OpenResearch Grant

NIJ FY25 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Financial Exploitation of Older Adults

Funded by:

National Institute of Justice

Grant Amount

USD: 1,600,000Award Maximum

USD: 1,600,000Award Minimum

Deadline

May 19, 2026

3 days remaining

Est. Awards

2 Grants

Funding Purpose

Applied Research

Subjects

Social SciencesPsychology

Description

National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Grant Opportunity

This opportunity supports research and initiatives related to the safety and well-being of vulnerable populations, focusing on prevention and intervention strategies.

Eligibility Requirements

This funding is open to qualified research institutions, non-profit organizations, and academic consortia working in the fields of public safety, gerontology, and social work.

Must demonstrate institutional capacity for rigorous research methodology.
Proposal must align with NIJ's mission to reduce crime and disorder.
Prior experience in community-based intervention programs is highly desirable.

Funding Details

Funding Opportunity Number: NIJ-2024-SAFE

Maximum Award Amount: Up to $1,500,000 USD

Application Deadline: October 30, 2024

Review Period: December 1 - January 15, 2025

Application Guidelines

Submissions must include a detailed project plan, a comprehensive budget breakdown, and letters of support from community stakeholders.

Key Focus Areas:

Elder abuse prevention in rural settings.
Intervention strategies for at-risk youth.
Community resilience building after natural disasters.

Next Steps: Please review the full Request for Proposals (RFP) document available on the official NIJ Grants Portal. Questions should be directed to the Program Officer listed in the RFP.

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