NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on School Safety

National Institute of Justice (NIJ)
federal fundingK-12 schoolsActive
Closes in 45 days

Awards up to $2,000,000.

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Last checked: October 16, 2026

About this opportunity

This program supports rigorous research and evaluation projects that address the safety of students and staff in K-12 schools. Focus areas include the impact of school security measures, the effectiveness of violence prevention programs, and the role of school climate in safety. The goal is to build evidence that can inform school safety policies and practices nationwide.

Who can apply?

  • Nonprofits
  • Universities partnering with K-12
  • Education organizations
  • National eligibility

What can funding be used for?

How to apply

Submit initial application documents in Grants.gov and then complete the full application in JustGrants.

Go to the official application

Verify all eligibility, funding amounts and deadlines with the official funding organization before applying.

https://nij.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-nij-2026-172796