OJP Funding Opportunities
The U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs (OJP) has announced several FY 2026 funding opportunities that may be of interest to forensic science laboratories, researchers, and justice system professionals.
Highlighted opportunities include:
- DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR): Formula and competitive grants to support DNA backlog reduction initiatives.
- Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grants: Formula and competitive funding opportunities focused on forensic science improvement.
- Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA: Funding to support efforts to investigate and prosecute cold cases using DNA evidence.
- Crime and Justice Research: National Institute of Justice funding for research related to crime and the justice system.
- Research and Evaluation on School Safety: Funding for research and evaluation initiatives addressing school safety.
Application deadlines vary by program, with several forensic science-related opportunities closing in late October and early November 2026. Applicants should review each solicitation carefully to confirm eligibility, requirements, and submission deadlines.
Explore funding opportunities: Visit the OJP Current Funding Opportunities page to review available grants and application details.
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