FY 2026 Juvenile Drug Treatment Court Program
🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (USDOJ-OJP-OJJDP)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for states, state and local courts, units of local government, and federally recognized Tribal governments. Applicants must implement new or enhance existing juvenile drug treatment courts (JDTCs). Eligible organizations work with youth aged 18 and under who have substance use disorders, or co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders.
Applicants should demonstrate capacity to manage federal grants and provide services in compliance with OJJDP requirements. Evidence-based practices and strong partnerships with court systems are essential. Prior experience with juvenile justice or substance abuse treatment programs strengthens competitiveness.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
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Program description
This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJJDP FY 2026 Juvenile Drug Treatment Court Program. This opportunity will support states, state and local courts, units of local government, and federally recognized Tribal governments to implement new or enhance existing juvenile drug treatment courts (JDTCs) to improve outcomes for youth with substance use disorders or co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- NOFO application materials (check specific forms required)
- Project narrative describing JDTC model and implementation plan
- Budget and budget justification
- Letters of support from courts and service partners
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Cost-sharing agreement or commitment letter
- Program evaluation plan
Program contact
- 👤 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention
- 📧 OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
- 📞 0000000000
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 16.585 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$8,500,000
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$4,999,988
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$4,000,000
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$3,500,000
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$3,500,000
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$3,400,000
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$2,900,000
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$2,750,000
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$2,500,000
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$2,500,000
Top States by Funding
- VA 6 awards $15.9M
- SC 6 awards $15.7M
- CA 8 awards $13.8M
- NY 8 awards $11.6M
- GA 7 awards $9.9M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 16.585). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $71,184,069 | |
| 2025 | $6,810,600 | |
| 2026 est. | $5,200,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
States, state and local courts, units of local government, and federally recognized Tribal governments are eligible. You must be able to implement or enhance a juvenile drug treatment court program.
What activities does this grant support?
Funding supports creating new JDTCs or improving existing ones. Eligible activities include court operations, treatment services, case management, and coordination with mental health providers.
What is the funding amount?
Funding is not specified with a fixed amount per award. The total program funding is $4,000,000. Check the NOFO for exact award ranges or typical grant sizes.
Is cost-sharing required?
Yes, cost-sharing is required. Your application must describe matching funds or in-kind contributions from your organization or partners.
When is the application deadline?
The deadline is October 29, 2026. This is a fixed deadline. Mark your calendar and submit well before the end of business that day.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start early by reviewing the full NOFO carefully. Federal applications require detailed planning and coordination with multiple partners.
- Build strong partnerships with local courts, treatment providers, and mental health agencies before applying. Reviewers prioritize collaborative, coordinated approaches.
- Use data from your community to demonstrate need. Include arrest rates, substance use disorders among youth, and current service gaps.
- Develop a realistic budget that includes all allowable costs: staffing, training, equipment, and evaluation. Be transparent about your cost-share commitment.
- Demonstrate how your program will sustain itself after federal funding ends. Include plans for funding, policy adoption, or integration into existing court systems.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to secure written letters of commitment from courts and treatment partners before submission. Weak needs assessment or lack of local data on youth substance abuse in your jurisdiction. Inadequate cost-sharing plan or vague budget that doesn't align with program goals.
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