BJA FY26 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement - Formula Grants Program
This grant provides formula funding to state agencies for forensic science improvements under the Paul Coverdell Program; competitive funds require a separate application.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Due Dates: November 10, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Award ceiling: $23,757,080; no cost sharing or matching required
Summary: Supports forensic science improvement through formula grants to eligible state administering agencies.
Key Information: This opportunity covers formula funds only; competitive funds require a separate application.
Description
The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) administers this FY 2026 formula funding opportunity under the Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvements Grant Program. The program supports forensic science improvement within the law, justice, and legal services funding area. BJA is part of the Office of Justice Programs within the U.S. Department of Justice.
State administering agencies (SAAs) may be eligible to apply for both formula and competitive funding under the broader Coverdell program, but this notice covers only formula funds. Eligible states and units of local government seeking competitive funds must apply separately under BJA’s FY 2026 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement—Competitive Grants Program notice.
