Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 354 active grants for criminal justice in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
Grants for Criminal Justice provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Legal Fellowships Funder: Justice at Work Inc (Boston, MA) Overview: Justice at Work seeks third-year law students or recent law school graduates interested in applying for public interest…
Legal Reform Grants Program Focus: Advances ideas and policies granting Indian landowners and tribes greater control of their land assets by reforming the legal and administrative systems. Overview:…
Legal Services for Crime Victims (LSCV) The purpose of the Legal Services for Crime Victims program is to ensure that money obtained from unclaimed restitution is used for annual grants to provide…
Libraries Transform Communities: Engagement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Library Association (ALA) Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Libraries Transform…
Life Comes From It (LCFI) Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tides Foundation Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The Life Comes From It Grant, funded by the Tides Foundation, supports grassroots…
Louis and Norma Swenke Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montgomery County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Louis and Norma Swenke Scholarship honors the…
Louisville Bar Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Louisville Bar Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,500 - US $12,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Louisville Bar Foundation Grant supports…
Marv VandenBosch Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Marv VandenBosch Scholarship, established by Sandra…
Maryland Commission on Correctional Standards (MCCS) MCCS is responsible for advising the Secretary of DPSCS regarding standards development and enforcement. Standards have application to all adult…
Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network (MCIN) The Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network (MCIN) program is envisioned as a coalition of criminal justice agencies that collaborates and coordinates…
Massachusetts Bail Fund Overview: The Massachusetts Bail Fund pays up to $500 bail so that low-income people can stay free while they work towards resolving their case, allowing individuals,…
Matthew Hazelton Memorial Scholarship for Law Enforcement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary Overview Northern Chautauqua…
MCHEP Mellon Foundation Grant Funder: Mellon Foundation (granted to Woodward Hines Education Foundation) Amount: $1,000,000 Duration: Three-year grant Geographic Scope: Mississippi Focus Areas: -…
Medical Freedom Fund / Censorship Defense Fund Funder: Straight Truth About Hormones Foundation Inc (AZ, US) Website: truthforhealth.org Purpose: Provides grants to support legal expenses for…
Medication-Assisted Substance Use Treatment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary…
Mental Health Juvenile Justice Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services Amount: US $40,000 - US $300,000 Last Updated: March 31,…
MH253022 - Community Based Diversion Programs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Office of mental health Amount: US $200,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary Overview Note: The deadline…
Overview Michigan Justice Fund Advancing Equity and Economic Mobility Grant Through the Michigan Justice Fund Advancing Equity and Economic Mobility Grant Program, we aim to add capacity to…
Michigan Justice Fund Rapid Response Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Amount: US $1,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The…
Overview _Note: Applications will be accepted through the Community Foundation's Fluxx portal. If you do not have a registered account please follow this link to register before you begin your…
Grants for Criminal Justice come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.