This grant offers up to $4 million to create a National Center for Veterans Justice. The center will help criminal justice agencies and related organizations better support veterans in the justice system. It will provide training and resources on issues like PTSD and military trauma, aiming to improve outcomes for veterans and enhance public safety.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations and individuals who can establish a center to support veterans in the justice system. Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, public and state colleges, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), individuals, and Native American tribal organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Entities not fitting the eligible applicant types
- Proposals not focused on supporting veterans in the justice system
- Lack of experience in providing technical assistance or training
- Inability to coordinate across multiple systems like criminal justice and VA
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan up to $4 million
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status)
- Experience in veteran support services
- Partnership agreements with relevant agencies
- Plan for cross-system coordination
- Staff resumes or CVs
- Letters of support or commitment
- Organizational chart
- Past performance documentation
Cautions
- Ensure your application is submitted by the deadline
- Make sure your project aligns with the grant's focus on veterans
- Be prepared to demonstrate experience in relevant areas
- Coordinate with multiple systems effectively
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, individuals, other Native American tribal organizations, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status. These entities should be capable of establishing a center to support veterans in the justice system.
Overview
This grant is for organizations and individuals who can establish a center to support veterans in the justice system. Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, public and state colleges, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), individuals, and Native American tribal organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Entities not fitting the eligible applicant types
- Proposals not focused on supporting veterans in the justice system
- Lack of experience in providing technical assistance or training
- Inability to coordinate across multiple systems like criminal justice and VA
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to establish and operate a national center that provides training, resources, and technical assistance to help justice agencies support veterans. This includes developing tools and training on military culture and trauma, and coordinating with systems like the VA and social services.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Oct 30, 2026(38 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as one of the specified applicant types
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Develop a detailed budget plan
- Gather documentation of experience in veteran services
- Secure letters of support from partners
- Submit application by October 30, 2026