Last updated June 12, 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.
Equity and Social Justice Grants: End Mass Incarceration Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Pittsburgh…
Evening Reporting Centers (ERC) A program that servies youth as an alternative to detention. Youth are required to report daily, and the program includes transportation, meals, and enrichment…
Funding to local jails to implement evidence-based programming for inmates to improve access to knowledge, skills, and resources for successful re-entry, reduce recidivism rates, and increase…
FACTS Impact Fund Overview: A donor-advised fund administered by Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley focused on funding organizations working to overcome systemic issues. Funding Focus: -…
Faith & Liberty Match Scholarship Status: Open (active application available) Geographic Scope: Not specified; appears to be national Focus Areas: Violence against women field Eligibility: - Requires…
Federal S.T.O.P. Violence Against Women Grant (S.T.O.P. VAWA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Office of the Governor Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Federal S.T.O.P. Violence Against Women…
FFLA: Administration of Justice Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Florida Bar Foundation Inc Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The FFLA Administration of Justice Grant Program aims to…
Fiscal Sponsorship Purpose: Enables organizations to receive tax-deductible contributions for work related to social justice education and activism. Focus Areas: Social justice education and activism…
Focus Grants Purpose: Place-based support to organizations disrupting the cycle of intergenerational poverty in southwest Washington. Geographic Scope: Clark, Cowlitz, and Skamania counties,…
Forensic Interview Training Scholarship Funder: Minnesota Children's Alliance Overview: Scholarship program to increase access to trauma-informed forensic interview training for Minnesota…
Forensic Sciences Division Forensic analytical services, forensic evidence collection and forensic expert testimony are provided to aid in the investigation of criminal cases. Details - Agency:…
Fostering Resilience Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Minneapolis Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Fostering Resilience Grant by The Minneapolis…
Foundation for Improvement of Justice Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Improvement of Justice Amount: US $15,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Foundation for Improvement…
Friends of the Drug Treatment Court Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Friends of the Drug Treatment Court Fund and Berks…
Overview About Tides Tides is a partner for justice in the social sector, working closely with doers and donors to build the power of historically excluded groups who face systemic barriers. We…
Fuel Their Fire Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: York County Community Foundation Amount: More than US $2,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary Overview York County Community…
Fulbright Fondazione Falcone-NIAF Scholarship in Criminology Overview: A prestigious scholarship for advanced graduate-level research in criminology, offered through a partnership between Fulbright,…
Fund for Change Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fund for Change Inc. Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Fund for Change Grants support organizations advocating…
Fund for Safe Communities Grants Status: Will invite organizations to apply in Winter 2025-2026 Geographic Scope: Minneapolis area Focus Areas: - Meaningful actions to address and prevent violence -…
Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) - Veterans Treatment Court (VTC) Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Veterans Commission Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The Fund for Veterans' Assistance…
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.