OVC FY 2026 Invited to Apply - Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program: eligibility, deadline, and how to apply (2026)
Key Facts
- Agency
- Office for Victims of Crime
- Award Range
- up to $3,500,000
- Deadline
- 2026-10-06
- Time Remaining
- Closing soon: about 3 days left as of October 3, 2026.
- CFDA Number
- 16.753
The OVC FY 2026 Invited to Apply - Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program is a federal funding opportunity administered by the Office for Victims of Crime. This guide covers everything you need to know to determine whether you qualify and how this award works before the 2026-10-06 deadline.
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Eligibility requirements
To qualify for the OVC FY 2026 Invited to Apply - Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
By invitation only: this notice is open only to the recipients named for it. Funding will only be provided for the specific projects in the amounts designated in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement accompanying the 2026 CJS Appropriations Act.
Eligibility requirements can change between funding cycles. Always verify the current criteria on the official Grants.gov listing before beginning your application.
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How to apply: step by step
- This funds projects Congress named. It pays for Congressionally Directed Spending projects listed in the appropriations act; only those designated recipients apply, and it is not open to the public.
- If your organization was named, follow the application steps in the official listing; a designation still requires a complete application.
- Otherwise, look for open programs. Use our free Grant Finder to find programs you can apply to.
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Grant details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Grant Name | OVC FY 2026 Invited to Apply - Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program |
| Funding Agency | Office for Victims of Crime |
| CFDA Number | 16.753 |
| Award Minimum | Not published |
| Award Maximum | $3,500,000 |
| Deadline | 2026-10-06 |
| Category | Social Services |
| Matching Required | No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program |
| Application Link | Apply on Grants.gov |
Federal grant budgets and priorities shift each fiscal year. The amounts listed above reflect the most recent funding cycle. For the latest figures, check the official program page.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the OVC FY 2026 Invited to Apply - Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program?
By invitation only: this notice is open only to the recipients named for it. Funding will only be provided for the specific projects in the amounts designated in the Congressional Joint Explanatory Statement accompanying the 2026 CJS Appropriations Act. Requirements can change between cycles, so always verify on the official Grants.gov listing before applying.
What is the deadline for OVC FY 2026 Invited to Apply - Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program?
The current deadline is 2026-10-06. Many federal grants operate on annual or rolling cycles. If this deadline has passed, check the Grants.gov listing for the next funding opportunity.
Does OVC FY 2026 Invited to Apply - Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program require matching funds?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program. Matching requirements can vary by fiscal year and applicant type, so confirm with the funding agency before committing resources.