Grants for Coordination of Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Child Welfare Services to Tribal Families at Risk of Child Abuse or Neglect
ID: 355693Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Children and Families - OFA (HHS-ACF-OFA)

Award Range

$215K - $215K

Eligible Applicants

Nonfederally Recognized Native American Tribal Organizations

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/355693
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is offering grants for the Coordination of Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Child Welfare Services aimed at supporting tribal families at risk of child abuse or neglect. This funding opportunity seeks to support demonstration projects that enhance the effectiveness of tribal governments or consortia in providing coordinated services to these vulnerable families, with a focus on improving case management, supportive services for children in out-of-home placements, and prevention services for families at risk. The total estimated program funding is $1,505,000, with individual awards set at $215,000 each, and applications are expected to be submitted electronically by May 1, 2025, with awards anticipated by August 29, 2025. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact Seth Chamberlain at 202-260-2242 or via email at seth.chamberlain@acf.hhs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Seth Chamberlain
    (202) 260-2242
    seth.chamberlain@acf.hhs.gov
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