Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program
Forecasted
The Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program funds Kentucky initiatives for science-based crisis intervention, behavioral health, suicide prevention, and gun safety, led by the Kentucky Justice & Public Safety Cabinet.
Funder: Kentucky Justice & Public Safety Cabinet
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Formula-based; recent cycles have funded multiple awards to state and local agencies; award size varies by program area and availability.
Summary: Supports Kentucky initiatives for crisis intervention courts, behavioral health, suicide prevention, and gun safety, guided by a statewide advisory board.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may change—monitor the program page for updates.
Description
The Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP), administered by the Kentucky Justice & Public Safety Cabinet, provides formula grant funding to support state and local efforts in crisis intervention. The program is authorized by the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act of 2022 and is designed to help Kentucky implement and expand crisis intervention court proceedings, behavioral health initiatives, suicide prevention (especially among veterans and youth), and gun safety programs.
Key program areas include:
- Court and court-based diversion programs
- Behavioral health and crisis response initiatives
- Community crisis intervention and co-responder training
- Suicide prevention strategies
- Gun safety education and device distribution
The program is guided by a multidisciplinary State Crisis Intervention Advisory Board, which includes representatives from law enforcement, judiciary, behavioral health, victim services, and the community.
