FY 2026 State Justice Statistics Program for Statistical Analysis Centers
🏛 Bureau of Justice Statistics
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Can you apply?
This grant is for State Statistical Analysis Centers (SACs) that meet federal requirements. Only designated SACs are eligible to apply. Applicants must demonstrate capacity to collect, analyze, and publish criminal justice statistical data. The program supports states' strategic planning and aligns with federal and national criminal justice priorities.
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Program description
The State Justice Statistics Program (SJS) enhances the Statistical Analysis Centers’ (SACs) capabilities to collect, analyze, and publish statistical data that support the states’ strategic criminal justice planning needs and BJS and national priorities. The information produced by SACs and their involvement in criminal justice projects is critical to federal, state, and local criminal justice agencies and community organizations as they develop programs and policies related to crime, illegal drugs, victim services, and the administration of justice.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative/Proposal
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Proof of SAC designation or compliance documentation
- Letters of support from state justice agencies
- Organizational capacity statement
Program contact
- 👤 Bureau of Justice Statistics
- 📧 AskBJS@usdoj.gov
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Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 16.550 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$1,199,988
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$650,000
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$448,798
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$392,371
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$367,225
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$282,791
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$243,102
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$236,619
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$233,998
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$231,909
Top States by Funding
- DC 3 awards $1.9M
- WA 4 awards $1.0M
- WY 4 awards $0.9M
- PA 4 awards $0.9M
- MI 4 awards $0.9M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 16.550). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $4,565,847 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Only designated State Statistical Analysis Centers meeting federal SAC requirements. Other organizations cannot apply.
What is the funding amount?
Approximately $225,000 per award. Total program funding is $3,000,000 across all awards.
What activities does this grant support?
Collection, analysis, and publication of criminal justice statistics. Work on crime, drugs, victim services, and justice administration data.
Do I need to provide cost-sharing?
No, cost-sharing is not required for this grant.
When is the deadline?
September 22, 2026. This is a fixed deadline, not rolling.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Document your SAC designation and compliance with federal requirements before submitting. - Show how your data work aligns with both state strategic goals and federal BJS priorities. - Highlight partnerships with state and local justice agencies that will use your statistical products. - Explain your capacity for rigorous analysis and timely publication of findings. - Demonstrate staff expertise in criminal justice research and statistical methods.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying without formal SAC designation or failing to document compliance with federal SAC requirements. Proposing generic research without clear connection to state criminal justice planning needs. Underestimating the staff expertise and analytical rigor required for federal-quality statistical work.
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