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Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program Funding Available

The competitive and formula funding opportunities are now available for the FY24 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program.

This program funds improvements to forensic science and medical examiner/coroner services, including services provided by laboratories operated by states and units of local government.

Under this program, state administering agencies may apply for both formula and competitive funds. Units of local government may apply only for competitive funds.

Learn more about the competitive and formula funding opportunities and apply by the posted deadlines.

Date Published: April 30, 2024