BJS FY 2026 State Justice Statistics Program for Statistical Analysis Centers
This grant supports state centers in collecting and analyzing criminal justice data to inform policy and program decisions at federal, state, and local levels.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Statistics
Due Dates: September 22, 2026 (Grants.gov SF-424) | September 29, 2026 (JustGrants full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $225,000 per award; total program funding approx. $3,000,000; award period 12–36 months
Summary: Supports state Statistical Analysis Centers (SACs) to enhance capacity for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating criminal justice statistics aligned with state and national priorities.
Key Information: Only state SACs are eligible applicants; no cost sharing required.
Description
This funding opportunity supports the State Justice Statistics (SJS) Program for Statistical Analysis Centers (SACs) to strengthen their ability to collect, analyze, and publish statistical data relevant to state criminal justice planning and national priorities. The program funds both core capacity-building projects (e.g., enhancing data access, improving analytic capabilities) and special-emphasis projects (e.g., research using administrative data, enhancing data exchanges, or targeted analyses on topics such as recidivism and firearms offenses). The goal is to improve the quality and accessibility of criminal justice statistics for policy development at state and federal levels. Awards are made as cooperative agreements, meaning the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) is substantially involved in funded projects.
