BJA FY 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program-Local Formula
This grant provides formula funding to eligible local governments for hiring, equipment, training, and other resources to support law enforcement, crime prevention, and public safety initiatives.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Due Dates: November 3, 2026 (Grants.gov) | November 6, 2026 (JustGrants)
Funding Amounts: Formula awards up to $4,964,030; no cost sharing or matching required
Summary: Formula funding for eligible local governments to support personnel, equipment, training, and other criminal justice or civil proceedings needs.
Key Information: Check the FY 2026 JAG allocations before applying to confirm eligibility for direct BJA funding.
Description
The FY 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program—Local Formula provides funding to eligible units of local government. It is administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), part of the Office of Justice Programs within the U.S. Department of Justice. The program supports criminal justice or civil proceedings work across one or more of eleven program areas.
Funding can support hiring additional personnel and purchasing equipment, supplies, contractual support, training, technical assistance, and information systems. The opportunity sits within OJP’s broader mission to support law enforcement, combat violent crime, protect children, serve crime victims, and address public safety challenges such as human trafficking and the opioid crisis.
