Opportunity Information: Apply for BJA 2013 3554
Apply for BJA 2013 3554
- The Bureau of Justice Assistance in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BJA FY 13 Encouraging Innovation Field Initiated Programs Concept Paper" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.738 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program 16.751 Edward Byrne Memorial Competitive Grant Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 14, 2013 and posted on Mar 14, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 12, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $400,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) State governments City or township governments For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education County governments.
- Category 1 Eligible applicants are limited to state and/or local public or private entities, including for profit (commercial) and nonprofit organizations, faith based and community organizations, institutions of higher education, federally recognized Indian tribal governments (as determined by the Secretary of the Interior), and units of local and state government. For profit organizations must agree to waive any profit or fees for services. Category 2 Eligible applicants are limited to public or private entities, institutions of higher education, including national for profit (commercial) and nonprofit organizations. For profit organizations must agree to waive any profit or fees for services.
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Opportunity Summary:
The BJA FY 13 Encouraging Innovation Field Initiated Programs Concept Paper opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number BJA-2013-3554) is a discretionary grant program from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), aimed at preventing and reducing crime while strengthening the criminal justice system. The core idea is to partner with practitioners and stakeholders in the field to identify emerging or persistent crime problems and system challenges, then support practical, innovative responses that can improve outcomes. BJA is specifically looking for proposals that introduce new approaches, close gaps where current responses are weak, translate research into practice, or build the capacity of agencies and communities to address complex public safety issues. A key requirement is that proposed projects should not duplicate other programs already funded by BJA, meaning applicants need to show how their work is distinct and adds clear value rather than repeating existing efforts.
The solicitation is structured around two application categories, each reflecting a different pathway for innovation and impact. Category 1 focuses on state, local, or tribal strategy testing. These projects are expected to pilot or test a specific intervention or approach in a real-world setting, carefully document how it is implemented, and produce usable tools or guidance that would support replication at the national level. In other words, BJA is not only funding a local pilot, but also the learning products that help other jurisdictions adopt what works. Category 2 is geared toward broader-scale strategies, supporting targeted national efforts or regional initiatives designed to address a major need or gap in the field. For regional projects, applicants must make a convincing case that the strategy fits a regional need or context, can be implemented effectively across the region, and can still be replicated elsewhere, so that the work becomes a model rather than a one-off solution.
Across both categories, innovation is central. BJA expects applicants to propose either genuinely new strategies or approaches that strongly align with the BJA Strategic Plan and the goals of the solicitation. The program is designed to fund a relatively small number of projects, emphasizing quality, originality, and practical usefulness to the broader justice community. The overall emphasis is on improving practice and preventing crime through ideas that can be tested, refined, and shared in a way that moves the field forward.
Funding under this opportunity uses the grant instrument type, with an award ceiling of $400,000 and no stated award floor. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which lowers the barrier for jurisdictions and organizations that may not have additional funds available to meet a match. The solicitation is tied to CFDA numbers 16.738 (Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program) and 16.751 (Edward Byrne Memorial Competitive Grant Program), signaling its placement within BJA's broader Byrne-related public safety funding portfolio.
Eligibility varies by category. For Category 1, eligible applicants are limited to state and/or local public or private entities, including nonprofit organizations (including faith-based and community organizations), for-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, federally recognized tribal governments, and units of local or state government. For Category 2, eligible applicants include public or private entities and institutions of higher education, including national for-profit and nonprofit organizations. In both categories, for-profit organizations must agree to waive any profit or fees for services, which effectively means BJA will fund allowable project costs but not profit-making.
Key dates for this FY 2013 opportunity include a posted date of March 14, 2013, and an original and final concept paper closing date of April 12, 2013, with the opportunity archived on May 12, 2013. Applicants needing submission help were directed to Grants.gov technical support via the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 800-518-4726 or by email at support@grants.gov.
FAQs: BJA FY 13 Encouraging Innovation Field Initiated Programs Concept Paper (BJA-2013-3554)
What is this grant opportunity?
This is the BJA FY 13 Encouraging Innovation Field Initiated Programs Concept Paper opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number BJA-2013-3554), a discretionary grant program from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). It is intended to help prevent and reduce crime while strengthening the criminal justice system by supporting practical, innovative responses to real-world public safety challenges.
What is the main purpose of the program?
The program is designed to partner with practitioners and stakeholders to identify emerging or persistent crime problems and system challenges, and then fund innovative projects that improve outcomes. BJA is seeking proposals that introduce new approaches, close gaps where current responses are weak, translate research into practice, or build capacity to address complex public safety issues.
What does BJA mean by "innovation" in this solicitation?
Innovation is central across both categories. Applicants are expected to propose genuinely new strategies or approaches, or approaches that strongly align with the BJA Strategic Plan and the solicitation goals, and that can be tested, refined, and shared to move the field forward.
Are applicants required to avoid duplicating existing BJA-funded programs?
Yes. A key requirement is that proposed projects should not duplicate other programs already funded by BJA. Applicants are expected to demonstrate that their project is distinct, addresses a clear need, and adds value rather than repeating existing BJA efforts.
How is the solicitation structured?
The solicitation has two application categories: (1) state, local, or tribal strategy testing, and (2) broader-scale strategies through targeted national efforts or regional initiatives.
What is Category 1 (state, local, or tribal strategy testing)?
Category 1 projects are intended to pilot or test a specific intervention or approach in a real-world setting. Projects are expected to carefully document implementation and produce usable tools or guidance to support replication at the national level. The goal is not only a local pilot, but also practical learning products other jurisdictions can use.
What is Category 2 (broader-scale strategies)?
Category 2 supports broader-scale strategies, including targeted national efforts or regional initiatives designed to address major needs or gaps in the field. For regional projects, applicants must justify the regional need and context, show that implementation across the region is feasible, and still demonstrate that the work can be replicated elsewhere.
If applying for a regional initiative under Category 2, what must be demonstrated?
Applicants must make a convincing case that the strategy fits a regional need or context, can be implemented effectively across the region, and can be replicated elsewhere so it can serve as a model rather than a one-off solution.
Does BJA expect to fund many projects under this opportunity?
No. The solicitation is intended to fund a relatively small number of projects, with emphasis on quality, originality, and practical usefulness to the broader justice community.
What is the award type (instrument) for this opportunity?
Funding is provided using a grant instrument type.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $400,000.
Is there a minimum award amount (award floor)?
No award floor is stated in the provided information.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement for this opportunity.
What CFDA numbers are associated with this solicitation?
The solicitation is tied to CFDA 16.738 (Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program) and CFDA 16.751 (Edward Byrne Memorial Competitive Grant Program).
Who is eligible to apply under Category 1?
Category 1 eligible applicants are limited to state and/or local public or private entities, including nonprofit organizations (including faith-based and community organizations), for-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, federally recognized tribal governments, and units of local or state government.
Who is eligible to apply under Category 2?
Category 2 eligible applicants include public or private entities and institutions of higher education, including national for-profit and nonprofit organizations.
Are for-profit organizations eligible, and are there special conditions?
Yes, for-profit organizations are eligible in both categories, but they must agree to waive any profit or fees for services. This means BJA will fund allowable project costs but not profit-making.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The posted date is March 14, 2013.
What was the concept paper deadline?
The original and final concept paper closing date was April 12, 2013.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on May 12, 2013.
Where were applicants directed for submission or technical help?
Applicants needing submission help were directed to Grants.gov technical support through the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 800-518-4726 or by email at support@grants.gov.
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