NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on Human Trafficking
National Institute of Justice
This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on Human Trafficking. This opportunity supports proposals for rigorous research and evaluation projects to better understand, respond to, and reduce Human Trafficking in the United States in three areas: (1) prevention, including justice system and other initiatives to prevent trafficking in the first place or to prevent further harm after it has occurred, (2) evaluation of federal policies that may have the unintended consequence of perpetuating or increasing human trafficking, and (3) applied research and program evaluations that directly support effective services for American victims. This NOFO is released by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), in collaboration with the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). Awards up to $2,500,000.
Deadline
2026-11-16
Who can apply
Open to: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); State governments; Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; County governments; Small businesses; Special district governments; For profit organizations other than small businesses; City or township governments.
Sources
Grants.gov. Last updated 2026-10-26.
Always confirm eligibility and deadlines on the funder's own page before applying.