BJA FY24 Collaborative Crisis Response and Intervention Training Program
ID: 353046Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Justice Assistance (USDOJ-OJP-BJA)

Award Range

$0 - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Humanities

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "BJA FY24 Collaborative Crisis Response and Intervention Training Program." This program aims to support law enforcement, correctional officers, probation and parole, and sheriff’s departments in collaborating with mental health and community service professionals to enhance public safety and ensure appropriate responses to individuals experiencing crises related to behavioral health conditions, disabilities, or traumatic brain injuries. The grant, which has an award ceiling of $250,000 and anticipates making eight awards, does not require cost sharing or matching and is open to units of local government, such as towns and villages. Interested applicants should note that the application deadline is May 15, 2024, and can find additional information at the BJA's funding opportunity webpage or contact the OJP Response Center at grants@ncjrs.gov.

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