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

May 6, 2026

Up to $765,000 per award; single anticipated award

Supports legal assistance and indigent defense services for tribal communities in rural and remote areas where legal services are limited.

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. --- ## Due Dates - Application submission deadline: May 6, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $765,000 - Minimum award: No minimum specified - Estimated number of awards: 1 (single eligible applicant) - Cost sharing or matching is required --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicant:** Only the Montana Legal Services Association is eligible to apply, and only if they have received an official invitation letter from BJA. - Applications from any other organizations or without an invitation will not be accepted. --- ## Application Process - Invitation-only: Applicants must have received an official invitation letter from BJA. - Applications are submitted through [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362042). - All required materials and forms must be completed and submitted by the deadline. - Cost sharing/matching is required; details are provided in the invitation and program guidance. --- ## Additional Information - This is a continuation funding opportunity. - The program is intended to address the lack of legal services in tribal communities, especially in rural and remote areas. - For more information and program updates, visit the [BJA program page](https://bja.ojp.gov). --- ## External Links - [BJA Funding Opportunity Announcement (Grants.gov)](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362042) - [Bureau of Justice Assistance Home](https://bja.ojp.gov) - [BJA Contact Page](https://bja.ojp.gov/contact-us) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |----------------------------------|------------------------------------------|----------------| | OJP Response Center (BJA) | [OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov](mailto:OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov) | (202)-616-6500 | ---

BJA FY 25 Invited to Apply- Tribal Civil and Criminal Legal Assistance Program

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