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Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative (General ALN) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP). This initiative supports state, local, and tribal governments and nonprofit organizations to reduce recidivism and improve outcomes for people returning from incarceration.
It promotes public safety by providing transitional services for youth and adults, vocational education/career training, substance use treatment, connections to housing, and improvements in probation and parole to reduce recidivism.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State, local, and tribal governments and nonprofit organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies (FY24 Obligation: $51,326,073; FY25 Estimated: $35,408,289). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative (General ALN) is funded by U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP). 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.
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