The OJJDP FY 2026 Community and Schools Youth Drug Prevention Program offers funding to help states, local governments, tribal governments, and nonprofits create and run programs that prevent youth substance use. These programs should work with schools, law enforcement, and community groups to educate, intervene early, mentor, and refer youth to treatment if needed.
Who it's for: This grant is for state and local governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations that want to run youth drug prevention programs in schools and communities.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Non-501(c)(3) nonprofits
- Organizations not coordinating with law enforcement
- Entities not involving community coalitions
What You May Need
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status (for nonprofits)
- Partnership agreements with schools
- Coordination plan with local law enforcement
- Community coalition involvement plan
- Detailed program proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational financial statements
- Staff resumes and qualifications
- Letters of support from community partners
- Evidence of past program success (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure coordination with law enforcement and community groups
- Must have a clear prevention strategy
- Programs should be school and community-based
- Nonprofits must have 501(c)(3) status
- Strict adherence to application deadline
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include county governments, state governments, private institutions of higher education, city or township governments, other Native American tribal organizations, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status. These entities must be able to coordinate with law enforcement and community coalitions to implement youth drug prevention programs.
Overview
This grant is for state and local governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations that want to run youth drug prevention programs in schools and communities.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Non-501(c)(3) nonprofits
- Organizations not coordinating with law enforcement
- Entities not involving community coalitions
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement youth drug prevention programs that include education, early intervention, mentoring, and treatment referrals. Programs should involve schools, law enforcement, and community coalitions.
Total Program Funding
$12,000,000
Expected Awards
16
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 9, 2026(48 days)
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Early 2027
Application Checklist
- Register your organization on Grants.gov
- Gather proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Develop a comprehensive program proposal
- Create a detailed budget plan
- Secure partnership agreements with schools
- Plan coordination with local law enforcement
- Involve community coalitions in planning
- Collect letters of support from partners
- Prepare organizational financial documents
- Submit the application by November 9, 2026