This grant is designed to help create or improve programs that support the emotional and mental health of infants and young children. It aims to fund initiatives that use proven methods to foster social and emotional development in early childhood.
Who it's for: This grant is open to a wide range of applicants since it's marked as 'unrestricted'. This means that various organizations, including non-profits, educational institutions, and possibly even individuals, could apply, provided they have a project that fits the grant's purpose.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to demonstrate evidence-based program methods
- Incomplete application submission
- Lack of cost-sharing or matching funds
- Application submitted after the deadline
- Proposal not focused on infants and young children
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Evidence of evidence-based program methods
- Budget plan including cost-sharing details
- Organizational information and history
- Proof of eligibility
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
- Timeline of project implementation
- Evaluation plan for program outcomes
Cautions
- Ensure your program is evidence-based
- Be prepared for cost-sharing requirements
- Strict adherence to the application deadline is necessary
- Program must focus on infants and young children
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is marked as 'UNRESTRICTED', meaning there are no specific limitations on who can apply. This typically includes a wide range of entities such as non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and possibly individuals, as long as they have a project that aligns with the grant's goals.
Overview
This grant is open to a wide range of applicants since it's marked as 'unrestricted'. This means that various organizations, including non-profits, educational institutions, and possibly even individuals, could apply, provided they have a project that fits the grant's purpose.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to demonstrate evidence-based program methods
- Incomplete application submission
- Lack of cost-sharing or matching funds
- Application submitted after the deadline
- Proposal not focused on infants and young children
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop or enhance programs that support the mental health and social-emotional development of infants and young children. This could include training, resources, and program implementation costs.
Total Program Funding
$5,611,814
Expected Awards
11
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 16, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 16, 2026(27 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 15, 2026
Application Checklist
- Review the grant's purpose and ensure alignment with your project
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Gather evidence supporting your program's methods
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Ensure cost-sharing/matching funds are secured
- Compile organizational documents
- Submit the application by the deadline