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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Law Justice and Legal Services

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Doctoral Research Grants
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Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports PhD students conducting impactful research that informs public policy and contributes to the social and economic development of Ras Al Khaimah and the UAE.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Security and Preparedness
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National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This program provides funding for researchers to explore fundamental issues related to global and national security, focusing on topics like conflict processes, political stability, and the socio-political effects of environmental stressors.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)
$400,000
Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This program provides funding to Maryland-based organizations and agencies that offer critical services to victims of crime, such as counseling, emergency housing, and legal assistance.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Nonprofits
LEAP Student Grant Program
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The Law, Ethics & Animals Program
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 12, 2026

This program provides funding to Yale University students for innovative research and creative projects that address important issues related to the welfare and protection of non-human animals.

Animal Welfare
Individuals
EXBS Legal Regulatory Support
$2,441,589
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to strengthen legal and regulatory frameworks in select Asian and European countries to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and enhance export control systems.

International Development
Nonprofits
Causal Research on the Criminal Justice System
$100,000
Russell Sage Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

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Date Added

Nov 18, 2025

This grant provides funding for early-career researchers to conduct rigorous studies on the effects of specific policies and practices within the criminal justice system, such as policing and incarceration.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Private institutions of higher education
DOH57815 Bureau of Health Improvement & Wellness/Health Promotion & Tobacco - Sexual Assault Services Program Special Projects Subrecipient RFP
$118,000
Ohio Department of Health
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver culturally responsive and trauma-informed services to survivors of sexual assault, particularly in underserved communities in Ohio.

Health
Nonprofits
Crime Laboratory Portal Records Grant Program
$500,000
Texas Office of the Governor (Public Safety Office)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 30, 2025

This program provides funding to accredited crime laboratories in Texas to develop and maintain a digital portal for efficient management and transfer of forensic records, enhancing collaboration and data reliability in criminal cases.

Law Justice and Legal Services
City or township governments
Cleveland Community Police Commission Grant
$50,000
Cleveland Community Police Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 21, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and grassroots groups in Cleveland for community programs focused on violence prevention, restorative justice, and mediation to reduce reliance on police intervention.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Nonprofits
Low Income Taxpayer Clinic Grant
$200,000
U.S. Department of the Treasury (Internal Revenue Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides funding to organizations that offer free or low-cost tax assistance and education to low-income individuals and those with limited English proficiency, helping them navigate federal tax disputes and understand their tax responsibilities.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Nonprofits
California Watershed Protection Fund
$40,000
Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community-based projects in California that aim to improve water quality and protect watersheds, particularly in areas affected by environmental enforcement actions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Governance & Democracy Initiative
$250,000
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports universities and research centers in the Los Angeles region to develop and implement projects that improve political participation and strengthen government institutions through community engagement and data-driven research.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Accountable Institutions and Behavior
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National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

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Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This program provides funding for researchers to explore and understand governance-related behaviors and institutions, focusing on topics like voting, public policy, and decision-making in both democratic and non-democratic contexts.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Making a Difference Program
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The Greenwall Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

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Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for bioethics research projects that address pressing ethical dilemmas in healthcare and public health, aiming to improve decision-making and outcomes in these fields.

Health
Nonprofits
Services to Older Refugees Program
$1,425,000
New York Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 3, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in New York State to help refugees aged 60 and older access essential services and achieve greater independence and integration in their communities.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program
$200,000
Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in the Eastern District of Virginia to implement innovative strategies aimed at reducing violent crime, particularly gun violence and gang activity.

Safety
City or township governments
Law & Science
$5,500,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

This program provides funding for interdisciplinary research that explores the relationship between law, legal systems, and advancements in science and technology, targeting scholars and institutions engaged in social science studies.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Nonprofits
Export Controls and Investment Screening for Critical Minerals Supply Chain
$5,409,250
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a variety of organizations working to strengthen global supply chains for critical minerals by enhancing export controls and investment screening to protect national security interests.

International Development
Nonprofits
Juvenile Defender Training Initiative Grant
$150,000
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a single organization in Pennsylvania to deliver statewide training and resources aimed at improving the legal representation of youth in the juvenile justice system.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Nonprofits
125 Pretrial Success Program
$500,000
Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist individuals with criminal charges who are released before trial, helping them access essential behavioral health services and improve their chances of appearing in court and avoiding reoffending.

Law Justice and Legal Services
State governments