NIJ FY 2026 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of Elderly Individuals
Key Information
Due Date: November 30, 2026
Agency: United States Department of Justice
Source: Federal
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Funding Categories:
Funding Amount: $1,800,000
Funding Type: Grant
Match Required: No
Status: Posted
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Overview
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.
Additional Info
Posted Date: October 22, 2026
Application Due Date: November 30, 2026
Estimated Award Date: Not Specified
Eligible Applicants:
- State governments
- Private institutions of higher education
- County governments
- Special district governments
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- City or township governments
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Independent school districts
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
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