Edward R. Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP)

The Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) 2026 State Share is administered by the Office of Policy and Management’s Criminal Justice Policy and Planning Division (OPM CJPPD), the designated State Administering Agency (SAA) for Connecticut. This grant is a state-level implementation of the federal Byrne SCIP program, authorized under the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act of 2022. Federal funding is provided through the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) at the U.S. Department of Justice, with the intent to reduce gun violence by addressing its root causes and risk factors. The Connecticut initiative leverages input from the Criminal Justice Policy Advisory Commission (CJPAC) and uses an approved program and budget plan that aligns with federal guidance. The 2026 State Share offers $1,629,750 in total available funds through subawards, and applicants may apply under one or more of four funding categories. These categories encompass training for criminal justice professionals, public education and outreach, technology and programs complementing crisis interventions, and promotion of safe firearm storage. Each category has clearly defined objectives to guide program activities, and applicants are required to align their proposals accordingly. Funding allocations within categories are structured to support multiple awards, with average anticipated amounts of $160,000 in Categories 1–3 and a total of $175,852 allocated to Category 4. Applications must include a coversheet, project abstract, narrative, and detailed budget, submitted electronically by February 13, 2026. Applicants must clearly distinguish proposed activities and budget elements for each selected funding category. Projects may span up to 12 months, with timelines and deliverables detailed in the narrative section. The project narrative must address specific need, project goals, data collection, and organizational capacity. Applicants should also outline how proposed programs support behavioral health crisis care, consistent with federal guidelines. Eligibility is open to a range of entities including state agencies, non-profit organizations, tribal nations, coalitions, inter-municipal groups, taskforces, and private organizations. However, entities must meet administrative and financial capacity standards, including a Unique Entity Number registered in SAM.gov, a FEIN, and an appropriate financial management system. Applicants lacking certain requirements may partner with qualifying entities. Subaward recipients must also comply with federal financial rules and non-supplanting regulations, and programs related to extreme risk protection orders are not eligible. Award funds cannot be used for items such as entertainment, gift cards, or lobbying activities. All subrecipients must comply with quarterly and semi-annual reporting obligations that include narrative updates and detailed financial tracking. Reports are submitted through OPM’s Grant Management System, and additional documentation may be required to verify expenditures. The performance period and reporting expectations are clearly defined in the NOFO, ensuring transparency and accountability. For additional information or clarification on eligibility, applicants may contact Ryan Fleischman at [email protected]. The complete Notice of Funding Opportunity, including detailed guidance and application forms, is available for download online in PDF format. This funding opportunity represents a targeted investment by the state of Connecticut in crisis intervention efforts aimed at mitigating firearm-related harm and improving community safety.

Align with funding category purpose; use SMART goals; distinguish budgets by category.