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Virginia's Grants for At-Risk Children

To support its services for at-risk children, Virginia uses funds available from federal formula and block grant programs to award subgrants through its state agencies. The state and local governments that receive the subgrants then make portions of those funds available to community organizations. State grants for services to at-risk children are usually awarded by the Virginia Department of Social Services and the Virginia Family and Children's Trust Fund. Grants to address juvenile crime are provided by criminal justice agencies. Grant eligibility may be restricted to local government units; however, some state grants are available to nonprofit and community-based organizations.

  1. Family Strengthening & Fatherhood Initiative (FSFI)

    • The Virginia Department of Social Services (DSS) administers the FSFI program and awards grants to nonprofit and faith-based organizations. Public and private agencies may apply as collaborative partnerships. The grant supports the creation or expansion of community-based programs that provide family preservation services. Activities may include efforts to involve fathers with their children and improve the well-being of children. Support services may help parents achieve self-sufficiency. Application forms are provided on the DSS website. The application deadline is in August.

      Commonwealth of Virginia

      Department of Social Services

      Community and Volunteer Services

      801 East Main Street, 15th Floor

      Richmond, VA 23219

      (804) 726-7062

      virginia.gov

    Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Title V (JJDP)

    • The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services administers the JJDP Title V program and awards competitive grants to local government units. The grants support efforts to reduce youth violence and delinquency through services to families and communities. The program's goal is to create safe and nurturing environments in which youth become responsible citizens.

      The JJDP Title V program requires grantees to match grant awards by at least 50 percent. Programs may receive funding for up to three years. The JJDP Advisory Committee makes grant award decisions. The department publishes notices of availability of funds in December and requires applicants to submit letters of inquiry before submitting a full application. The department provides applications and forms on its website.

      DCJS Grants Administration

      1100 Bank Street

      Richmond, VA 23219

      804-786-4000

      virginia.gov

    Family and Children's Trust Fund of Virginia

    • Virginia's Family and Children's Trust Fund (FACT) awards grants to nonprofit, community, and faith-based organizations for programs designed to combat child abuse, neglect, and family violence. An example is the Family Violence Prevention Treatment and Public Awareness grant awarded in 2009. Virginia's governor appoints FACT's board of trustees to raise and distribute funds for the prevention of violence. The Virginia Department of Social Services publishes announcements of FACT-funded grants on its website.

      The Family and Children's Trust Fund of Virginia

      801 East Main Street

      Richmond, VA. 23219

      804-726-7604

      virginia.gov

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