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National Mentoring Programs Initiative is sponsored by U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). This initiative supports the implementation and delivery of mentoring services to youth who are at risk for delinquency, victimization, and juvenile justice system involvement.
OJJDP funds a wide range of mentoring initiatives aimed at preventing and reducing juvenile delinquency.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations and for-profit organizations (including tribal nonprofit and for-profit organizations and faith-based organizations) that at the time of application have operated a mentoring program for at least 1 year. Multistate organizations are also eligible under a separate category. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $43 million (FY 2022 example). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
National Mentoring Programs Initiative is funded by U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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