Westchester County Westchestercounty #42994

Westchester County Youth Bureau Seeks Nonprofits for Positive Youth Development Programs for At-Risk Youth

This opportunity seeks nonprofit organizations to deliver Positive Youth Development (PYD) programs for at-risk youth under 21 in Westchester County, NY, under the direction of the Westchester County Youth Bureau and the New York State Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS). - Government Buyer: - Westchester County Youth Bureau (on behalf of NYS OCFS) - Eligible Providers: - Local nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status and good standing with the NYS Charities Bureau - For-profit entities, private foundations, and organizations with discriminatory practices are ineligible - Funding & Program Details: - Funding per program: $10,000 to $30,000 - Each proposer may submit up to two program proposals - 12-month contract term; no carryover of unspent funds - Services Requested: - Organize, manage, and implement PYD programs for youth under 21 - Programs must align with the NYS Touchstones Framework and Positive Youth Development philosophy - Service areas include: academic support, career development, employment opportunities, health and wellness, substance abuse prevention, leadership, family support, mentoring, juvenile delinquency prevention, and support for runaway/homeless youth - Emphasis on innovative approaches, measurable outcomes, youth voice, and collaboration - Notable Requirements: - Detailed program narratives, budgets, and compliance with legal/insurance requirements - Performance measures for youth participation, program completion, and improved outcomes - No specific OEMs, products, or part numbers are involved, as this is a services-based solicitation

Description

The Westchester County Youth Bureau is soliciting proposals from eligible nonprofit organizations to provide Positive Youth Development services for at-risk youth aged 21 and under. Funded by the New York State Office for Children & Family Services, the programs aim to offer innovative developmental opportunities. Proposers must be local nonprofits certified under section 501(c)(3) and in good standing with the New York State Charities Bureau. Funding amounts range from $10,000 to $30,000 per program, with a maximum of two program proposals per proposer. The deadline for proposal submission is August 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

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