Song Brown Family Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant (FNP & PA) 2026 Application
🏛 Department of Health Care Access and Information (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Aug 1, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for California nonprofit organizations seeking to provide victim-offender dialogue facilitation services within CDCR prisons.
Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits with experience delivering restorative justice and victim advocacy services. Organizations must have capacity to conduct preparatory meetings and facilitate dialogue between victims and incarcerated offenders.
Geographic scope is limited to California. Funded organizations will operate VOD programs within CDCR facilities statewide. The grant supports personal justice and healing for victims of violent crimes.
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Program description
This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train primary carenurse practitioners and physician assistant trainees to work in underservedcommunities. Such strategies shall incorporate the following elements: 1. Establishing procedures to identify, recruit and admit primary care nursepractitioner and physician assistant trainees who possess characteristicswhich would suggest a predisposition to practice in areas of unmet need, andwho express a commitment to serve in areas of unmet need. 2. Implementing counseling and placement program to encourage trainingprogram graduates to enter practice in areas of unmet need. 3. Providing a preceptorship experience in an area of unmet need to enhancethe potential of training program graduates to practice in such an area.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- Individuals
- Nonprofits
- Public Authority
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Tribal Nation
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Organizational background and mission statement
- Detailed program narrative describing VOD facilitation approach
- Project budget and budget narrative
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status and California registration
- Letters of support from CDCR and victim advocacy partners
- Staff qualifications and resumes
- Evaluation and outcome measurement plan
Program contact
- 📧 SongBrown@hcai.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-326-3700
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | — | — | — |
Source: California Grants Portal
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
California 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with experience in victim advocacy and restorative justice can apply. You must demonstrate capacity to facilitate dialogue processes within CDCR facilities.
What activities does this grant fund?
The grant funds victim-offender dialogue facilitation services. This includes preparatory meetings with victims and offenders, dialogue arrangement, and in-person facilitation in a secure environment.
What is the funding amount and grant period?
Grants provide up to $1 million per year for two years (July 2026 – June 2028). Total funding pool is $2 million statewide.
Is there a cost-sharing requirement?
No cost-sharing is required for this grant. Funds are available as direct grants to eligible organizations.
When is the application deadline?
The deadline is January 9, 2026. Contact CDCR for specific application procedures and detailed eligibility requirements.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Demonstrate existing relationships with CDCR and victim advocacy experience. Agencies prioritize organizations with proven track records in restorative justice.
- Detail your capacity to conduct individual preparatory meetings over several months. Show staffing and infrastructure to manage complex facilitation processes.
- Emphasize victim-centered approach and trauma-informed practice. Clearly explain how you ensure victim safety and healing throughout the dialogue process.
- Develop partnerships with victim advocacy groups and law enforcement. Collaborative applications often score higher in competition.
- Include letters of support from CDCR contacts and victim service organizations. Endorsements from stakeholders strengthen credibility and implementation feasibility.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Underestimating staffing needs for intensive preparatory meeting work. Applications without realistic timelines for victim-offender readiness often fail. Overpromising facilitation capacity without documented case management infrastructure. Failing to address victim trauma, safety concerns, and aftercare support. Weak partnerships with CDCR or insufficient understanding of secure facility operations.
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