FY 24 Runaway and Homeless Youth Prevention Demonstration Program
ID: 349731Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB (HHS-ACF-FYSB)

Award Range

$250K - $350K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/349731
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Children & Families (ACF) is offering funding through the Fiscal Year 2024 Runaway and Homeless Youth Prevention Demonstration Program (RHY-PDP) to support community-based initiatives aimed at preventing youth homelessness. Eligible applicants, including public and non-profit organizations, are required to establish partnerships with service providers and contribute 10% of project costs as a cost-sharing requirement. This program emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts across various sectors, targeting youth aged 22 and under, and aims to implement comprehensive prevention services while engaging youth with lived experiences. Interested parties must submit their applications by June 7, 2024, with funding available up to $1,750,000 and a maximum award of $350,000 for the first budget period, which spans three years. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Chris Holloway at Christopher.Holloway@acf.hhs.gov.

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    Posted
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    The Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Fiscal Year 2024 Runaway and Homeless Youth-Prevention Demonstration Program (RHY-PDP). The objective is to support community-based initiatives aimed at preventing youth homelessness by establishing partnerships among service providers and organizations. Funding up to $1,750,000 is available, with a maximum award of $350,000 for the first budget period, covering three years. Eligible applicants include public and nonprofit organizations, although those tied to the juvenile justice system are excluded. Applicants must contribute 10% of the project costs as a cost-sharing requirement. The application deadline is June 7, 2024, and a pre-application webinar will occur on April 29, 2024. Projects should include planning and implementing comprehensive prevention services targeting youth aged 22 and under, involving collaborative efforts with stakeholders across various sectors, including health, education, and social services. Successful applicants will engage youth with lived experiences and prioritize equitable service delivery. Additionally, a rigorous evaluation process will assess project outcomes and effectiveness. The funding underscores the federal government's commitment to addressing youth homelessness through proactive and preventive measures.
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