[Bureau of Justice Assistance](https://bja.ojp.gov/)

October 10, 2025 (Grants.gov) | October 17, 2025 (JustGrants)

Up to $1,000,000 per award; no minimum; project period typically up to 36 months.

Supports efforts to improve the reporting, transportation, forensic processing, and identification of missing persons and unidentified human remains cases in the U.S.

--- ## Description The Bureau of Justice Assistance's Missing and Unidentified Human Remains (MUHR) Program provides funding to improve the reporting, transportation, forensic processing, and identification of missing persons (MP) and unidentified human remains (UHR) cases. The program addresses cases nationwide, including those involving migrants, and aims to increase public safety by supporting the efforts of agencies and organizations working to locate and identify missing persons and unidentified remains. --- ## Due Dates - **Grants.gov Submission Deadline:** October 10, 2025, 11:59 pm Eastern - **JustGrants Submission Deadline:** October 17, 2025, 8:59 pm Eastern Applicants must submit materials to both systems by the respective deadlines. --- ## Funding Amount - **Maximum Award:** $1,000,000 per project - **Minimum Award:** None specified - **Project Duration:** Typically up to 36 months - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County governments - City or township governments - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), excluding institutions of higher education - Accredited, publicly funded: - Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) forensic laboratories - Medical examiner offices - Toxicology laboratories - Crime laboratories Applicants must meet accreditation and public funding requirements where specified. --- ## Application Process - **Step 1:** Register and submit the SF-424 and SF-LLL in [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360607) by October 10, 2025. - **Step 2:** Complete the full application in [JustGrants](https://justicegrants.usdoj.gov/) by October 17, 2025. - **Documentation:** Review the [Notice of Funding Opportunity](https://www.ojp.gov/funding/docs/bja-2025-172470.pdf) for detailed instructions. - **No cost sharing or matching required.** --- ## Additional Information - The MUHR Program is authorized by Public Law 116-277. - The program supports a wide range of activities, including forensic testing, transportation, and case management related to missing persons and unidentified remains. - Applicants should carefully review eligibility and documentation requirements to ensure compliance. --- ## External Links - [Program Opportunity & Details](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172470) - [Apply via Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360607) - [Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF)](https://www.ojp.gov/funding/docs/bja-2025-172470.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | |--------------------------|-----------------------------------------| | OJP Response Center | [OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov](mailto:OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov) | For questions regarding the solicitation or submission process, contact the OJP Response Center.

BJA FY25 Missing and Unidentified Human Remains (MUHR) Program

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