Federal Youth Grants

With this solicitation, OJJDP seeks applications for funding to support cross-system collaboration to improve responses and outcomes for youth under the age of 18 or youth under the jurisdiction of the juvenile justice system with mental health disorders (MHD) or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders (MHSUDs) who come in contact with the juvenile justice system. This program supports public safety efforts through partnerships with youth justice, mental health, and substance use agencies to enhance responses to justice-involved youth with MHD and MHSUDs.

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects that provide employment and training for young adults and veterans, helping them gain experience in environmental stewardship and resource management on public lands.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and public entities to engage community members in ecological restoration and environmental education projects in the Willamette Valley, Oregon.

This funding opportunity supports early-career cancer researchers who are independent investigators, providing them with resources and mentorship to advance impactful cancer research relevant to military health.

The Public Diplomacy Section (PD) of the U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out programs strengthening bilateral ties between the United States and Luxembourg on Advancing Diversity and Inclusion. The U.S. Embassy Luxembourg invites proposals from non-governmental organizations, think tanks, government institutions, academic institutions, and individuals for programs strengthening the bilateral ties between the United States and Luxembourg and supporting Advancing Diversity and Inclusion, including, but not limited to: Programs that address common challenges and share best practices around creating a more effective, equitable, and inclusive society. Programs focused on combatting systemic racism and discrimination and sharing best practices for promoting diversity and inclusion in both the public and private sectors. Programs bolstering access to higher education, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) education and careers, and with an emphasis on greater inclusion for women, people of color, persons with disabilities and other marginalized/minority groups. All programs must engage Luxembourg audiences. All programs must include a U.S. element or connection with U.S. experts that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Any speaker paid with grant funding must hold U.S. citizenship. Please review the complete NOFO on the Funding Opportunities page on our website: https://lu.usembassy.gov/grants-program/ or in the related documents tab on the announcement on grants.gov for details on how to complete the Statement of Interest .

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit and educational organizations to facilitate the placement and support of international high school students from select countries, promoting cultural exchange and understanding through host family arrangements and school attendance.

This funding opportunity is designed to support local nonprofit children's advocacy centers in enhancing their services and training related to the investigation and prosecution of child abuse and neglect cases across four U.S. regions.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Burundi to implement innovative projects that promote youth engagement, entrepreneurship, and educational access while strengthening ties with the United States.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to tribal governments and consortia operating Tribal TANF programs to improve collaboration between TANF and child welfare services, aiming to prevent child abuse and neglect in at-risk tribal families.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S. and Jordan-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to organize a two-day education fair promoting U.S. higher education to Jordanian students and their families.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Uganda to create innovative projects that promote freedom and strengthen ties with the U.S. as part of America's 250th anniversary celebration.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to individuals in South Korea for educational programs that promote American culture and values through interactive events at designated American Corners.

This funding opportunity supports U.S. and foreign organizations in creating youth coalitions across Peru to reduce drug demand and promote mental health among vulnerable youth aged 12 to 24.

This program provides funding for nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to facilitate youth and adult mentor exchanges from sub-Saharan Africa to the U.S., focusing on civic engagement, leadership development, and cultural exchange.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to create international sports exchange programs that promote mutual understanding and advance U.S. foreign policy goals through sports.

This initiative invites school teams, including students and educators, to develop and implement innovative solutions that promote digital citizenship and well-being in their communities.

This funding opportunity supports projects that foster educational, cultural, and technological collaborations between the U.S. and Qatar, targeting nonprofits, educational institutions, and individuals focused on youth leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to manage international youth exchange programs, facilitating high school students from various countries to study in the U.S. and U.S. students to study abroad, promoting cross-cultural understanding and youth leadership.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Hungary to create projects that promote democratic values, economic opportunity, and transatlantic cooperation while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations and educational institutions working to promote peace and reduce violence among religious and ethnic groups in Nigeria, particularly in Benue and Plateau states.