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This new funding opportunity supports projects to implement interventions that are culturally and developmentally responsive, achieve demonstrable improvements in well-being for children and youth, and share lessons learned. Funding applications can be made available through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. This is a relatively simple process and is explained on the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) FOIA webpage. Obtaining an example of a previously funded application may not be helpful in responding to the open solicitation because this is a new funding opportunity.

ACF does not provide direct guidance or instruction in the development of an applicant’s project design or on the writing of their applications. Applicants should use their best judgment in determining whether they are able to meet the requirements contained in the NOFO, in determining whether they are able to develop an application they believe to be responsive to the NOFO, and in designing and writing their applications. Applications will be reviewed and evaluated by objective review panels using the criteria described in the Merit Review Criteria section of the NOFO, which aligns with the requirements listed in the Format and Application Components sections. The review panels will use the NOFO as the principal guidance available to them in the same way that it is the principal guidance for applicants.

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) does not provide information on the number of potential applicants. ACF also does not direct guidance or instruction in the development of an applicant’s project design or on the writing of their applications. Applicants should use their best judgment in determining whether they are able to meet the requirements contained in the NOFO, in determining whether they are able to develop an application they believe to be responsive to the NOFO, and in designing and writing their applications. Applications will be reviewed and evaluated by objective review panels using the criteria described in the Merit Review Criteria section of the NOFO, which aligns with the requirements listed in the Format and Application Components sections. The review panels will use the NOFO as the principal guidance available to them in the same way that it is the principal guidance for applicants.

The Program Summary in the NOFO states the following (p. 3):

CB seeks trauma-informed interventions to address trauma in children and youth with complex mental, behavioral, and health conditions. Funding supports projects to implement interventions that are culturally and developmentally responsive, achieve demonstrable improvements in well-being for children and youth, and share lessons learned.

ACF does not provide direct guidance or instruction in the development of an applicant’s project design or on the writing of their applications. Applicants should use their best judgment in determining whether they are able to meet the requirements contained in the NOFO, in determining whether they are able to develop an application they believe to be responsive to the NOFO, and in designing and writing their applications. Applications will be reviewed and evaluated by objective review panels using the criteria described in the Merit Review Criteria section of the NOFO, which aligns with the requirements listed in the Format and Application Components sections. The review panels will use the NOFO as the principal guidance available to them in the same way that it is the principal guidance for applicants.

The NOFO provides the following guidance under Step 2: Get Ready to Apply, "There are a few things you need to do before you can apply" (p. 11):

Submit an optional letter of intent. You do not need to do this to apply, but it helps us.
Send an email with the NOFO number, title, and your organization name to CB@grantreview.org.

The funding ceiling is $1,000,000 per budget period. The project will consist of one 36-month budget period. Successful applicants will be awarded up to $1,000,000 for 36 months of the project.

The NOFO provides the following guidance under Opportunity Overview, Core NOFO Details (p. 3):

• Expected funding: $2,000,000
• Expected awards: Two
• Funding range: $750,000 to $1,000,000 per budget period
• Average award: $1,000,000 per budget period
• Match or cost share: None
• Period of performance: 36 months
• Budget period: 36 months
• Estimated project start: September 30, 2023

The Administration for Children and Families does not provide direct guidance or instruction in the development of an applicant’s project design or on the writing of their applications. Applicants should use their best judgment in determining whether they are able to meet the requirements contained in the NOFO, whether they are able to develop an application they believe to be responsive to the NOFO, and in designing and writing their applications. Applications will be reviewed and evaluated by objective review panels using the criteria described in the Merit Review Criteria section of the NOFO, which aligns with the requirements listed in the Format and Application Components sections. The review panels will use the NOFO as the principal guidance available to them in the same way that it is the principal guidance for applicants.

Custody and visitation orders are handled by the courts and enforceable by State law. If your visitation order was violated, you may wish to consult with and/or obtain the services of an attorney who is knowledgeable in family law matters in the applicable State. Your attorney should be able to help you explore your legal options and/or provide guidance on how to file a motion for contempt of court.

Group homes are residences intended to serve as an alternative to family foster homes.Homes normally house 4 to 12 children in a setting that offers the potential for the full use of community resources, including employment, health care, education, and recreational opportunities.

The Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS) reports collect case-level information on all children in foster care for whom State child welfare agencies have responsibility for placement, care, or supervision and on children who are adopted under the auspices of the State's public child welfare agency.

The Children’s Bureau, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), funds two types of grant programs:  State grant and discretionary grant programs. The Children’s Bureau website includes a brief description of each type of grant and how it is funded.

Adoption statistics are very limited. Although data on the number of adoptions from the child welfare system (foster care) and intercountry adoptions are available, data from private agencies is currently not being systematically collected.