Simpler Grants.gov #93.623

FY 2026 Basic Center Program Grant Forecast

This opportunity is a forecasted grant from the Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB for the FY 2026 Basic Center Program (BCP): - Government Buyer: - Administration for Children & Families (ACF) - Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) - Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB) - Purpose: - Funding to establish or strengthen community-based programs for runaway and homeless youth under 18 - Services include temporary emergency shelter (up to 21 days), food, clothing, counseling, and health care referrals - Focus on family reunification or alternative placements - Funding Details: - Estimated total program funding: $27,000,000 - Individual awards: $100,000 to $350,000 - Approximately 77 awards expected - Eligibility: - Public and non-profit private agencies, coordinated networks, and certain educational institutions - Priority for organizations experienced in serving runaway, homeless, and street youth - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a grant for social services, not a product procurement - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are requested - Notable Requirements: - Programs must provide comprehensive support services and demonstrate experience with the target population

Description

The Basic Center Program (BCP) provides temporary, emergency shelter and counseling services to youth who have left home without permission, have been forced to leave, or are otherwise homeless. The program aims to meet the immediate needs of runaway and homeless youth and their families by providing food, clothing, counseling, and referrals for health care. BCPs offer up to 21 days of shelter and work to reunite youth with their families or find appropriate alternative placements. Priority is given to public and non-profit agencies experienced in serving runaway, homeless, and street youth.

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