Edward J. Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (BJAG)
Supports innovative, evidence-based projects in Maryland that target violent crime reduction, community safety, and youth crime prevention through data-driven criminal justice strategies.
Funder: Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy
Due Dates: July 22, 2026 (GMS User ID request) | July 31, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,600,000 total; typical awards range from $10,000–$100,000 for a one-year project (Oct 1, 2026–Sep 30, 2027)
Summary: Supports innovative, evidence-based, and data-driven criminal justice initiatives in Maryland to reduce crime, improve enforcement, and enhance community safety.
Key Information: Only new projects are eligible; continuation of previously BJAG-funded projects is not allowed.
Description
This opportunity supports Maryland state and local agencies, nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher learning in addressing gaps across the criminal justice system. The program funds new, innovative, and evidence-based projects that focus on violent crime reduction, community safety, and youth crime prevention/diversion. Projects must align with at least one federal purpose area (e.g., law enforcement, prosecution, prevention, corrections, drug treatment, technology, victim/witness support, mental health) and one state priority area (innovative/data-driven strategies, violent crime reduction, or youth prevention/diversion).
