The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) seeks applications from state Statistical Analysis Centers (SACs) for funding under the fiscal year (FY) 2023 State Justice Statistics (SJS) program.
Donor Name: Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS)
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/24/2023
Size of the Grant: $4,000,000
Grant Duration: 36 months
Details:
OJP is committed to advancing work that promotes civil rights and racial equity, increases access to justice, supports crime victims and individuals impacted by the justice system, strengthens community safety and protects the public from crime and evolving threats, and builds trust between law enforcement and the community.
This solicitation describes the guidelines and requirements of the fiscal year (FY) 2023 State Justice Statistics (SJS) program for Statistical Analysis Centers (SACs). The information produced by SACs and their involvement in criminal justice projects is important to federal, state, and local criminal justice agencies and community organizations as they develop programs and policies related to crime, illegal drugs, victim services, and the administration of justice.
Goal
The goal of the SJS program is to provide financial and technical assistance to state governments for the establishment and operation of SACs to collect, analyze, and disseminate justice statistics.
Objectives
The FY 2023 SJS program will continue to concentrate on building the core capacities of the state SACs and improving the sharing of state-level information nationally. The SJS program enhances the SACs’ capabilities to collect, analyze, and publish statistical data that support the strategic criminal justice planning needs of states and the priorities of BJS and the nation. SACs are strongly encouraged to collaborate with their State Administering Agency (SAA) on developing FY 2023 SJS projects. Additionally, SACs are encouraged to explore possible collaborations with foundations, academic institutions, and other potential sources of support for building SAC capabilities.
Funding Information
- Estimated Total Funding Amount: $4,000,000
- Maximum Funding Amount: $4,000,000
- Minimum Funding Amount: $2,000,000
- Period of Performance Duration: 12 to 36 months
Eligible Applicants
State Statistical Analysis Centers (SACs) are the only entities eligible to apply for funds under the SJS program.
The applicant SAC must be authorized by state legislation or executive order. The SAC must be a nonpartisan professional organization that serves all branches of the criminal justice system, all levels of government in the state, and the public.
For more information, visit Grants.gov.