NIJ FY 2026 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of Elderly Individuals
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National Institute of Justice is offering grants of up to $1.8 million to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. It expects to make about 3 awards worth $1.8 million in total. Applications close on November 30, 2026.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed October 22, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$1.8 million
- Award floornot stated
- Expected awards3
- Total funding$1.8 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeGrant
Key dates
| Posted | October 22, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | November 30, 2026 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses.
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the NIJ FY 2026 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of Elderly Individuals. This opportunity seeks to improve knowledge and understanding of relevant issues through science. Under this NOFO, NIJ is seeking proposals to address one or more of the following topic areas: 1. Research examining the role of emerging technologies in fraud and exploitation, including technology-enabled approaches to enhance detection and investigation. 2. Forensic research to inform and strengthen the investigation and prosecution of elder abuse cases. 3. Evaluation of programs that seek to prevent, intervene in, or respond to the abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of older adults. 4. Research to inform the development of effective education and intervention programs that address financial fraud against older adults. Applications proposing research projects not addressing one of these four areas will not be considered.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov and the agency's announcement. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to National Institute of Justice, OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov, 202-616-5314.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for NIJ FY 2026 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of Elderly Individuals?
National Institute of Justice accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses.
What is the deadline for NIJ FY 2026 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of Elderly Individuals?
Closes November 30, 2026 (30 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $1.8 million each. About $1.8 million in total across about 3 awards.