NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on Drones as First Responders

This grant funds rigorous evaluations of drone technology used by law-enforcement agencies to address violent crime, immigration enforcement, and other policing activities. It supports research on existing or new pilot programs, requiring collaboration between researchers and police agencies, with agencies able to keep any drones purchased for the study.

Amount: up to $3.5M
Type: Grant

Key facts

Key facts for NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on Drones as First Responders
Amount	up to $3.5M
Issuer	National Institute of Justice
Who can apply	Small businesses, companies, universities and 7 more
Sectors	Deep Tech
Deadline	Closes 30 Nov 2026

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