The BJA FY 2026 Missing and Unidentified Human Remains (MUHR) Program provides funding to help improve the processes involved in reporting, transporting, and identifying missing persons and unidentified human remains, including cases involving migrants. The goal is to enhance public safety by providing resources to locate and identify these individuals in the United States.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations and government entities that work with missing persons and unidentified human remains. Eligible applicants include special district governments, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, public and state institutions of higher education, state governments, city or township governments, county governments, and certain Native American tribal organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Non-501(c)(3) nonprofits
- Foreign entities
- Entities not involved in law enforcement or forensic identification
What You May Need
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status (if applicable)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational background
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
- Evidence of past work in relevant areas
- DUNS number
- SAM registration
Cautions
- Ensure all application materials are submitted by the deadline.
- Verify eligibility before applying.
- Prepare a comprehensive and detailed project proposal.
- Ensure compliance with Public Law 116-277.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include special district governments, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, public and state institutions of higher education, state governments, city or township governments, county governments, and other Native American tribal organizations. The grant is open to entities that can contribute to the improvement of processes related to missing persons and unidentified human remains.
Overview
This grant is for organizations and government entities that work with missing persons and unidentified human remains. Eligible applicants include special district governments, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, public and state institutions of higher education, state governments, city or township governments, county governments, and certain Native American tribal organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Non-501(c)(3) nonprofits
- Foreign entities
- Entities not involved in law enforcement or forensic identification
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support the improvement of systems and processes for reporting, transporting, and identifying missing persons and unidentified human remains. This includes forensic processing and identification efforts.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 2, 2026(43 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a government entity or 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
- Register for a DUNS number and SAM registration.
- Prepare a detailed project proposal outlining objectives and methods.
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan.
- Gather organizational background information.
- Collect letters of support or partnership, if applicable.
- Submit all materials by December 2, 2026.