OJJDP FY25 State Delinquency Prevention Grants Program – Invited to Apply
ID: 358032Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (USDOJ-OJP-OJJDP)

Award Range

$0 - $875K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Law, Justice and Legal Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Additional Information

See Invitation Letter
Timeline
    Description

    The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) is offering the FY25 State Delinquency Prevention Grants Program, inviting select states to apply for funding aimed at addressing youth violence and its impact on juvenile justice systems. The program seeks to assist three states by providing financial support and technical assistance to implement sustainable, research-based delinquency prevention practices and programming. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the safety and well-being of at-risk youth, with a total estimated funding of $2,625,000 available, and individual awards ranging from $0 to $875,000. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by January 13, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Janet Chiancone at Janet.Chiancone@usdoj.gov.

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