At a glance
Moderate Complexity
This grant is designed to help state, local, and tribal governments, as well as community-based organizations, create or improve education and job programs for people leaving jail or prison. The aim is to help these individuals gain skills and find jobs, which can reduce the chances of them returning to jail. Projects can focus on teaching useful skills, using technology, and preparing people for local job markets.
Who it's for: This grant is for state, local, and tribal governments, community-based organizations, educational institutions, and certain nonprofit and for-profit organizations that want to improve education and employment opportunities for people leaving incarceration.
More details
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applicants not fitting the eligible entity types
- Proposals not focused on education or employment programs for reentry
- Failure to align projects with local job market needs
- Incomplete applications
- Lack of capacity to implement proposed programs
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Partnership agreements (if applicable)
- Evidence of capacity to execute the project
- Past performance documentation (if applicable)
- Letters of support or commitment from partners
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with local job market needs
- Projects must focus on reducing recidivism