With this solicitation, Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) seeks to implement and deliver mentoring services to youth
populations that are involved in the juvenile justice system.
Donor Name: Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP)
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/28/2024
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: 3 Years
Details:
The program’s goal is to improve outcomes (such as improved academic performance and reduced school dropout rates) for youth involved in the juvenile justice system, and to reduce negative outcomes (including continued involvement in the juvenile justice system, substance use, and gang participation) through mentoring.
ObjectivesÂ
OJJDP has identified the following specific program objectives:
- Increase access to mentoring services for youth involved in the juvenile justice system.
- Increase or maintain the number of screened and well-trained mentors, with an emphasis on ensuring the mentors selected reflect the youth they serve.
- Develop and implement program design enhancements that align with research and evidence on effective mentoring approaches.
Funding Information
- Anticipated Total Amount To Be Awarded Under This Solicitation: $2,500,000
- Anticipated Maximum Dollar Amount per Award: Awards will be up to $500,000
Period of Performance
36 months
Eligibility Criteria
- Native American Tribal organizations (other than federally recognized Tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- For-profit organizations other than small businesses
For more information, visit Grants.gov.