BJA FY 2026 Missing and Unidentified Human Remains (MUHR) Program
The MUHR Program funds work to report, process, and identify missing persons and unidentified human remains cases. It is offered by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance. Funds can cover personnel, lab supplies and equipment, DNA analysis, forensic genetic genealogy, and transporting remains.
Counties, cities, other local governments, state governments, medical examiner offices, accredited labs, certain public universities, and certain nonprofits are eligible. Local governments must submit a certification from their chief executive officer. Applicants without access to databases such as NamUs and NCIC must partner with an agency that has it.
Anticipated Total Awarded:
Up to $3,079,954
Maximum Award:
$1,000,000
Match Requirement:
None
Duration of Grant Award:
Award: 36 months, starting January 1, 2027
Date Available:
10/19/2026 12:00 AM
Date Due:
12/2/2026 11:59 PM
Funding Agency Contact:
OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov or 800-851-3420