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Credible Messenger Initiative (DYRS) is sponsored by District of Columbia Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS). This initiative is a transformative, mentoring intervention program for youth committed to DYRS, with a restorative justice philosophy for young people in the community at large. It connects young people to healthy homes and supportive communities, and provides preventative supports.
Credible messengers are neighborhood leaders, experienced youth advocates, and individuals with relevant life experiences who help youth transform attitudes and behaviors around violence. DYRS seeks eligible entities to provide transformative mentoring and family engagement services to DYRS youth and their families.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Any public or private, community-based non-profit agency, organization or institution located in the District of Columbia. For-profit organizations are eligible but may not include profit in their grant application. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $472,512 (Historically up to $3.8 million total program funding for FY27). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Credible Messenger Initiative (DYRS) is funded by District of Columbia Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in District of Columbia. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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