BJA FY25 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA
Posted: Sep 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM EDT
Closes: 10/27/2025
Funding Information
Award Ceiling
$500,000
Description
This NOFO supports prosecutors in the investigation and prosecution of violent cold case crimes where a suspect DNA profile is already developed. This initiative aims to enhance public safety and ensure appropriate case resolution for victims and their families. Law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies may utilize this funding for investigative and prosecutorial activities, as well as crime and forensic analyses that could increase the rate of successful prosecutions and/or other appropriate resolution of cases. Please see the Eligible Applicants section for the eligibility criteria.
Synopsis
This NOFO supports prosecutors in the investigation and prosecution of violent cold case crimes where a suspect DNA profile is already developed. This initiative aims to enhance public safety and ensure appropriate case resolution for victims and their families. Law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies may utilize this funding for investigative and prosecutorial activities, as well as crime and forensic analyses that could increase the rate of successful prosecutions and/or other appropriate resolution of cases. Please see the Eligible Applicants section for the eligibility criteria.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants:
State and local prosecuting agencies, Units of local government, Law enforcement agencies
Funding Activity Categories
CFDA Numbers
- 16.036 - Comprehensive Forensic DNA Analysis Grant Program
Contact Information
Agency: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Contact: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Email: OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
Phone: 202-514-9354
OJP Response Center
OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
Additional Information
Document Type: synopsis
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Version: 1
Last Updated: Sep 17, 2025 11:03:48 AM EDT
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