O-BJA-2025-172486: BJA FY25 Public Safety and Mental Health Initiative
Closed
This grant is closed. A newer notice from the same program is open now: OJJDP FY 2026 Family Treatment Court Program (O-OJJDP-2026-172738). Status: Closes November 16, 2026 (9 days left). It is in our archive of Bureau of Justice Assistance notices from 2026.
Bureau of Justice Assistance offered grants of up to $3.0 million to state and local governments and tribes. Applications closed on April 6, 2026.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed April 6, 2026. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Award ceiling$3.0 million
- Cost sharingRequired
- Funding typeGrant
Other notices with this title
| Notice | Posted | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| O-BJA-2026-172676 | August 14, 2026 | Closed September 25, 2026 | Closed |
Key dates
| Posted | February 19, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | April 6, 2026 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to state and local governments and tribes.
- State governments
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Other units of local government; Agencies with different legal status (e.g. nonprofit or for-profit mental health agencies) are eligible to apply only if they meet two requirements: (1)The applicant is designated by the state mental health authority to provide services as a unit of the state or local government. (2) The applicant must attach documentation to support this designation.
Is this a realistic fit?
- Most of the money in the 3 programs behind this notice (68% over five years) went to state and local governments.
- The notice requires cost sharing or matching funds, so you must contribute part of the project cost.
What the grant funds
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.
Who has won Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program (16.838) awarded $776 million across 511 grant awards, an average of $1.5 million per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Institute for Intergovernmental Research, Inc. | Florida | 6 | $41.7 million |
| Unified Court System of New York State | New York | 8 | $19.1 million |
| Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services | Tennessee | 4 | $13.4 million |
| Mental Health & Addiction Services Conne | Connecticut | 2 | $13.0 million |
| GO33 Justice & Community Services | West Virginia | 2 | $12.9 million |
Who has won Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative (16.812) awarded $402 million across 447 grant awards, an average of $898,947 per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Council of State Governments LTD. | Kentucky | 6 | $23.7 million |
| American Institutes for Research in the Behavioral Sciences | Virginia | 3 | $12.4 million |
| Impact Justice | California | 4 | $11.4 million |
| The Soulfisher Ministries | Missouri | 3 | $5.7 million |
| Vera Institute of Justice, Inc. | New York | 3 | $4.5 million |
Who has won Criminal and Juvenile Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, Criminal and Juvenile Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program (16.745) awarded $160 million across 290 grant awards, an average of $551,717 per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Council of State Governments LTD. | Kentucky | 4 | $20.3 million |
| Unified Court System of New York State | New York | 4 | $2.3 million |
| Tropical Texas Center for MH-MR | Texas | 4 | $2.2 million |
| City of Gresham | Oregon | 3 | $1.8 million |
| Rockdale County of Administrative | Georgia | 3 | $1.6 million |
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Apply under the newer notice, O-OJJDP-2026-172738, which is open now.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
Questions people ask
Is O-BJA-2025-172486 still open?
No. It closed on April 6, 2026. A newer notice is open: O-OJJDP-2026-172738, closes November 16, 2026 (9 days left).
Who can apply for BJA FY25 Public Safety and Mental Health Initiative?
Bureau of Justice Assistance accepted applications from state and local governments and tribes. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for BJA FY25 Public Safety and Mental Health Initiative?
Closed April 6, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $3.0 million each.
Who has won Criminal and Juvenile Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program grants before?
The largest recipients over five fiscal years were The Council of State Governments LTD., Unified Court System of New York State, Tropical Texas Center for MH-MR. The program made 290 awards worth $160 million in that time.