This grant is for organizations that want to provide mentoring services to young people affected by opioid and other substance use. The goal is to help these youth through one-on-one, group, or peer mentoring, which can be done in person, online, or a mix of both.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of organizations, including state and local governments, educational institutions, nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), and Native American tribal organizations. If your organization is involved in mentoring or youth services, you might qualify.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations not involved in youth mentoring or substance use prevention
- Entities outside the United States
- Organizations without the capacity to manage a large grant
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status)
- Organizational capacity statement
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Past performance records
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Ensure your organization is registered in SAM before applying.
- Prepare to demonstrate past success in similar projects.
- Be ready to comply with federal reporting and auditing requirements.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, county governments, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, city or township governments, Native American tribal organizations, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, state governments, independent school districts, and public and state institutions of higher education. This means that a wide variety of educational, governmental, and nonprofit organizations can apply, provided they are involved in mentoring or youth services.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of organizations, including state and local governments, educational institutions, nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), and Native American tribal organizations. If your organization is involved in mentoring or youth services, you might qualify.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations not involved in youth mentoring or substance use prevention
- Entities outside the United States
- Organizations without the capacity to manage a large grant
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to implement and deliver mentoring services for youth affected by substance use. This includes costs related to staffing, training, materials, and other resources necessary to support the mentoring programs.
Total Program Funding
$16,500,000
Expected Awards
15
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 16, 2026(37 days)
Application Checklist
- Register your organization in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Prepare a detailed project proposal outlining your mentoring program.
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan.
- Gather proof of eligibility, such as nonprofit status documentation.
- Collect letters of support or partnership agreements.
- Compile records of past performance in similar projects.
- Submit your application by the deadline, November 16, 2026.