NIJ FY 2026 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of Elderly Individuals
National Institute of Justice
This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the NIJ FY 2026 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of Elderly Individuals. This opportunity seeks to improve knowledge and understanding of relevant issues through science. Under this NOFO, NIJ is seeking proposals to address one or more of the following topic areas: 1. Research examining the role of emerging technologies in fraud and exploitation, including technology-enabled approaches to enhance detection and investigation. 2. Forensic research to inform and strengthen the investigation and prosecution of elder abuse cases. 3. Evaluation of programs that seek to prevent, intervene in, or respond to the abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of older adults. 4. Research to inform the development of effective education and intervention programs that address financial fraud against older adults. Applications proposing research projects not addressing one of these four areas will not be considered. Awards up to $1,800,000.
Deadline
2026-11-30
Who can apply
Open to: Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; County governments; For profit organizations other than small businesses; State governments; Private institutions of higher education; City or township governments; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
Sources
Grants.gov. Last updated 2026-10-26.
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