At a glance
Moderate Complexity
This grant offers financial support to create or enhance programs in prisons and jails that help incarcerated parents and their children. The goal is to reduce bad behavior, prevent future crimes, and promote healthy family relationships. The grant aims to support responsible parenting and improve interactions between parents in jail and their kids, families, and communities.
Who it's for: This grant is intended for government entities such as state, county, city, or township governments, as well as federally recognized Indian tribal governments. Organizations that fall under the 'OTHER' category may also apply, but it's important to check the specific eligibility criteria for this category.
More details
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applicants not representing eligible government entities or recognized tribal governments
- Proposals not focused on addressing the needs of incarcerated parents and their children
- Applications submitted after the deadline of March 30, 2026
- Requests exceeding the maximum award amount of $750,000
What You May Need
- Completed application form
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., government or tribal status)
- Letters of support from community partners
- Documentation of past program success, if applicable
- Timeline for project implementation
- Staff qualifications and experience
- Evaluation plan for measuring program impact
Cautions
- Ensure your project aligns with the specific goals of the grant.