County of Orange Opengov #MA-017-26010621

Grant Agreement for Reentry Program Costs

The County of Orange, California, through its County Executive Office and Community Corrections Partnership, awarded a grant agreement to Phoenix Multisport, Inc., doing business as The Phoenix, a community-based nonprofit organization. The grant amount is $75,000 as a one-time payment to support reentry program costs under the Reentry Partners Project Based Assistance Program. The awarded services include expanding art and wellness programs inside Theo Lacy Jail, providing community-based events to support justice-involved individuals reentering the community, contracted facilitators for art classes, recreational and art equipment for incarcerated individuals and community members, volunteer training and coordination, technology and infrastructure for program delivery and participant engagement, and program support for implementation and evaluation. The grant requires compliance with all applicable laws, prohibits use of funds for political or religious activities, and mandates quarterly progress reports detailing fund usage and program outcomes. The period of performance begins upon full execution and terminates on December 31, 2026. The agreement includes insurance requirements, indemnification clauses, and audit rights. The Phoenix is located in Denver, Colorado, while the County offices are in Santa Ana, California. The program specifically targets services at Theo Lacy Jail in Orange County, California. The grant aims to reduce recidivism by providing recovery-oriented support and positive community connections for justice-involved individuals.

Description

Grant awarded by the County of Orange to Phoenix Multisport, Inc., dba The Phoenix, a nonprofit organization, to expand art and wellness programs in Orange County jails and provide community-based events supporting justice-involved individuals reentering the community. The grant supports reentry services addressing barriers and enhancing service availability, with a one-time payment of $75,000. The term is from January 13, 2026, to December 31, 2026.

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