NIJ FY25 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Financial Exploitation of Older Adults
ID: 358034Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institute of Justice (USDOJ-OJP-NIJ)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358034

Additional Information

https://nij.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-nij-2025-172306
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is offering a funding opportunity titled "NIJ FY25 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Financial Exploitation of Older Adults." This grant aims to support rigorous research and evaluation projects focused on four key areas: evaluating programs addressing the abuse and financial exploitation of older adults, researching financial fraud against this demographic, studying the behaviors of caregivers who may abuse or neglect older adults, and developing forensic research methods related to physical abuse. This initiative aligns with the Department of Justice's mission to uphold the rule of law and protect civil rights. Eligible applicants include small businesses, with funding amounts ranging from $0 to $1,600,000. The application deadline is March 24, 2025, and interested parties can seek technical assistance by contacting grants@ncjrs.gov or visiting the full announcement at https://nij.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-nij-2025-172306.

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