Office of Justice Programs

Description

This solicitation invites applicants to propose national initiatives that will support the development, maturation, and expansion of community programs to provide mentoring services to tribal youth populations on the reservations of federally-recognized tribes. The program will target tribal youth populations that are underserved due to location, shortage of mentors, emotional or behavioral challenges of the targeted youth, or other situations that the tribes identify. This program will be authorized by an act appropriating funds for the Department of Justice.

Who can apply

• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
• Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
• Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Private institutions of higher education
• For-profit organizations other than small businesses
• Small businesses

Contact

Amy Callaghan <br/>Senior Advisor <br/>Phone 202-514-9292
Amy.Callaghan@usdoj.gov