125 Pretrial Success Program

The 125 Pretrial Success Program is administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services through its Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery. This program is a state-funded initiative designed to support individuals involved in the pretrial phase of the criminal justice system by providing structured case management and connections to behavioral health and supportive services. The funding opportunity reflects the agency’s broader mission to improve public health outcomes, reduce systemic inequities, and enhance access to services for justice-involved populations across Illinois. The purpose of this program is to provide comprehensive case management to individuals charged with criminal offenses who have been granted pretrial release. Funded organizations are expected to work closely with court stakeholders, including judges, attorneys, law enforcement, and other justice system partners, to identify eligible participants and facilitate voluntary enrollment. The program emphasizes linking participants to services such as mental health treatment, substance use treatment, transportation, childcare, and other supports that reduce barriers to court compliance and improve long-term outcomes. Funding for the program totals approximately 21500000 dollars, with individual awards ranging from 100000 to 500000 dollars. Approximately 43 awards are anticipated. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, and indirect costs are allowable with an approved rate or up to a 15 percent de minimis rate. Pre-award costs are not allowed. Funds may be used for program implementation, service delivery, outreach to court stakeholders, and limited awareness activities, with up to 5 percent of funds permitted for community awareness efforts. Eligible applicants include government entities, educational institutions, public housing organizations, and nonprofit organizations that meet state registration and prequalification requirements. Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov, possess a valid unique entity identifier, and maintain good standing with state and federal compliance systems. Applications are submitted electronically via email and must include a program narrative, budget submitted through the CSA Tracking System, required forms, and supporting documentation. Each application must correspond to a defined service area within Illinois, and multiple applications are permitted for different regions. Applications are evaluated through a merit review process based on criteria including community need, organizational capacity, quality of proposed services, and data management plans. The program narrative must address service delivery, partnerships, accessibility, and performance measurement. The Department retains final authority over funding decisions and may consider additional factors such as geographic distribution and past performance. Appeals are limited to the evaluation process and must follow formal procedures. Key dates include an application opening on March 16, 2026, and a submission deadline of April 14, 2026 at noon Central Time. Questions must be submitted by April 7, 2026. Awards are anticipated by July 1, 2026, with a performance period running through June 30, 2027. The program may allow up to two additional one-year renewals based on performance and funding availability. This opportunity is competitive and non-recurring, though renewals may extend funded projects beyond the initial term.

Emphasize demonstrated community need, strong partnerships with court stakeholders, detailed service delivery plans, and clear data tracking systems aligned with performance measures