FY2026 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA

Federal Funding Agency:

Bureau of Justice Assistance

Applicant Eligibility:

State governments; County governments; City or township governments; Special district governments; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); State and local prosecuting agencies; Law enforcement agencies; and other units of local government

Due Date:

Grants.gov Deadline October 29, 2026, 11:59 pm Eastern
Application JustGrants Deadline November 5, 2026, 8:59 pm Eastern

Funding Amount:

Up to $750,000

Agency Notice of Funding Opportunity:

This opportunity supports prosecutors in the investigation and prosecution of violent cold case crimes where a DNA profile from a suspect is already developed. This initiative aims to enhance public safety, hold violent offenders accountable, and further case resolution for victims and their families. Law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies may utilize this funding for investigative and prosecutorial activities, as well as crime and forensic analysis that could increase the rate of successful prosecutions and/or other appropriate resolution of cases.

Solicitation