Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program

The Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program is administered by the Oklahoma District Attorneys Council through its Federal Grants Division as part of a broader public safety and violence reduction strategy. The program is designed to support coordinated efforts across state, local, and tribal jurisdictions to reduce gun violence and violent crime through proactive intervention. The initiative aligns with national priorities emphasizing crisis response, behavioral health integration, and community-based violence prevention, while being implemented at the state level to address localized needs within Oklahoma communities. The primary purpose of the program is to fund initiatives that identify individuals at risk of harming themselves or others and intervene before violence occurs. The program emphasizes prevention strategies that integrate behavioral health services, law enforcement coordination, and community-based outreach. Funding supports activities that strengthen crisis response systems, improve access to mental health services, and enhance the ability of communities to manage high-risk situations. Projects are expected to focus on measurable reductions in violence and improved outcomes for individuals in crisis. Funding is limited to specific priority areas established by the SCIP Board, and only applications aligned with these priorities are considered. These include behavioral health deflection programs such as mobile crisis teams, crisis intervention training for law enforcement, and community-based violence intervention initiatives. Additional allowable uses include crisis stabilization services, peer support programs, threat assessment training, and technology solutions such as telehealth systems. A second priority area focuses on safe firearm storage, including tracking systems, training, and infrastructure for relinquished firearms. A third priority supports court-based programming to identify and assist individuals involved in the justice system who are at risk of violence. Eligibility for the program is broad and includes state agencies, units of local government such as cities and counties, tribal governments, private nonprofit organizations including faith-based entities, and certified or tribal victim services programs. This inclusive eligibility structure is intended to promote collaboration across sectors and ensure that both governmental and community-based organizations can participate in violence prevention efforts. Applicants must demonstrate alignment with one or more priority areas and the capacity to implement evidence-based or promising practices. The application process is managed through the Oklahoma District Attorneys Council, and interested applicants must monitor for the release of a Notice of Funding Opportunity. While the most recent application cycle is closed, future opportunities are expected, and applicants can request to be added to a mailing list for notifications. Submission typically requires organizational information, project descriptions aligned to priority areas, and supporting documentation demonstrating capacity and need. Specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the source but are expected to prioritize alignment with funding priorities and program impact. The most recent application cycle has concluded, and the next opportunity is anticipated in 2027. The program appears to operate on a recurring cycle, though the exact frequency is not explicitly defined. Applicants are encouraged to prepare in advance by developing partnerships, designing eligible programs, and ensuring readiness to respond quickly when the next funding opportunity opens. For additional information, applicants can contact the Federal Grants Division directly via email or phone to receive updates and guidance on future funding rounds.