FY25 Youth Gang Prevention and Intervention Program
🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations addressing juvenile gang prevention and intervention. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government agencies, and tribal organizations. Geographic focus is nationwide, though priority may be given to areas with documented gang activity. Funded activities support evidence-based prevention programs, intervention services, reentry support, and community partnerships targeting at-risk youth and gang-involved individuals.
Applicants must demonstrate capacity to serve target populations and capacity to manage federal funds. Experience with youth or justice-involved populations is strongly preferred. Matching funds requirements vary by project type and should be confirmed in the Notice of Funding Opportunity.
Program description
This NOFO supports the implementation of intervention and suppression strategies to reduce youth gang crime and violence and promote public safety. These strategies will help to prevent youth from joining gangs, discontinue involvement in gangs, and prevent and reduce additional youth gang violence.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Nonprofits
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (federal application form)
- Project Narrative
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capacity Statement
- Letters of Support from partner agencies
- Indirect Cost Agreement (if applicable)
- Evaluation Plan
- Timeline/Project Schedule
Program contact
- 👤 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention
- 📧 OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
- 📞 0000000000
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 16.548 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$1,542,174
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$1,542,174
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$1,542,174
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$1,500,000
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$1,000,000
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$1,000,000
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$999,831
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$825,000
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$825,000
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$800,000
Top States by Funding
- DC 3 awards $2.6M
- CA 4 awards $2.3M
- NY 3 awards $2.2M
- ND 2 awards $2.0M
- GA 2 awards $1.5M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 16.548). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $12,996,966 | |
| 2025 | $3,584,998 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply?
501(c)(3) nonprofits, public agencies, tribal organizations, and faith-based organizations can apply. Applicants must be located in the U.S. or U.S. territories.
What types of programs are funded?
The program supports gang prevention for at-risk youth, intervention for gang-involved individuals, reentry services, and community-based partnerships. Evidence-based practices are prioritized.
Is match funding required?
Match requirements vary by project type. Always check the Notice of Funding Opportunity for specific match percentages and eligible match sources.
How competitive is this grant?
This is highly competitive. OJJDP programs typically receive hundreds of applications for limited funding. Strong data, evidence-based approaches, and community partnerships strengthen applications.
What is the typical award amount?
Awards vary by project track and scope. Check the NOFO for specific funding ranges and budget guidelines for your project category.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Use data. Document gang prevalence, youth demographics, and program outcomes with local statistics and crime reports.
- Center your target population. Clearly define which youth or communities you serve and why your approach fits their needs.
- Show partnerships. Include letters of commitment from law enforcement, schools, courts, and community organizations.
- Demonstrate capacity. Provide staff resumes, organizational history with justice-involved youth, and financial management systems.
- Ground in evidence. Reference research supporting your prevention or intervention model and explain how you'll measure success.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak community partnerships or unclear roles. Applicants fail to demonstrate sufficient gang expertise or local data. Budgets lack detail or don't align with program model.
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