This grant from the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is for research and evaluation projects focused on violent crime related to gangs and organized criminal groups, both domestic and international. The goal is to help law enforcement develop better strategies to combat these crimes, including those related to trafficking and violence. The research should involve rigorous evaluation methods and can include multiple sites or jurisdictions.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of applicants, including government entities at various levels, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals interested in conducting research on violent crime linked to gangs and organized criminal groups.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not focused on violent crime related to gangs or organized criminal groups
- Lack of collaboration with law enforcement agencies
- Use of non-rigorous evaluation methods
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Ineligible applicant types
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Collaboration agreement with law enforcement
- Evaluation design plan
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational capability statement
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Resumes of key personnel
- Past performance references
- Data management plan
Cautions
- Ensure collaboration with law enforcement is clearly outlined
- Use rigorous and appropriate evaluation methods
- Focus on violent crime measures as specified
- Incorporate process evaluations
- Adhere to all application guidelines and deadlines
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, city or township governments, county governments, state governments, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations, independent school districts, other Native American tribal organizations, special district governments, individuals, public and state institutions of higher education, and private institutions of higher education.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of applicants, including government entities at various levels, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals interested in conducting research on violent crime linked to gangs and organized criminal groups.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not focused on violent crime related to gangs or organized criminal groups
- Lack of collaboration with law enforcement agencies
- Use of non-rigorous evaluation methods
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Ineligible applicant types
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to conduct research and evaluations on strategies to reduce violent crime associated with gangs and organized criminal groups. This includes costs related to data collection, analysis, personnel, and collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
Total Program Funding
$3,000,000
Expected Awards
5
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 30, 2026(38 days)
Application Checklist
- Register in the System for Award Management (SAM)
- Develop a comprehensive research proposal
- Secure collaboration with law enforcement agencies
- Design a rigorous evaluation plan
- Prepare a detailed budget and narrative
- Gather organizational documents proving eligibility
- Obtain letters of support or partnership agreements
- Compile resumes of key personnel
- Draft a data management plan