BJA FY 2026 Invited to Apply- Medicaid and Corrections Program
The Bureau of Justice Assistance invites applications for fiscal year 2026 funding to provide specialized training and technical assistance on Medicaid, reentry, and care requirements in correctional facilities.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Due Dates: October 21, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $800,000 through a cooperative agreement; no cost sharing or match required
Summary: Supports specialized technical assistance and training to help correctional agencies implement Medicaid, reentry, and correctional care requirements.
Key Information: Only The Goodnation Foundation, Inc. may apply, and an official invitation letter from BJA is required.
Description
The FY 2026 Medicaid and Corrections Program is an invited-to-apply funding opportunity administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), a component of the Office of Justice Programs within the U.S. Department of Justice. It supports highly specialized technical assistance and training for sheriffs, jail administrators, state departments of correction, and correctional leaders and staff.
The program focuses on helping these audiences understand and implement legal requirements related to Medicaid, reentry, and the provision of care within correctional facilities. Its goal is to provide the specialized technical expertise needed to safely operationalize Medicaid requirements in secure settings. Funding is offered through a cooperative agreement.
