Drug Control Policy Grants

Federal Grants

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Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (Bryne-JAG)

Byrne-JAG grants are used by state and local agencies in Iowa to improve the criminal justice system. The program places an emphasis on breaking the cycle of substance abuse and crime. It is used for combating violence, holding offenders accountable, enhancing law enforcement programs, and supporting adjudication.

The Byrne Justice Assistance Grant Program is administered through the federal Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). BJA partners with State Administering Agencies (SAAs), which in Iowa is the Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP).

BJA determines total state allocations using a formula based on population and Part 1 Uniform Crime Reports. Forty percent of the state’s allocation is passed directly to local jurisdictions. Sixty percent is passed through to the SAA. ODCP sub-awards this funding to state and local jurisdictions through a competitive grant process. This process is based on the priorities established in Iowa’s Drug Control Strategy. Language assistance may be available through the Iowa Interpreters and Translators Association. 

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Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant

The Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant provides funding to improve the quality and timeliness of forensic science and medical examiner services. Among other things, funds may be used to eliminate a backlog in the analysis of forensic evidence. It may also be used to train and employ forensic laboratory personnel, as needed, to eliminate such a backlog.

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) limits state agencies to a single competitive application from each state.

Local agencies can apply directly to the National Institute of Justice for competitive funding.

Funding

State Formula: Iowa ODCP is the State Administering Agency for the Coverdell Grant in Iowa. ODCP is responsible for submitting the state application to the NIJ.

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Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant

The Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) program is a federal grant program administered by ODCP. 

The PSN program is designed to address violent crime with an emphasis on gun and gang-related crime. The PSN program provides funding to each of the 94 U.S. Attorney districts. The program facilitates a coordinated response to the most critical violent crime problem in each district. 

Each of the U.S. Attorneys have established district PSN workgroups. The workgroups develop a PSN strategic plan, which includes funding priorities for the award. 

Funding

ODCP, in cooperation with the U.S. Attorney’s Offices, offers a competitive PSN funding opportunity. 

PSN promotes safe neighborhoods through a reduction in violent crime. Projects address criminal gangs and the felonious possession and use of firearms.  The PSN program supports coordination, cooperation, and partnerships of local, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement agencies. PSN projects support the communities they serve in a unified approach coordinated with the U.S. Attorneys.

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Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Formula Grant Program

The Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) Formula Grant is administered by ODCP. RSAT assists in implementing substance abuse treatment programs in correctional and detention facilities.

RSAT programs provide individual and group treatment activities for offenders and must:

  • Last between 6 and 12 months. 
  • Be provided in residential treatment facilities set apart from the general correctional population. 
  • Focus on the substance abuse problems of the inmate. 
  • Develop the person's cognitive, behavioral, social, vocational, and other skills. The goal is to solve substance use disorders and related problems.

Applications are submitted through Iowa Grants, which is an online grant management tool. Registration is required prior to submitting an application. Registration may take several days to complete. 

RSAT Application Instructions

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More Grant Opportunities & Resources

State grants:

  • Iowa Grants (funding opportunities at the Iowa Grants web portal) 

Federal grant opportunities: 

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