OJJDP FY25 Enhancing Juvenile Indigent Defense
ID: 360589Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

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

Award Range

$0 - $400K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Law, Justice and Legal Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360589

Additional Information

https://www.ojp.gov/funding/docs/OJJDP-2025-172456
Timeline
    Description

    The Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "OJJDP FY25 Enhancing Juvenile Indigent Defense" aimed at supporting local implementation of juvenile indigent defense practices and services. The primary objective of this grant is to strengthen and improve the representation of youth involved in the juvenile justice system, addressing barriers and gaps to reduce reoffending and decrease recidivism among indigent youth. This initiative is crucial for enhancing legal services within the juvenile justice framework, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive adequate representation. The total estimated program funding is $1.6 million, with individual awards ranging from $0 to $400,000, and the application deadline is set for October 23, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out via email at OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov for further inquiries and access additional information through the provided link.

    Point(s) of Contact
    OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
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