Legal Assistance Enhancement Program Grants
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Administration for Community Living is offering the Legal Assistance Enhancement Program Grants to expand and improve the delivery of legal services for older adults. This funding opportunity aims to support public-private partnerships at state and local levels, enhancing legal assistance from advice to full representation, in accordance with the Older Americans Act. With an estimated total program funding of $1 million, the agency plans to award approximately five cooperative agreements, with individual awards ranging from $100,000 to $250,000. Interested applicants can find more information and contact Kari Benson at (202) 401-4634 or via email at contactelderjustice@acl.hhs.gov, with proposals due by May 5, 2026, and project start dates anticipated for September 1, 2026.
Eligible Applicants
Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement.