Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Program

Federal Funding Agency:

Bureau of Justice Assistance

Applicant Eligibility:

State, local, and tribal law enforcement and prosecution agencies. Tribal law enforcement and prosecution agencies must be from federally recognized Indian tribal governments that perform law enforcement functions.

Due Date:

Grants.gov Deadline May 25, 2023, 8:59 pm Eastern
Application JustGrants Deadline May 30, 2023, 8:59 pm Eastern

Funding Amount:

Category 1: State or Regional Applications-up to $4,000,000
Category 2: Single Agency Applications-up to $400,000

Agency Solicitation:

The Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Program supports efforts by state, local, and tribal law enforcement and prosecution agencies and their partners in conducting outreach, educating practitioners and the public, enhancing victim reporting tools, and investigating and prosecuting hate crimes committed on the basis of a victim’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or disability.

Solicitation