Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #O-BJA-2026-172717
Grant for Mentoring and Transitional Services for Reentry from Correctional Facilities
Buyer
Bureau of Justice Assistance
Posted
September 21, 2026
Respond By
October 30, 2026
Identifier
O-BJA-2026-172717
NAICS
624190
This opportunity from the Bureau of Justice Assistance focuses on supporting reentry for individuals leaving adult correctional facilities. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), U.S. Department of Justice - Program Details: - BJA FY 2026 Second Chance Act Community-based Reentry Program - Assistance Listing 16.036 -- Comprehensive Forensic DNA Analysis Grant Program - Eligible Applicants: - Community-based organizations - Federally recognized Native American tribal governments - Government entities and certain nonprofits - Services Requested: - Mentoring and transitional services for individuals assessed as moderate to high risk for recidivism - Services may be provided pre-release and/or post-release - Funding Details: - Minimum award amount: $1,000,000 - No cost sharing or matching requirement - Unique Requirements: - Focus on reducing recidivism and supporting successful reentry - No specific OEMs or commercial products involved; this is a service-oriented grant
Description
This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) supports community-based organizations and tribal governments in providing mentoring and transitional services for individuals returning from adult correctional facilities who are assessed as moderate to high risk for recidivism. Services may be provided pre-release and/or post-release. The program aims to assist in the successful reentry of these individuals into their communities.