FY25 Invited to Apply – Title II Formula Grants Program
🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention
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Can you apply?
This grant is for state governments in New Hampshire, South Carolina, and Vermont. Only these three states are eligible to apply. Activities supported include planning, establishing, and operating juvenile justice programs. Eligible uses include education, training, research, prevention, diversion, treatment, and rehabilitation initiatives. Cost sharing is required as part of the application.
State agencies must demonstrate capacity to coordinate projects directly or through contracts with public and private partners. Funding supports both program development and evaluation of juvenile justice improvements.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
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Program description
This opportunity seeks to assist states in planning, establishing, operating, coordinating, and evaluating projects directly or through grants and contracts with public and private agencies. Funding will assist in the development of more effective education, training, research, prevention, diversion, treatment, and rehabilitation programs to improve their juvenile justice system.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative describing juvenile justice programs and activities
- Budget and Budget Narrative justifying all costs and cost sharing
- Proof of cost-sharing commitment from state and partner agencies
- Evaluation plan with measurable outcomes
- Letters of support from public and private partners
Program contact
- 👤 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention
- 📧 Jessica.Winpigler@usdoj.gov
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Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 16.540 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$7,822,988
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$5,912,366
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$5,224,216
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$4,675,676
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$4,607,090
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$4,532,679
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$4,099,327
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$2,639,151
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$2,417,827
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$2,325,235
Top States by Funding
- CA 6 awards $25.8M
- VA 9 awards $14.5M
- NY 4 awards $9.1M
- NC 6 awards $8.0M
- MA 1 awards $7.8M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 16.540). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $59,163,996 | |
| 2025 | $43,041,284 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Only state governments in New Hampshire, South Carolina, and Vermont can apply. Other states are not eligible.
What types of activities can be funded?
Funding supports planning, establishing, operating, and coordinating juvenile justice programs. Eligible activities include education, training, research, prevention, diversion, treatment, and rehabilitation.
What is the deadline?
The deadline is July 30, 2026. This is a fixed deadline, not rolling.
Is cost sharing required?
Yes, cost sharing is required. Applicants must provide matching funds or in-kind contributions.
How much funding is available per award?
The award amount is $128,645. Total program funding is $368,645 for all eligible states.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Emphasize your state's existing juvenile justice infrastructure and capacity to manage federal funds effectively. Include details about current programs and partnerships.
- Clearly identify cost-sharing sources early. Demonstrate that matching funds are committed and available.
- Focus on measurable outcomes. Show how your programs will improve juvenile justice system effectiveness.
- Coordinate across state agencies. Explain how your state will use grants and contracts with public and private partners.
- Start the application well before the July deadline. Federal grant applications require substantial documentation and internal review.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications fail to quantify or commit matching funds. Weak cost-sharing plans are a major reason for rejection. Proposals lack clear metrics for evaluating program success. Vague descriptions of program activities and outcomes reduce competitiveness. Inadequate coordination between state agencies suggests weak implementation capacity.
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