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

February 5, 2026 (Grants.gov) | February 12, 2026 (JustGrants)

Up to $6,000,000 per award; approximately 2 awards expected; no cost sharing required.

Supports projects to improve law enforcement officer safety, wellness, and resilience through training, resources, and technical assistance.

--- ## Description This opportunity, administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), aims to enhance the immediate and long-term safety, wellness, and resilience of law enforcement professionals nationwide. Funding supports the identification and addressing of officer safety and wellness needs, the delivery of no-cost training and resources, and the provision of customized technical assistance to law enforcement officers and their agencies. The VALOR Initiative equips officers, deputies, and troopers with skills and tools to improve their safety and wellness, enabling them to better serve their communities. --- ## Due Dates - Grants.gov Application Deadline: February 5, 2026, 11:59 pm Eastern - JustGrants Submission Deadline: February 12, 2026, 8:59 pm Eastern --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award per project: $6,000,000 - Minimum award: No minimum specified - Expected number of awards: 2 - Cost sharing or matching: Not required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (excluding institutions of higher education) - Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) - For-profit organizations (other than small businesses) - Small businesses Institutions of higher education are not eligible under this solicitation. --- ## Application Process 1. **Register and apply via Grants.gov** by the February 5, 2026 deadline. 2. **Complete submission in JustGrants** by February 12, 2026. 3. Review the [program page](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172465) and the official [solicitation PDF](https://www.ojp.gov/funding/docs/bja-2025-172465.pdf) for detailed instructions and requirements. --- ## Additional Information - The VALOR Initiative focuses on providing no-cost training, resources, and customized support directly to law enforcement. - The program is open to a range of nonprofit and for-profit entities, but not to institutions of higher education. - This is a cooperative agreement, meaning substantial involvement by BJA in project implementation. --- ## External Links - [Program Opportunity Page (BJA)](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172465) - [Apply via Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361133) - [Solicitation PDF](https://www.ojp.gov/funding/docs/bja-2025-172465.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |---------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------| | OJP Response Center | [OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov](mailto:OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov) | (202)-616-6500 | | General BJA Contact | [AskBJA@usdoj.gov](mailto:AskBJA@usdoj.gov) | |

BJA FY25 Preventing Violence Against Law Enforcement Officers and Ensuring Officer Resilience and Survivability (VALOR) Initiative

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