BJA FY 25 Invited to Apply- Transforming Prison Cultures, Climates, and Spaces
This grant funds state corrections departments to improve prison safety and reduce recidivism through specialized staff training and support for workforce challenges.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Due Dates: May 6, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000,000 total; one award expected; no cost sharing required
Summary: Supports the Safe Inside Initiative to help state corrections departments improve prison safety, security, and workforce retention through specialized training and technical assistance.
Key Information: Only Keystone Restituere Justice Center, Inc. is eligible by invitation.
Description
This funding opportunity supports the continued development and implementation of the Safe Inside Initiative, a program designed to help state departments of corrections (DOC) address acute workforce challenges and improve prison cultures, climates, and spaces. The initiative provides highly specialized and technical training to state DOCs, with the aim of enhancing safety and security, reducing recidivism, and supporting staff recruitment, training, and retention. The grant is a cooperative agreement and is only available by invitation to a specified applicant.
