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Second Chance Act Grant Programs is sponsored by Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), U.S. Department of Justice & Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). The Second Chance Act (SCA) supports state, local, and tribal governments and nonprofit organizations to reduce recidivism and improve outcomes for people returning to their communities from state and federal prisons, local jails, and juvenile facilities.
It authorizes federal grants for vital programs and systems reform aimed at improving the reentry process, including housing, educational and employment assistance, mental health services, substance abuse treatment services, and family-support services.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State governments, local governments, tribal governments, nonprofit organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies (combined federal budget allocations around $125 million across multiple programs). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Second Chance Act Grant Programs is funded by Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), U.S. Department of Justice & Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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