Synopsis

This NOFO supports state, local, and tribal governments and community-based organizations to provide education and employment programs for people leaving jail and prison. The goal of the program is to improve academic and vocational/trade programs available to people in prisons and jails and expand workforce development and career pathways that result in improved job readiness, employment attainment, and retention thereby improving employment prospects and reducing recidivism. Applicants may consider proposing projects that develop marketable skills, leverage technology, and build capacity to align with their local job market and engage in the digital economy.
Response Date	May 04, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date	Mar 26, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date
Award Ceiling	900,000
Award Floor	N/a
Cost Sharing	No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

State governments, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification), County governments, Small businesses, Special district governments, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), City or township governments, Independent school districts

Additional Info on Eligibility:

Units of local government

Additional Information

Agency Name	Bureau of Justice Assistance
Link to Additional Information:	https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172507
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 202-514-9354

CFDA Program(s)

• 16.812: Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative