OJJDP FY25 National Mentoring Programs

The Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "OJJDP FY25 National Mentoring Programs" aimed at supporting the implementation and delivery of mentoring services for youth at risk of juvenile delinquency and victimization. The program's objectives include increasing the number of at-risk youth receiving mentoring, enhancing the training of mentors, and improving program designs to align with effective mentoring strategies. With an estimated total funding of $44 million and an award ceiling of $30 million, the OJJDP expects to make three awards under this discretionary grant program. Interested applicants, particularly national organizations, can find more information and submit inquiries via email at OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov, with applications due by October 27, 2025.