Court Improvement Program (CIP) Technology Grant
🏛 Ohio Judiciary / Supreme Court
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Can you apply?
This grant is for Ohio juvenile and probate courts seeking federal funding to improve technology infrastructure and emergency operations. Applicant courts must be part of the Ohio judiciary system. Up to ten courts will be selected through competitive review. Funding supports digital communication systems, virtual hearing capabilities, emergency preparedness, and legal representation awareness initiatives.
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Program description
The Supreme Court of Ohio is requesting grant applications to support local juvenile and probate court technology projects. Up to ten applicant courts will be competitively selected to receive funding through a federal grant from the Department of Health and Human Services, administered under the Court Improvement Program (CIP) by the Children and Families Section. This funding opportunity is designed to help juvenile and probate courts improve their ability to maintain operations during emergencies, enhance digital communication with families and system partners, increase awareness of the right to legal representation, and strengthen virtual hearing capabilities. Applications will be received until 5:00 p.m. on August 5, 2026, and must be sent via email to CFC@sc.ohio.gov.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Grant application form
- Project narrative describing technology project goals and scope
- Budget and budget justification
- Letter of support from court administrator or judge
- Timeline for project implementation
- Description of baseline technology capabilities and improvement metrics
Program contact
- 👤 Linda Topping
- 📧 Linda.Topping@sc.ohio.gov
- 📞 (614) 387-9389
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.586 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$3,018,582
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$2,733,275
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$2,116,609
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$2,109,658
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$2,095,406
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$2,074,619
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$1,884,039
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$1,853,476
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$1,838,674
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$1,832,481
Top States by Funding
- CA 9 awards $14.2M
- TX 9 awards $12.5M
- FL 5 awards $6.4M
- NY 6 awards $6.4M
- WA 7 awards $4.7M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.586). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $29,000,000 | |
| 2025 | $29,319,245 | |
| 2026 est. | $38,000,000 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply?
Ohio juvenile and probate courts operated by the state judiciary. Courts must submit applications through the Supreme Court of Ohio process.
What is the application deadline?
August 5, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST. Applications must be emailed to CFC@sc.ohio.gov.
What activities can grant funding support?
Technology projects including emergency operations systems, digital family communication, virtual hearing infrastructure, and legal representation awareness programs.
How many grants will be awarded?
Up to ten courts will be selected competitively. Exact funding amounts are not yet specified.
Can courts apply for both juvenile and probate technology projects?
The grant supports both juvenile and probate court improvements. Details on scope per application will be clarified in full RFP guidelines.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Contact the Supreme Court of Ohio administrative staff early to clarify your court's technology gaps and project priorities.
- Align your project with federal CIP goals around emergency preparedness and access to justice.
- Document baseline technology capabilities and explain how grant funding will measurably improve court operations.
- Partner with IT staff and court leadership to develop realistic timelines and budgets for technology implementation.
- Review past successful CIP grants to understand funder priorities around equity and system modernization.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications lack clear connection to CIP priorities like emergency resilience or family engagement. Applicants underestimate implementation timelines for complex technology projects. Projects focus on technology alone without addressing court workflow improvements or staff training needs.
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