BJA FY25 Office of Justice Programs Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative
Anticipated Award Ceiling: Up to $2,000,000
Funding Agency:
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)
Solicitation Title:
BJA FY25 Office of Justice Programs Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative
Funding Opportunity Number:
O-BJA-2025-172468
Assistance Listing Number:
16.045
Deadlines:
Grants.gov: October 27, 2025, by 11:59 PM EST
JustGrants: November 3, 2025, by 8:59 PM EST
Program Summary:
Supports law enforcement and community efforts to reduce violent crime and improve police-community relations through cross-sector enforcement, prevention, and intervention strategies. Key components include:
• Leveraging active collaboration with communities through sustained partnerships and engagement
• Coordinated administration by BJA, OJJDP, or OVC depending on project scope
• Emphasis on evidence-informed, community-centered approaches to violence reduction
• Strengthening multidisciplinary strategies to disrupt cycles of violence and retaliation
Eligibility:
State governments, units of local government, federally recognized tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and other public agencies involved in violence intervention and prevention.
Financial Information:
• Total Amount To Be Awarded Under This Funding Opportunity: $34,621,469
• Anticipated Award Ceiling: Up to $2,000,000
• Anticipated Period of Performance Duration: 48 months