BJA FY 25 Invited to Apply- Tribal Civil and Criminal Legal Assistance Program
This grant funds legal aid and defense services for tribal members and justice systems in rural and remote tribal communities across the U.S.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Due Dates: May 6, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $765,000 per award; single anticipated award
Summary: Supports legal assistance and indigent defense services for tribal communities in rural and remote areas where legal services are limited.
Key Information: Only Montana Legal Services Association, by invitation, is eligible to apply.
Description
This opportunity, issued by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), is designed to fund legal assistance and indigent defense services for eligible tribal members, federally recognized Indian tribes, and tribal justice systems. The program targets tribal communities located in rural and remote regions across the United States where access to legal services is especially sparse. The funding aims to strengthen tribal legal systems and ensure that tribal members have access to quality legal representation, particularly in civil and criminal matters.
