Legal Assistance Enhancement Program Grants
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is forecasting the availability of grants under the Legal Assistance Enhancement Program (LAEP) to enhance elder rights and justice for older adults facing economic and social challenges. The program aims to fund cooperative agreements that will innovate and improve the quality, accessibility, and effectiveness of legal assistance for older adults, particularly in underserved communities. This funding opportunity is crucial for ensuring that older adults receive comprehensive legal support, from advice to full representation, in significant areas of need. Interested applicants should note that the estimated total program funding is $1,007,000, with awards ranging from $100,000 to $250,000, and the application process is expected to open in April 2025, with a closing date in June 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Sara Planthaber at 202-795-7365 or via email at sara.planthaber@acl.hhs.gov.
Eligible Applicants
Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement.