This grant offers funding to help state, local, and tribal governments, as well as community organizations, create education and job programs for people leaving prison or jail. The aim is to improve their skills and job prospects, reduce the chances of them returning to prison, and help them succeed in the workforce.
Who it's for: This grant is for state, local, and tribal governments, community-based organizations, educational institutions, and certain businesses that are interested in developing education and employment programs for individuals reentering society from prison or jail.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications from individuals
- Proposals not focused on reentry education or employment
- Organizations without a clear plan for program implementation
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Entities not listed in the eligible applicant types
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility
- Partnership agreements (if applicable)
- Evidence of past program success
- Implementation timeline
- Letters of support
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- DUNS number or Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with local job market needs
- Focus on reducing recidivism
- Projects must involve education or employment outcomes
- Adhere to federal guidelines and reporting requirements
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include county governments, city or township governments, special district governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, state governments, other Native American tribal organizations, small businesses, independent school districts, public and state institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations, and private institutions of higher education. These entities must be capable of implementing programs that improve education and employment outcomes for individuals reentering society from prison or jail.
Overview
This grant is for state, local, and tribal governments, community-based organizations, educational institutions, and certain businesses that are interested in developing education and employment programs for individuals reentering society from prison or jail.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications from individuals
- Proposals not focused on reentry education or employment
- Organizations without a clear plan for program implementation
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Entities not listed in the eligible applicant types
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement educational and vocational programs, improve job readiness, and create career pathways for individuals leaving prison or jail. This includes leveraging technology and aligning programs with local job markets.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 24, 2026(28 days)
- Last Updated
- Aug 17, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with SAM and obtain a DUNS number or UEI
- Draft a detailed project proposal focused on reentry education and employment
- Prepare a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather letters of support from partners
- Ensure all eligibility documentation is in order
- Submit application by the deadline