Elder Justice Innovation Grants FY2027

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is seeking innovative projects that advance elder‑justice solutions, including prevention, intervention, and evidence‑building activities. Up to ten cooperative agreements will be awarded, each ranging from $250,000 to $500,000, to support the development of materials, programs, or research that can be widely disseminated or replicated across the United States. The initiative aims to strengthen the field of elder‑abuse prevention and create a robust evidence base for future policy and practice. • Funding: $3.5 M total, 10 awards, $250‑500 K per award • Eligible applicants: U.S. entities (foreign entities excluded); faith‑based and community organizations may apply if they meet eligibility criteria • Instrument: Cooperative Agreement (allows substantial agency involvement) • Key dates: Posting Oct 19 2026; Application deadline May 17 2027; Award notification Aug 18 2027; Project start Sept 1 2027 • Focus areas: development of scalable tools, programs, or research that address elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation and can be shared nationally.