Quality Improvement Center on Child Maltreatment Fatality Data Practices and Reporting
ID: 355699Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB (HHS-ACF-CB)

Award Range

$1M - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Others

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/355699
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    Description

    The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is forecasting a funding opportunity for the establishment of a Quality Improvement Center on Child Maltreatment Fatality Data Practices and Reporting (QIC-FR) through a cooperative agreement. This initiative aims to enhance the capacity of states to effectively report, analyze, and utilize child fatality data related to child abuse and neglect, thereby improving safety and well-being for children. The project will involve cross-agency cooperation, pilot interventions, and the dissemination of best practices to prevent and address child fatalities. The estimated total program funding is $1,250,000, with a single award anticipated, and applications are due by May 1, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Cara Kelly at CB@grantreview.org for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cara Kelly
    CB@grantreview.org
    CB@grantreview.org
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