At a glance
Moderate Complexity
This grant is designed to help reduce youth gang crime and violence. It provides funding for programs that prevent young people from joining gangs, help them leave gangs, and reduce gang-related violence. The goal is to enhance public safety through effective intervention and suppression strategies.
Who it's for: This grant is for government entities like state, county, and city governments, as well as special district governments. Private institutions of higher education can also apply. Essentially, it's open to a wide range of organizations that can implement programs to tackle youth gang issues.
More details
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Organizations not fitting the eligible applicant types
- Proposals not focused on gang prevention or intervention
- Lack of a clear strategy for reducing gang violence
- Incomplete application packages
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan up to $500,000
- Proof of eligibility
- Organizational background information
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Documentation of past experience with similar programs
- Evaluation plan for measuring program success
Cautions
- Ensure your project aligns with the grant's focus on gang prevention and intervention
- Carefully follow application instructions to avoid disqualification
- Be prepared to demonstrate the potential impact of your program