Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program for Juvenile Detention Centers

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program for Juvenile Detention Centers

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
Last Updated: January 20, 2026

Summary

Overview

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program for Juvenile Detention Centers Purpose The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) is accepting applications for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG) Program for Juvenile Detention Centers. This grant program supports local and regional juvenile detention centers through funding training, equipment, and supplies. Byrne/JAG funds allow states and units of local government, including tribes, to support a broad range of crime control and prevention activities based on state and local needs and conditions. As the state administrative agency, DCJS is responsible for managing the coordination and distribution of Byrne/JAG funds in a manner that supports and improves the criminal justice system in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Funding Source Funding for this grant program is available through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne/JAG). Expected Total Amount of Funding DCJS anticipates approximately $300,000 in funding will be available for awards under this funding opportunity.Availability of Continuation Funding Continuation funding is not available under this grant program.Match Requirement Recipients of these funds are required to provide matching funds of 25% under this funding opportunity.Disbursement of Funds Disbursement of funds will occur on a costreimbursement basis for actual funds expended.

Eligibility

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