BJA FY25 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "BJA FY25 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA," aimed at supporting state and local prosecuting agencies, units of local government, and law enforcement agencies in the investigation and prosecution of violent cold case crimes with developed suspect DNA profiles. This initiative is designed to enhance public safety and ensure justice for victims and their families by providing funding for investigative and prosecutorial activities, as well as crime and forensic analyses that can lead to successful case resolutions. The grant has an award ceiling of $500,000, with no matching requirement, and applications must be submitted by October 27, 2025. For further details, interested applicants can contact the OJP Response Center at OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov or visit the additional information link at https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172467.
Eligible Applicants
State and local prosecuting agencies, Units of local government, Law enforcement agencies