Placement and Coordination Program
🏛 Administration for Children and Families - ORR
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations that provide refugee resettlement services. Applicants must be eligible to administer the Placement and Coordination (PC) program and currently cannot be implementing the Program of Initial Resettlement (PIR).
Organizations must have capacity to conduct case placement coordination, manage local service provider networks, and deliver services through partner resettlement agencies.
Geographic scope is national. Organizations must serve refugee populations arriving in the United States and coordinate with local resettlement providers across their service areas.
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Key dates
- Jun 24, 2026 Applications open
- Aug 15, 2026 Application deadline in 30 days
- Nov 1, 2026 Award announced
- Nov 1, 2026 Project start
Program description
The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), invites eligible applicants to submit applications to administer the Placement and Coordination (PC) program.
ORR will provide funding to diversify providers of PC services through awards to eligible organizations not currently implementing the Program of Initial Resettlement (PIR). New providers will strengthen the national resettlement framework by contributing unique innovations and perspectives.
PC providers will be responsible for administering services including the Program of Initial Resettlement (PIR) and Intensive Case Management (ICM) through one or more local service providers. Through PIR, PC providers will review refugee case profiles assigned by ORR, conduct outreach to identified U.S. ties, and confirm case placement locations. PC providers will either serve cases directly or place them with local resettlement providers (LRPs) in their network. After the refugee arrives, the LRP will assume responsibility for providing PIR services for 30 to 90 days after arrival in the United States, based on self-sufficiency needs of the case. Examples of services include airport pickup upon initial arrival, securing and furnishing housing, benefits applications, referrals, provision of cultural orientation, and provision of direct assistance. Through ICM, providers will serve individuals with significant vulnerabilities that create barriers to assimilation and self-sufficiency for a service period of six to 12 months, or 12 to 24 months for individuals with long-term physical or mental health conditions or disabilities. Examples of services include regular case management discussions, psychosocial support, and connections to external sources of assistance.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Nonprofits
- Private University
- Public Authority
- Public K-12 School
- Public University
- Refugee Resettlement Agency
- Special District
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative describing PC and ICM service model
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organization documentation (IRS 501(c)(3) status or proof of nonprofit status)
- Resumes or organizational capacity documentation
- Letters of support from potential partner agencies
Program contact
- 👤 Ryan Foster
- 📧 ryan.foster@acf.hhs.gov
- 📞 202-260-6949
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.576 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$169,754,002
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$108,243,460
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$66,116,779
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$63,107,272
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$29,048,268
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$28,861,109
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$22,291,276
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$20,916,564
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$20,250,000
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$17,083,816
Top States by Funding
- CA 6 awards $175.8M
- TX 2 awards $111.2M
- WA 4 awards $74.8M
- NY 14 awards $72.2M
- FL 3 awards $72.1M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.576). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $279,493,005 | |
| 2025 | $206,100,333 | |
| 2026 est. | $243,483,146 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Organizations that provide refugee resettlement services and are not currently operating the Program of Initial Resettlement (PIR). ORR prioritizes new providers to diversify the resettlement network.
What services must we provide?
Placement and Coordination providers administer PIR services (airport pickup, housing, benefits assistance) and Intensive Case Management (ongoing support for 6-24 months for vulnerable individuals).
What is the funding amount?
Awards range from $1,000,000 to $5,000,000. Cost sharing is not required.
When is the deadline?
The application deadline is August 15, 2026. This is a fixed deadline, not a rolling submission.
Do we need a Letter of Intent?
No LOI requirement is indicated. Submit your full application by the deadline.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Demonstrate your organization's experience or capacity in refugee services, case management, or related social services. Even new entrants must show strong infrastructure.
- Clearly explain your network of local resettlement provider partners and how you'll coordinate services across geographic areas. ORR values diversified networks.
- Show understanding of PIR and ICM service requirements. Budget and staffing plans must realistically support both 30-90 day PIR placements and 6-24 month ICM caseloads.
- Describe your approach to reaching vulnerable populations and addressing cultural, mental health, or disability-related barriers. Innovation in service delivery strengthens competitiveness.
- Address sustainability and local partnerships explicitly. Reviewers want confidence you can coordinate effectively with existing providers and maintain stable operations.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Underestimating the scope and complexity of managing both PIR and ICM services simultaneously. Unclear coordination plans with local resettlement providers damage competitiveness. Weak documentation of organizational capacity or experience in refugee or vulnerable population services.
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