BJA FY25 Public Safety and Mental Health Initiative
Agency: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Assistance Listings: 16.812 -- Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative
16.838 -- Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and other Substances Use Program
16.745 -- Criminal and Juvenile Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program
Description
This NOFO supports comprehensive service networks addressing untreated mental illness and substance use at the intersection of mental health, substance use, and justice systems. This program responds to the growing burden of endemic vagrancy, disorderly behavior and public safety threats faced by law enforcement agencies. These agencies are often positioned as first responders to situations better addressed by health and social service systems. Law enforcement and justice agencies nationwide need actionable alternatives that prioritize both public order and appropriate treatment settings for those experiencing mental illness or substance use disorders. Specifically, this initiative provides funding to support activities through four core areas: (1) crisis stabilization centers; (2) treatment services; (3) housing access; and (4) electronic health record (EHR) systems and technology modernization.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Government
- State governments
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
Documents
No documents are currently available.
Link to additional information
Closed: April 6, 2026
Award
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Program Funding
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Expected awards
$--
Award Minimum
$3,000,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
O-BJA-2025-172486
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Humanities
Category Explanation:
History
Version:
8
Posted date:
February 19, 2026
Archive date:
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