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Closed on Jun 2, 2026

NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation on Corrections

National Institute of Justice · Opportunity number O-NIJ-2025-172600

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 3, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 2, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberO-NIJ-2025-172600
AgencyNational Institute of Justice
Department of Justice
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)16.560
PostedApr 30, 2026
DeadlineJun 2, 2026
Award ceiling$3,000,000
Expected number of awards4
Estimated total program funding$3,000,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeGrant
CategoryScience technology and other research and development
Last updated hereJun 3, 2026

Summary from the notice

This funding opportunity seeks rigorous proposals on: (1) management and development of the correctional workforce; and (2) correctional officer safety. Proposals for research outside of these two topics will not be considered responsive to this NOFO. Applicants may submit more than one proposal; however, only one topic may be submitted per proposal. Applicants are requested to identify the topic addressed in their application on the title page of the proposal narrative. NIJ is particularly interested in applications with research designs that incorporate action-oriented research, where jurisdictions are an integral part of defining the program, implementing change, and revising practices based on assessment of the change. Applicants may propose a phased implementation plan if the research design and questions warrant this approach.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Public and Indian housing authorities
  • Private colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • County governments
  • City or township governments
  • Small businesses
  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)
  • Special district governments
  • Other Native American tribal organizations
  • For-profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Public and state colleges and universities
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Independent school districts
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Federally recognized tribal governments

Who should take a closer look

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies

Not listed as eligible

  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

Other Units of Local Government

Registrations you will likely need

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