BJA FY25 STOP School Violence Program
ID: 358242Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Justice Assistance (USDOJ-OJP-BJA)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Law, Justice and Legal Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358242

Additional Information

https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172340
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Justice Assistance is offering the BJA FY25 STOP School Violence Program, a federal grant aimed at enhancing school safety through various evidence-based strategies. This program seeks to support local governments and private K-12 schools in implementing solutions such as behavioral threat assessment teams, anonymous reporting technologies, and other initiatives designed to prevent violence in educational settings. The funding opportunity, which has an award ceiling of $2 million and anticipates approximately 79 awards, is crucial for equipping K-12 students, teachers, and staff with the necessary tools to recognize and respond to potential threats. Interested applicants can find more information and apply by March 27, 2025, by visiting the program's webpage or contacting the grantor at grants@ncjrs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    grants@ncjrs.gov
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