OJJDP FY 2026 Multistate Mentoring Programs

Posted

Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention

Description

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJJDP FY 2026 Multistate Mentoring Programs. This opportunity supports the implementation and delivery of mentoring services to youth populations that are at risk or high risk for delinquency, victimization, and going into the juvenile justice system. Mentoring services can be one-on-one, group, peer, or a combination of these types.

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)
  • 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
  • Others

Contact

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

Key dates & funding
  • PostedSep 21, 2026
  • ClosesOct 29, 2026
  • Award floor$1,000,000
  • Award ceiling$4,000,000
  • Program funding$27,200,000
  • Expected awards15
  • CFDA16.726

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