This grant is designed to support organizations that help unaccompanied children who arrive in the U.S. without legal guardians. The program ensures these children are placed in safe homes and receive ongoing support to adjust to their new environment, stay safe, and navigate the immigration process. The grant provides significant funding to organizations capable of delivering these services.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of organizations, including public and private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations, special district governments, independent school districts, state and local governments, Native American tribal organizations, and both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) nonprofits.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Individuals
- Organizations not involved in child welfare or immigration services
- Entities without the capacity to manage large-scale programs
- Organizations without a track record of working with vulnerable populations
- Applicants not registered with the federal grant system
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational capacity statement
- Past performance documentation
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Ensure compliance with all federal regulations
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of all activities and expenses
- Be prepared for rigorous reporting and monitoring requirements
- Understand the legal implications of working with unaccompanied minors
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations, special district governments, independent school districts, state governments, other Native American tribal organizations, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, private institutions of higher education, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, county governments, city or township governments, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, and small businesses.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of organizations, including public and private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations, special district governments, independent school districts, state and local governments, Native American tribal organizations, and both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) nonprofits.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Individuals
- Organizations not involved in child welfare or immigration services
- Entities without the capacity to manage large-scale programs
- Organizations without a track record of working with vulnerable populations
- Applicants not registered with the federal grant system
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to conduct home studies, provide post-release services, support children in adjusting to new environments, and help them navigate the immigration process. This includes ensuring their safety, health, and community integration.
Total Program Funding
$555,000,000
Expected Awards
20
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 5, 2026
- Deadline
- Oct 1, 2027(343 days)
- Last Updated
- Aug 3, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify your organization's eligibility
- Register with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather past performance documentation
- Obtain letters of support or partnership agreements
- Submit application by the deadline