Latest funding opportunities for mentoring programs
The OJJDP has unveiled a series of grants specifically tailored to fortify youth mentoring programs. Among these, the 2024 National Mentoring Programs grant, the 2024 Opioid Affected Youth Initiative grant, and the 2024 Second Chance Act Youth Reentry Program grant stand out as pivotal opportunities for those in the vanguard of youth mentorship.
OJJDP FY24 National Mentoring Programs
This is for mentoring programs aimed at stemming delinquency, victimization, or involvement in the juvenile justice system. Its chief objectives are to bolster the ranks of mentors who have undergone rigorous training and screening, to extend mentoring services to a greater number of high-risk youths, and to endorse mentoring practices founded on empirical research and proven effectiveness.
For further details on eligibility criteria, solicitation specifics, and guidance on the application process, one is encouraged to peruse https://ojjdp.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-ojjdp-2024-172019.
OJJDP FY24 Opioid Affected Youth Initiative
In a concerted effort to confront the opioid crisis, this initiative lends support to the creation and execution of programs aimed at aiding youths and families grappling with substance use, with a special emphasis on opioids. It represents a critical lifeline for mentoring programs serving those directly affected by substance misuse.
To discover more about how to qualify, along with comprehensive solicitation and application details, visit https://ojjdp.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-ojjdp-2024-172042.
OJJDP FY24 Second Chance Act Youth Reentry Program
This solicitation focuses on aiding young individuals facing the daunting challenge of reintegrating into their communities after confinement in juvenile facilities. A particular segment of this grant is directed towards enhancing community-based youth reentry programs, which may include mentoring services as a component.
For a detailed exploration of program eligibility, solicitation nuances, and application directives, kindly refer to https://ojjdp.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-ojjdp-2024-172017.
