Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Countywide (JAG-C) Funding
The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Countywide (JAG-C) provides financial assistance to local projects that prevent and reduce crime and strengthen the criminal justice system within Pinellas County. The anticipated allocation for Pinellas County is $250,000.00. Applicants must demonstrate a clear and direct connection to the criminal justice system.
JAG-C is a pass-through grant of federal funds allocated to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). Pinellas administers a competitive, online application process for JAG-C funding. All applications undergo a three-tiered review process, beginning with a Responsiveness and Completeness Review by Pinellas County Human Services to ensure required submission guidelines are met. Applications deemed complete will then undergo a Fiscal Review by Human Services Business Services to verify that agencies and proposed budgets are fiscally sound and appropriate for the program. Applicants must meet all established eligibility requirements to advance to the JAG-C review committee for scoring. The Substance and Alcohol Abuse Advisory Board will review applications and make funding recommendations for final approval by the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) and the FDLE.
Funding recommendations are contingent upon FDLE’s annual solicitation release and award to Pinellas County. The County and SAAB retain discretion to revise requirements and/or funding recommendations in accordance with FDLE guidance.
FDLE has notified us that the release of FY 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funding will be delayed.
At this time, the exact timing of the delay is not clear, however, it is anticipated that projects may be delayed several months into the County’s 2026-2027 fiscal year.
No program activity would be able to proceed, and no back dating for services would be able to occur, so projects would run from the effective start for the contract executed once the funds are released. Timing for the execution of the proposed projects may also be abridged by the delay.
Please note FDLE’s notice on their funding website for reference: FDLE – Open Funding Opportunities
Advisory Board
Substance Abuse Advisory Board
Governing Documents
FY26-27 JAG-C Instructional Guidelines
Key Dates and Deadlines for the new FY27 JAG-C Application Process
Please note that all meetings and sessions outlined in the timeline below are open to the public. This includes the Pre-Solicitation Conference, SAAB Review and Recommendation Meeting, and the Board of County Commissioners Recommendation Approval. Attendance is encouraged for those interested in gaining insight into the process and staying informed about key updates.
| Activity | Date/Time | Public Meeting | Location/access information |
| Application Release Date: | March 11, 2026 | Completed | |
| Questions and Answer Period Open: | March 11, 2026 | Completed | |
| Pre-Solicitation Conference: | *March 25, 2026, at 9:00 am-10:00 am | Online | Completed |
| Question and Answer Period Closed: | March 25, 2026 | Completed | |
| Questions will be Posted to the Website: | April 1, 2026 | Completed | |
| Application closes: | April 8, 2026, at 2:00 pm | Completed | |
| SAAB Review and Recommendation Meeting: | April 22, 2026 at 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | In Person | Completed |
| Board of County Commissioners Recommendation Approval | **TBD | https://pinellas.gov/board-of-county-commissioners-meetings/ | |
| * Pre Solicitation Conference is not mandatory; however, it is strongly encouraged as it provides a valuable opportunity to gain clarity on application requirements, ask questions, and receive important updates that may impact proposal preparation. | |||
| **FDLE has notified us that the release of FY 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funding will be delayed. At this time, the exact timing of the delay is not clear, however, it is anticipated that projects may be delayed several months into the new fiscal year. No program activity would be able to proceed, and no back dating for services would be able to occur, so projects would run from the effective start for the contract executed once the funds are released. Timing for the execution of the proposed projects may also be abridged by the delay. Please note FDLE’s notice on their funding website for reference: https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/fdle-grants/open-funding-opportunities | |||
FY27 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Grant (JAG-C) Funding Questions and Answers
Funding Information
FY27 JAG-C Funding Recommendations