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Havens of Opportunity, Peace and Empowerment in Communities Experiencing High Rates of Gun Violence (HOPE) is sponsored by New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. Funds the creation and operation of neighborhood-based havens offering culturally relevant, trauma-informed programming for youth and families in high-risk hours in areas with high gun violence.
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Division of Criminal Justice Services Request Your Criminal History AMBER/Missing Persons Alerts Crime Victims' Assistance Youth Justice Initiatives Office of Gun Violence Prevention Domestic Incident Report Form Gun Violence / Crime Reduction Initiatives Model Policies / Standards Office of Probation / Alternatives Police / Peace Officer Decertification Professional Policing Act Advisory Boards, Commissions and Councils Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) Applicant & Grantee Resources Information for DCJS Grantees DCJS Grant Award Notices sent to grantees include the name and contact information of the DCJS Public Safety Grants Representative assigned to the grant, as well as the grant unit supervisor.
These contacts are invaluable to you as a grantee when developing your grant contract. Should grantees need further assistance or additional information from DCJS about your grant, please contact the DCJS Office of Program Development and Funding GMS Help Desk at (518) 457-9787 or dcjsfunding@dcjs. ny.
gov . Please be sure to include the name of the grant program and the contract number, when possible, in the subject line of the email. Thank you.
Guidance to DCJS grantees in evaluating how to respond to requests from federal immigration authorities while protecting the rights of their clients and staff as of February 14, 2025 Guidance for DCJS grantees regarding grant contract language change as of April 1, 2025 Guidance for DCJS grantees regarding electronic vouchering as of April 1, 2022 2026 Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes (SCAHC) Grant Program DCJS seeks applications through the state’s Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes grant program, which funds safety and security projects at nonprofit organizations at risk of hate crimes or attacks because of their ideology, beliefs, or mission.
DCJS expects between $35 million and $70 million will be made available to support these projects. Applications will be accepted for up to $250,000 per organization. Each eligible organization may submit one application for one or more physical security enhancements and/or cybersecurity enhancements.
Organizations can submit for different types of enhancements within their application (e.g., locks and alarm systems) as long as the total requested by the organization is equal to, or less than, $250,000.
Organizations may submit applications for projects at facilities that have received prior funding through the program from DCJS or the state Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services if the proposed project is different than any previously funded projects or if the new project builds upon or enhances the security measures previously undertaken.
Questions about this Request for Applications (RFA) must be submitted to dcjsfunding@dcjs. ny. gov by Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
Responses to those questions will be posted on or about Friday, May 29, 2026. The deadline for applications is Noon (DST) Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes RFA If any company or individual is acting on behalf of an applicant/grantee, GMS Attestation letters must be submitted to the DCJS GMS Help Desk.
Further information can be found on our Applicant and Grantee Resources website. Havens of Opportunity, Peace and Empowerment in Communities Experiencing High Rates of Gun Violence (HOPE) Qualified nonprofit community-based organizations within a New York City borough may apply for funding to manage a neighborhood-based haven.
Approximately $5 million will be made available to support five qualified organizations: one for each of the NYC boroughs. Applications will be accepted for up to $1 million, with a contract term of two years. Each eligible organization may submit only one application.
This initiative aims to establish or enhance safe, supportive, and trusted neighborhood havens that provide consistent, high-quality programming for youth and families, prioritizing individuals up to age 24, during high-risk evening hours from 5-9 p. m. and on weekends.
These havens will foster healing, connection, and skill-building through culturally relevant and trauma-informed programming designed to interrupt cycles of violence and promote youth well-being. The deadline for applications is Noon Wednesday July 1, 2026. Questions about the request for applications (RFA) must be submitted to dcjsfunding@dcjs.
ny. gov by Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Responses to those questions will be posted on or about Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Havens of Opportunity, Peace and Empowerment in Communities Experiencing High Rates of Gun Violence (HOPE) Initiative RFA Youth Development Funding Opportunity Nonprofit community-based organizations may apply for local mini grant assistance funding for grassroots and community-based organizations to fund direct service programming to support youth, families and communities throughout New York State.
Applicants can apply for this in one of two categories, including: Category 1: Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) and Youth Scholarship Program (1 award), Anticipated Award Amount: $250,000.
This funding will be used to create a Youth Action Committee (YAC), up to $200,000, that would be a youth-led decision-making body designed to make recommendations to the New York State Juvenile Justice Advisory Group (JJAG) supporting the development of youth-led programming and funding recommendations to be considered for future JJAG supported programming and initiatives.
Additionally, up to $50,000 of this award is allocated to support youth and young adult scholarships to advance access to educational and vocational opportunities for justice-involved youth and for those returning to the community from facilities. Category 2: Local Assistance Mini Grants, Anticipated Award Amount: Up to $75,000 (15 awards).
Approximately $1,000,000 will be made available to award local assistance grants for up to $75,000 per grantee to community-based organizations, which will fund direct service programming to support youth, families, and communities throughout NYS. Questions for the request for applications must be submitted to dcjsfunding@dcjs. ny.
gov by Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Responses to those questions will be posted on or about Wednesday, March 25, 2026. The deadline for applications is noon on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Qualified nonprofit community-based organizations located within a New York City borough. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $1,000,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Youth Development Funding Opportunity - Local Assistance Mini Grants is sponsored by New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Nonprofit community-based organizations may apply for local mini grant assistance funding for grassroots and community-based organizations to fund direct service programming to support youth, families, and communities throughout New York State. This category specifically focuses on local assistance mini-grants for direct service programming.
Youth Development Funding Opportunity (Category 1: Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) and Youth Scholarship Program) is sponsored by New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (NY DCJS). This funding supports the creation of a Youth Action Committee (YAC) and a Youth Scholarship Program. Up to $50,000 of the award is allocated to support youth and young adult scholarships to advance access to educational and vocational opportunities for justice-involved youth and for those returning to the community from facilities.
Community Economic Development Projects is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Community Services (OCS). This program awards discretionary funds to Community Development Corporations (CDCs) for well-planned, financially viable, and innovative projects to enhance job creation and business development for individuals with low income. The goal is to address objectives such as decreasing dependency on federal programs, chronic unemployment, and community deterioration in urban and rural areas.
Adoption Opportunities is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Children's Bureau. This program aims to eliminate barriers to adoption and provide permanent, loving home environments for children from foster care, particularly those with special needs. It supports activities that promote knowledge development and services for children and families.