We are just days away from celebrating our nation’s independence. What a beautiful time of the year. Read More…

This Spring has been a crazy one. Between weather and grants - we’ve seen just about everything. Luckily, things are beginning to settle down a bit. Check out the list of available funding opportunities and get started today!

Are we back to business as usual? The grant programs highlighted in this newsletter will be receiving the expected funding for current applications.
Get started on your applications today!

We are just a few days away from the expiration of the latest continuing resolution. Talk about unsettled. Grant applications are still open but final funding is still unknown.

The most exciting grant of the year is finally open for you to apply! Read more about how your court, agency, or community group can apply to receive $10,000 from New Dawn Technologies!

Budget discussions are going through a similar rollercoaster ride right now. We hear about highs and lows and even some loops thrown in there just for fun—and the ride just keeps on going. Although President Obama sent a budget to Congress for review and ratification, the ride is not over. It is very unclear as to when it might be over.

January has brought a lot of changes in the world. My prayers go out to the families affected by recent violence. On a more positive note, grant solicitations are finally starting to hit the street.

Read more to find out what you can expect in 2011

There is a new funding opportunity available - but one you cannot wait to apply for! This new funding opportunity the Justice Reinvestment Initiative has a first deadline of February 1st!

Appropriations are still in committees and are sure to come under fire with the new congress in January. Here’s hoping that the holiday cheer spills over into the new year and justice is awarded the grants it so desperately needs at this time.

Don’t forget to take advantage of the BJA’s Grant Writing Modules that will teach you more about writing a successful grant proposal and don’t forget to learn the basics with Grants 101.

There are quite a few new opportunities available for funding in early 2011 - and while many grants have yet to be announced, there are some amazing resources to make sure you’re ready.