The BJA FY 2026 Second Chance Act Family-Based Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program offers funding to help parents with substance use disorders who are under correctional control. The goal is to provide treatment and support services to these parents, who have minor children or are pregnant, to reduce repeat offenses and improve reentry into society. State, local, and tribal governments, as well as nonprofit and faith-based organizations, can apply for funding to create or enhance family-based treatment programs in jails, prisons, or as alternatives to incarceration.
Who it's for: This grant is for state, local, and tribal governments, as well as nonprofit and faith-based organizations. It's specifically aimed at those who can provide treatment and recovery support services to parents with substance use disorders who are under correctional control and have minor children or are pregnant.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations without 501(c)(3) status (for nonprofits)
- Entities not involved in substance use disorder treatment
- Entities not serving parents under correctional control
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., government or nonprofit status)
- Detailed program proposal
- Budget plan
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Evidence of past program success or experience
- Organizational chart
- Staff resumes or qualifications
- Project timeline
- Evaluation plan
- Registration with Grants.gov
Cautions
- Ensure you apply under the correct category based on your organization type
- Strict adherence to application deadlines is crucial
- Programs must specifically target parents with SUD under correctional control
- Funds cannot be used for purposes outside the scope of the program
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include city or township governments, state governments, special district governments, private institutions of higher education, county governments, other Native American tribal organizations, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status. The opportunity is unrestricted, meaning a wide range of entities can apply, but they must fit into one of these categories.
Overview
This grant is for state, local, and tribal governments, as well as nonprofit and faith-based organizations. It's specifically aimed at those who can provide treatment and recovery support services to parents with substance use disorders who are under correctional control and have minor children or are pregnant.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations without 501(c)(3) status (for nonprofits)
- Entities not involved in substance use disorder treatment
- Entities not serving parents under correctional control
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop or enhance family-based substance use disorder treatment programs. This includes providing treatment and recovery support services to parents with minor children or who are pregnant, within correctional facilities or community-based settings. The aim is to reduce recidivism and improve reentry outcomes.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 24, 2026(28 days)
Application Checklist
- Confirm eligibility and category for application
- Register with Grants.gov
- Prepare a detailed program proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather letters of support or partnership agreements
- Compile evidence of past program success or experience
- Create an organizational chart
- Collect staff resumes or qualifications
- Draft a project timeline
- Design an evaluation plan