Children's Advocacy Centers Grant Program
Forecasted
The Children's Advocacy Centers Grant Program funds Kansas centers that coordinate multidisciplinary responses to child abuse, emphasizing best practices and state/national standards.
Funder: Kansas Governor's Grants Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: State General Funds; typical award size not specified; annual cycle; multi-year projects possible.
Summary: Supports the creation and enhancement of Children's Advocacy Centers in Kansas, fostering coordinated, multidisciplinary responses to child abuse cases.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not open yet.
Description
This grant program supports the initiation, enhancement, or expansion of comprehensive Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs) across Kansas. CACs provide child-focused, community-oriented services that coordinate the investigation and intervention of child abuse cases, bringing together a multidisciplinary team of professionals and agencies. The program emphasizes compliance with Kansas state law and the National Children’s Alliance Accreditation Standards. Technical assistance and training are provided in partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Kansas, Inc.
