This grant helps juvenile justice residential facilities plan for emergencies. It supports activities that ensure the safety of youth and staff, keep families informed, and maintain operations during and after emergencies. The goal is to improve how these facilities respond to and recover from incidents like natural disasters or other emergencies.
Who it's for: This grant is for state, Tribal, county, and local governments, as well as private institutions of higher education that manage juvenile justice residential facilities.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a government entity or private institution of higher education
- Not managing a juvenile justice residential facility
- Submitting an incomplete application
- Missing the application deadline
What You May Need
- Detailed emergency planning proposal
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., government or educational institution status)
- Budget plan for the proposed activities
- Documentation of current emergency procedures
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
Cautions
- Ensure your facility is eligible under the specified categories
- Prepare a comprehensive emergency plan proposal
- Be aware of the maximum funding limit of $250,000
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, special district governments, private institutions of higher education, city or township governments, and county governments. These entities must manage juvenile justice residential facilities to qualify for this grant.
Overview
This grant is for state, Tribal, county, and local governments, as well as private institutions of higher education that manage juvenile justice residential facilities.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a government entity or private institution of higher education
- Not managing a juvenile justice residential facility
- Submitting an incomplete application
- Missing the application deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop, improve, or implement emergency planning activities that enhance the safety and operational continuity of juvenile justice residential facilities during emergencies.
Total Program Funding
$432,833
Expected Awards
2
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 16, 2026(39 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a government entity or private institution of higher education
- Prepare a detailed emergency planning proposal
- Compile a budget plan for the proposed activities
- Gather documentation of current emergency procedures
- Obtain letters of support or partnership agreements
- Submit the application by the deadline: November 16, 2026