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WCMEA | Grant Resources
The Importance of Grant Resources:
Grants provide critical support that enables county and regional death investigation offices to enhance capabilities and modernize their services. Whether you’re pursuing training reimbursement, equipment upgrades, or operational funding, WCMEA’s curated list of resources is designed to connect you with real opportunities. By investing in our members’ access to funding, we help raise the standard of forensic excellence throughout Wisconsin.
Welcome to the WCMEA Grant Resource Center
This page is your go-to destination for financial resources, tools, and information related to grant opportunities available to coroners, medical examiners, and their offices across Wisconsin. WCMEA is committed to helping members discover and apply for relevant funding sources that can support training, technology, equipment, and operational improvements. Explore links to state and federal grants, downloadable forms, and tips for successful submissions.
Resource Links:
The Justice Grants System (JustGrants)
https://nij.ojp.gov/funding/current
This webpage is the National Institute of Justice’s central portal for current funding opportunities, offering up-to-date listings of grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts supporting research and innovation in criminal justice. Each solicitation includes key details—project description, deadlines, award amounts, eligibility, and application requirements—with filters to help users locate relevant opportunities. Covering areas such as forensic science, crime prevention, technology development, and corrections, the page also links to application resources and guidance. By streamlining access to funding, NIJ promotes evidence-based practices and advancements that strengthen public safety and justice nationwide.
Grant Management System (GMS)
https://justicegrants.usdoj.gov/taxonomy/term/grant-management-system-gms
The Justice Grants System (JustGrants) is the DOJ’s centralized platform for managing grant applications and awards across COPS, OJP, and OVW. Launched in 2020 to replace older systems, it streamlines and modernizes the entire grants management process. The portal provides training materials, FAQs, and support resources, along with information on funding opportunities and application procedures. Applicants use JustGrants to submit proposals, track award status, and fulfill post-award requirements, improving efficiency, transparency, and overall user experience.