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Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Grant is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. This initiative provides funding to support individuals incarcerated in minimum- or low-security federal prisons in Pennsylvania, preparing them for reentry through individualized reentry planning, pre-release workforce training, job search preparation, and multi-faceted post-release supports and services.
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**Application Opens:** 08/01/2025 **Application Deadline:** 09/08/2025 **Anticipated Distribution Date:** 11/01/2025 **Grant Frequency:** Other **Maximum Award:** $1,000,000. 00 **Total Funding:** $1,000,000. 00 This Grant will support one entity that will build on the successes and lessons learned from the First Step Act Grant.
The awarded grantee will continue the work currently being done, focusing on education and supporting individuals incarcerated to prepare for community re-entry.
Eligible applicants must have prior experience working within federal institutions, including administering assessments and/or delivering services within a federal facility, to ensure familiarity with the unique operational, compliance, and security requirements of these environments. Eligible applicants must meet all facility-specific clearance and security requirements to access federal correctional institutions.
This includes successfully completing background checks and obtaining all necessary approvals in accordance with institutional policies and procedures prior to entering the facility. Eligible applicants must also be capable of connecting program participants to appropriate services to achieve the overall project goals as defined by this Notice of Grant Availability (NGA).
## Reporting Requirements Grantees will be required to submit program and fiscal progress reports during and upon conclusion of the funded project to L&I as designated in the terms and conditions of the award. All required forms will be provided by L&I and will be outlined in the award package.
All close-out final reports are to be submitted within 60 days after the period of performance end date, or within 60 days of full expenditure, whichever comes first. In addition to report submissions, grantees are required to participate in routine calls with L&I staff, unless otherwise determined, to identify grant progression, share best practices, and receive technical support.
Additional information will be provided upon award selection. Grantees may be required to work with an evaluator. Department of Labor & Industry Grant Services Team - ra-li-bwda-gs@pa.
gov
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants are organizations that support individuals incarcerated in minimum- or low-security federal prisons in Pennsylvania and prepare them for reentry to the community. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,000,000 total. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Grant is funded by Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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