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

April 20, 2026 (Grants.gov) | April 27, 2026 (JustGrants/solicitation closing)

Up to $3,000,000 per award; no minimum.

Supports state, local, and tribal law enforcement and prosecution agencies in identifying, investigating, prosecuting, and preventing hate crimes.

--- ## Description This program provides funding to state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies, prosecution agencies, and their partners to support efforts in identifying, investigating, prosecuting, and preventing hate crimes. Funds can be used for technical, forensic, prosecutorial, or other forms of assistance in the criminal investigation or prosecution of hate crimes, including addressing serial violent hate crime offenses committed by the same individuals. The program seeks to enhance the capacity of eligible agencies to respond effectively to hate crimes and improve public safety outcomes. --- ## Due Dates - April 20, 2026: Grants.gov application deadline (11:59 pm Eastern) - April 27, 2026: JustGrants application deadline / solicitation closing date (8:59 pm Eastern) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $3,000,000 per project - No minimum award amount specified - Estimated total program funding not specified - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies - State, local, and tribal prosecution agencies **Additional eligibility notes:** - Tribal law enforcement and prosecution agencies must be from federally recognized Indian tribal governments that perform law enforcement functions (as determined by the Secretary of the Interior). --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted in two steps: 1. **Grants.gov submission** by April 20, 2026, 11:59 pm Eastern. 2. **JustGrants submission** by April 27, 2026, 8:59 pm Eastern. - Applicants should review the full solicitation for requirements, guidance, and templates. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - The solicitation and further details are available on the [BJA program page](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172491). --- ## Additional Information - The program focuses on the investigation, prosecution, and prevention of hate crimes, including serial hate crime offenses. - Technical, forensic, and prosecutorial support are eligible uses of funds. - The program is competitive; review all instructions carefully before applying. --- ## External Links - [Program Solicitation and Details (BJA)](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172491) - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361697) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|------------------------------------------| | Program/solicitation | [OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov](mailto:OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov) | | General BJA inquiries | [AskBJA@usdoj.gov](mailto:AskBJA@usdoj.gov) / (202)-616-6500 | ---

BJA FY25 Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr Hate Crimes Program

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