BJA FY25 Second Chance Act Improving Reentry Education and Employment Outcomes

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Bureau of Justice Assistance

Description

This NOFO supports state, local, and tribal governments and community-based organizations to provide education and employment programs for people leaving jail and prison. The goal of the program is to improve academic and vocational/trade programs available to people in prisons and jails and expand workforce development and career pathways that result in improved job readiness, employment attainment, and retention thereby improving employment prospects and reducing recidivism. Applicants may consider proposing projects that develop marketable skills, leverage technology, and build capacity to align with their local job market and engage in the digital economy.

Who can apply

  • State governments
  • County governments
  • City or township governments
  • Special district governments
  • Independent school districts
  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Private institutions of higher education
  • For-profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Small businesses
  • Others

Contact

OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov<br/>OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedMar 26, 2026
  • ClosesMay 8, 2026
  • Award floor$0
  • Award ceiling$900,000
  • CFDA16.812
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