Office of Justice Programs

Description

Over the past two decades, the number of girls entering the juvenile justice system has grown dramatically. This increase has raised a number of questions for the field and OJJDP, including whether programs and strategies exist to prevent and reduce the delinquency and involvement of girls in the juvenile justice system. This solicitation is designed to fund grants to document and measure the effectiveness of delinquency prevention, intervention, and/or treatment programs in preventing and reducing girls’ risk behavior and offending. This program is authorized by an act appropriating funds for the Department of Justice.

Who can apply

• State governments
• County governments
• City or township governments
• Independent school districts
• 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/>Solicitation Coordinator <br/>Phone 202-514-9292
Amy.Callaghan@usdoj.gov