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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Law Justice and Legal Services

Explore 404 grant opportunities

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
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This grant 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
Children's Justice Act
$109,477
North Carolina Department of Public Safety (Governor’s Crime Commission)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in North Carolina to improve the legal processes and protections for children involved in abuse and neglect cases.

Law Justice and Legal Services
County governments
Making a Difference Program
Contact for amount
The Greenwall Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Violence Intervention and Prevention Program (VIPP)
$300,000
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 to implement effective strategies for preventing gun violence and supporting individuals affected by violence.

Health
Nonprofits
Law & Science
$5,500,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

This grant provides funding for interdisciplinary research that explores the relationship between law, legal systems, and advancements in science and technology, aimed at enhancing our understanding of how these areas influence each other.

Law Justice and Legal Services
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
Ohio Governor’s Expedited Pardon Project (OGEPP) Proposal for for Law Schools or Legal Advocacy Organizations
$175,000
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to law schools and legal advocacy organizations in Ohio to help individuals seeking expedited pardons by offering legal assistance and representation throughout the application process.

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
Specialized Training Fund Grant
$350,000
Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Wisconsin law enforcement agencies, nonprofit associations, and technical colleges in providing specialized training to enhance officer skills, public safety, and community collaboration across the state.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Grant
$1,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides $1 million to support organizations that help individuals incarcerated in Pennsylvania's minimum- or low-security federal prisons prepare for successful reentry into society through workforce training and post-release support services.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Central Valley Community Grants
$100,000
The Wonderful Company
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofits, schools, and local agencies in California's Central Valley to enhance health, education, and social equity initiatives in communities like Kern, Kings, and Fresno Counties.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Campus Security Support Program Grant
$300,000
Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Ohio's higher education institutions to enhance safety measures for student organizations at risk of violence, terrorism, or harassment.

Safety
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DNA Cold Case (DNACC) Competitive Grant Program
$200,000
Michigan State Police Grants and Community Services Division
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 21, 2026

This grant provides financial support to Michigan-accredited universities to develop or expand cold case investigation programs in collaboration with law enforcement, focusing on unresolved homicides and missing persons cases.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Making a Difference Request for Proposals
Contact for amount
The Greenwall Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2024

This funding opportunity supports innovative research that addresses pressing bioethical issues in healthcare and public health, particularly from diverse and collaborative research teams, with a focus on real-world applications and policy impact.

Health
Individuals
Spencer Fellowship for Education Reporting
$85,000
Spencer Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 23, 2024

This fellowship provides financial support and resources for journalists and educators to create impactful long-form journalism projects that enhance public understanding of education.

Education
City or township governments
Avery Community Foundation Grant
$1,000
Avery Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations in Avery County for various local needs, including education, health, youth development, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Byrne JAG State Agency Grant
$60,000
Massachusetts Office of Grants and Research (OGR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Massachusetts state agencies focused on law enforcement to address critical public safety issues through evidence-based projects and initiatives.

Safety
State governments