Emerging Adult Reentry Initiative

Community reentry programs working with a corrections facility may be eligible for funding to provide pre- and post-release services to emerging adults.

Overview

This program provides funding for reentry programming for young adults with the goal of reducing recidivism and increasing public safety.  Funding is available to help community reentry program sites provide pre- and post-release services to the target individuals and to work closely with a correctional partner to identify, serve and monitor program participants.  A Technical Assistance Provider provides strategic, analytic, technical and research support for each program site.  The Technical Assistance Provider is also funded through this grant.

This program is made available through state funding.

Eligibility

In accordance with legislative language, the FY26 Emerging Adult Reentry Initiative is only open to nonprofit organizations that received funds through the program in FY25.

Key Dates and Materials

Key Dates:

AGF Posted: October 20, 2025

Applications Due: November 17, 2025

Award Notification: December 2025

Performance Period: January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026

Application Materials:

Emerging Adult Reentry Initiative - AGF

Emerging Adult Reentry Initiative Online Application Form

Emerging Adult Reentry Initiative - Budget Worksheet (Attachment A)

Emerging Adult Reentry Technical Assistance Provider

An Emerging Adult Reentry Initiative Technical Assistance Provider will be selected to work in partnership with and support of funded programs.

Resources for Grant Recipients

Contact

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