Deadline: 21-Oct-2025
The U.S. Department of Justice, through the Office of Justice Programs and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, has announced a new funding opportunity to strengthen support systems for children exposed to violence and to implement strategies aimed at reducing violent crime among juvenile offenders.
This initiative seeks to address the multiple settings where children may encounter violence—within their homes, schools, and communities—and to develop comprehensive responses that prioritize both accountability and prevention.
The program’s central goals are to reduce the incidence of youth violence through stronger accountability measures for juvenile offenders, to ensure effective responses to the victimization of children, and to build protective factors that can prevent future violence, delinquency, and victimization. It encourages the creation or expansion of evidence-based support services that address trauma experienced by young victims while promoting rehabilitation for youth involved in violent offenses.
With a total of $7.46 million in funding available, the program anticipates making nine awards, each valued at up to $830,000, for projects running up to 36 months. Successful proposals will demonstrate the ability to implement strategies that reduce violent juvenile crime and support victims, while showing sustainable impacts within their communities.
Eligible applicants include a broad range of entities such as state, county, city, and tribal governments; independent school districts; public and private institutions of higher education; nonprofit organizations; and other local government units. This diverse eligibility scope is designed to encourage collaboration among agencies, schools, and community-based organizations to create comprehensive, community-driven solutions.
This opportunity represents a significant investment in breaking cycles of youth violence by combining prevention, intervention, and accountability measures to help communities build safer environments for children and adolescents.
For more information, visit Grants.gov.