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What is the BCJI Program?

The Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation (BCJI) Program is a strategic approach to crime reduction that leverages community knowledge and expertise by focusing on community-led efforts, working with law enforcement and other local partners to support prevention and intervention efforts on neighborhoods where crime is concentrated or crime “hotspots.” The BCJI Program is operated by the US Department of Justice (DOJ).

The Salisbury Police Department successfully applied for a grant from BCJI program as part of the West End Initiative. BCJI projects include:

  • Leveraging community knowledge and expertise for crime reduction
  • Local partners to support prevention and intervention

Summer Grant Applications Are Closed

  • The West End Youth and Family Summer Program Grant is sponsored by the $800,000 Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation grant which was awarded to the City of Salisbury Police Department.
  • Seeking proposals from qualified local organizations for implementation of innovative community–led initiatives and programs for youth and family focused projects and programs in the West End neighborhoods.
  • Successful proposals will offer community-led initiatives and new ideas to promote neighborhood stability & safety, crime reduction and prevention in the West End neighborhood.
  • Grants up to $20,000

Priority Areas:

  • Youth & Family Development (i.e. mentoring programs, dress to impress)
  • Youth and Family education (tutoring programs, GED classes, cultural history programs)
  • Neighborhood Safety (neighborhood watch groups, gun safety classes, community violence intervention programs)
  • Youth and community recreation (youth sports teams, senior physical activity, community recreation)
  • Civic Engagement, Community Empowerment and Community Pride (Community groups, community outreach projects, community placemaking, community summer events)
  • Neighborhood Revitalization

      • Qualifications:

    • Rowan County based 501c3
    • Unincorporated coalitions or groups can apply with a fiscal sponsor
    • Religious institutions may apply
    • Grant activities must take place between May-September of 2024
    • Summer Grant Activities have to take place in the West End

    Important Dates:

    • Grant Information Meetings
      • December 14, 2023- 10 am-11:30 am (Virtual)
      • January 8th, 2024- 6pm- 7:30 pm (Virtual)
    • Grant Release Date: Monday, January 15, 2024 at 12:00 am
    • Grant Closing Date: Friday, February 16, 2024 at 11:59 pm
    • Awardees will be notified in Mid-March 2024

    FAQs

    Does a church that doesn’t have a 501 c3 still be eligible to apply for a grant without a having a fiduciary?

    All religious institutions will need to apply with a fiduciary agent/ fiscal partner if the institution does not have 501 c3 status of it’s own.

    Does it matter what type of 501c3 your non-profit is identified to apply?

    There aren't any qualification about which type 501 c3 may apply.

    Are we able to create a profile in advance in community force?

    No, you can not create a profile in the community force grant submission platform before the grant opens.

    How many unincorporated organizations or groups can a 501c3 be a fiscal sponsor for?

    There is currently not a limitation on how many unincorporated groups a 501c3 many sponsor. That is up to the discretion of the 501 c3 organization.

    Does the applicant have to rely solely on the data on the BCJI project website?

    No, As long as your data comes from a reputable source (research, academia, government reports, nonprofit publications, case studies, etc.).

    Is it mandatory to have a website or is a Facebook page sufficient?

    A website is not required for this application and a social media page link is sufficient, but it is not required.

    What is the website to find out statistical data on youth and families in the west end area of Salisbury?

    www.salisburync.gov/BCJI

    If the requested amount is less than $20,000, but we need all the funding we ask for, should we check "partial funding" or not?

    If the applicant needs less than $20,000 but needs all the funding being requested, then check ‘no’ when you reach the question “Is this project willing to accept partial funding?

    Is this a reimbursement grant? Do we receive the funds before or after project expenses?

    All awardees will receive the full grant amount upon being awarded.

    Is there a fee for Solicitation License?

    The current fee for the NC Secretary of State Solicitation License is $200. This grant will no longer require the license at the time of the application, but we will require the applicant to acquire the license before October 11, 2024. If the 501 c3 does not have a current solicitation license then it may put the fee into the overall project grant budget.

    Find more about the Solicitation License Here: https://www.sosnc.gov/divisions/charities/licensing

    The BCJI Model

    Place-based Strategy:

    • Focus on a specific location within a community to direct resources
    • Enhance environment factors to prevent crime concerns

    Build Partnerships and Trust:

    • Cross-sector partnerships Trust among partners, community, and police

    Community Engagement:

    • Understanding gaps in services, strategies, and partners

    Data & Evidence Driven:

    • Evidence-based solutions and programs

    BCJI Goals and Expected Outcomes

    Establish community-led council(s)

    • Assist the planning team in identifying needs, services, and/or programs
    • Support decision making on implementing or enhancing services and programs

    Use grant funding to jump-start or enhance programs and services

    • Informed by community needs
    • Detailed sustainability plans

    Community violence intervention plans and actions

    • Increased community collaboration
    • Measured impacts to individuals and neighborhood

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