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 26 days left Hard to apply

NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research

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:…

🏛 National Institute of Justice 📋 CFDA 16.560 ⏰ Nov 16, 2026 💰 up to $5,000,000
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OPEN 26 days left Hard to apply

NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on Human Trafficking

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on Human Trafficking. This opportunity supports proposals for rigorous research…

🏛 National Institute of Justice 📋 CFDA 16.560 ⏰ Nov 16, 2026 💰 up to $2,500,000
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OPEN 26 days left Hard to apply

OJJDP FY 2026 Opioid Affected Youth Initiative

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJJDP FY 2026 Opioid Affected Youth Initiative. This NOFO supports states, localities, and Tribal jurisdictions in…

🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention 📋 CFDA 16.842 ⏰ Nov 16, 2026 💰 up to $750,000
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OPEN 26 days left Hard to apply

OJJDP FY 2026 Strategies to Support Children Exposed to Violence

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJJDP FY 2026 Strategies to Support Children Exposed to Violence. This opportunity will support the implementation…

🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention 📋 CFDA 16.818 ⏰ Nov 16, 2026 💰 up to $815,000
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OJJDP FY 2026 Juvenile Justice System Enhancements

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJJDP FY 2026 Juvenile Justice System Enhancements program. This opportunity will support states and localities to…

🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention 📋 CFDA 16.827 ⏰ Nov 16, 2026 💰 up to $1,324,666
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OJJDP FY 2026 Family Treatment Court Program

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJJDP FY 2026 Family Treatment Court Program. This opportunity will support state and local courts, units…

🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention 📋 CFDA 16.838 ⏰ Nov 16, 2026 💰 up to $850,000
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OJJDP FY 2026 Expanding Youth Access to Community-Based Treatment

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJJDP FY 2026 Expanding Youth Access to Community-Based Treatment program. This opportunity will fund community-based treatment…

🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention 📋 CFDA 16.838 ⏰ Nov 16, 2026 💰 up to $650,000
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OPEN 33 days left Hard to apply

NIJ FY 2026 Research on Gender Dysphoria and Violent Crime

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the NIJ FY 2026 Research on Gender Dysphoria and Violent Crime. This opportunity will support foundational research…

🏛 National Institute of Justice 📋 CFDA 16.560 ⏰ Nov 23, 2026 💰 up to $1,000,000
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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.