BJA FY25 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program
ID: 358133Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Justice Assistance (USDOJ-OJP-BJA)

Award Range

$0 - $550K

Eligible Applicants

Special District Governments

Funding Category

Humanities

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358133

Additional Information

https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172323
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is offering a funding opportunity through the FY25 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program, aimed at enhancing public safety responses for individuals with mental health disorders or co-occurring substance use disorders. This program seeks to support collaborations that improve outcomes for adults with mental health disorders, including those with traumatic brain injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder, who interact with the criminal justice system. Eligible applicants, specifically Special District Governments, can apply for grants ranging from $0 to $550,000, with a total of 29 awards expected. Interested parties should note that the application deadline is April 3, 2025, and can reach out to grants@ncjrs.gov for technical assistance or further inquiries. More information is available at the BJA's official funding opportunity page.

    Point(s) of Contact
    grants@ncjrs.gov
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