15 days left Moderate to apply

Children’s Advocacy Center Start-up Funds

The purpose of start-up funding is to assist prospective Children's Advocacy Centers (CAC) in their initial development in order that they may establish a common and…

🏛 Ohio Department of Children and Youth ⏰ Nov 5, 2026 💰 $5,000 – $5,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many criminal justice reform grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 478 criminal justice reform grants, of which 74 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 October 22, 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, Tribal Nation, 501(c)(3) Public Charity and County Government. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $5B, 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 478 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.